LECTURER (30% Part time) (Part Time)

Requirements

• BSc Eng/B Eng/BEng and an MSc (Eng) in Mechanical, Aeronautical, Industrial, or Mechatronic Engineering are essential.
• The successful candidate would be research-active in these fields. S/he would conduct and supervise research up to the masters level.
• Evidence of having secured funding would be advantageous.
• The successful candidate should have a good knowledge of the basic material pertaining to undergraduate Mechanical, Industrial, Aeronautical, or Mechatronic Engineering courses, and the background to be registered as a Professional Engineer, if not already registered in South Africa (https://www.ecsa.co.za).
• Evidence of research activity in Just Energy Transition, Water Resource Management, or Digitalization will be an advantage. Likewise, teaching experience in Industrial Business Management, Mechanical Thermodynamics, Mechanical Statics & Dynamics, Mechatronic Systems, and Engineering Design will be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will contribute in a focused and proportionate manner to:

• Undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching (limited course load (typically 1 course per year))
• Supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students (number aligned with fractional appointment)
• Research outputs and/or participation in funded projects
• Engagement with industry and professional bodies
• Limited academic administration and service

Inquiries: Professor Daniel N. Wilke: Head of the School of Mechanical, Industrial & Aeronautical Engineering: E-mail: daniel.wilke@wits.ac.za