Senior Lecturer in Mathematics Cape Peninsula University of Technology

The successful candidate will teach Mathematics modules and supervise student projects up to the Postgraduate Diploma level in Mathematical Sciences, will contribute to curriculum development in Mathematical Sciences (especially post-Diploma qualifications), while providing support to the Department in pursuit of its objectives in teaching and learning, work integrated learning, service learning, and research.

• A doctoral degree in Applied Mathematics or a doctoral degree in Mathematics with a demonstrable focus on Applied Mathematics
• At least 4 years’ relevant working experience, which must include two years teaching experience in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics at the Higher Education level
• Demonstrable skills and experience in Data Science (data cleaning and data analysis) in a widely used software or language such as Python, R, or SAS
• Research and postgraduate supervision commensurate with Institutional requirements
• Experience in curriculum development

• Teach Mathematics and related modules up to the Postgrad Diploma level in Mathematical Sciences
• Supervise student projects up to the Postgraduate Diploma level in Mathematical Sciences
• Monitor and assess Work Integrated Learning
• Develop innovative teaching and learning methods and materials for the subjects being taught (e.g., lecture notes, tutorials, online content)
• Perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the Department
• Participate in curriculum development, particularly at post-Diploma level and higher
• Participate in research projects and produce DHET-accredited publications
• Participate in the Quality Assurance activities of the Department
• Assist with marketing and student recruitment activities
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department

• Proficiency in at least one Data Science programming language such as Python, R, or SAS
• Proficiency with at least one Mathematics software package such as MATLAB
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• General computer skills (MS Office, Internet, email)
• Adaptability and willingness to innovate
• Skills in a code-based document preparation system (e.g., LaTeX)
• Strong student focus
• Administrative skills
• Research and academic writing skills
• Proficiency in English

Closing Date: 3 March 2023

For enquires and assistance with your online application, please contact Mr Odwa Siza, (Human Capital Department)  on (021) 959 6738 or 0812484251.

Please ensure that your on-line CV highlights and includes the following information:

1. All your completed qualifications

2. Academic transcript for your undergraduate qualification

3. Details of your teacher's qualification

4. Abstract for your Masters-degree and/or Doctoral degree.

5. Your major subjects at undergrad level

6. Subjects you have taught and at which level

7. Details regarding your research output/publication record and all scholarly achievement

8. Details of your Permanent Residency (where applicable).

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