Lecturer: HR Analytics: New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP) (College of Business and Economics: Department of Industrial Psychology & People Management)

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Overview This is a description for a permanent Lecturer position in HR Analytics within the Department of Industrial Psychology and People Management at the University of Johannesburg's College of Business and Economics. The role is part of the Department of Higher Education and Training's New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP). The University is seeking an exceptionally motivated, qualified, and ambitious aspirant academic to contribute to and expand the faculty’s current teaching and and research interests/specialisations in HR Analytics. What you will do The successful candidate will be expected to: * Contribute meaningfully to the Department’s academic and research projects, with a particular focus on Human Resource Measurement and Analytics. * Teach and develop curriculum for undergraduate and postgraduate modules related to HR analytics, people analytics, workforce planning, and evidence-based people management. * Demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing data-driven HR practice and to contributing to the transformation of the South African organisational and skills landscape through high-quality, socially responsive education. * Obtain a PhD in the required field, if not already held. * Prepare and deliver lectures for undergraduate and postgraduate students. * Prepare and conduct practical sessions for students. * Prepare and mark assignments, tests, and exams. * Assist with developing course material for undergraduate and postgraduate modules. * Demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and productive research and play a leading role in teaching innovation including the use of online tools. * Be actively involved in core activities of the department such as teaching, research, academic administration, short-course development, marketing, and community projects. * Annually publish peer-reviewed papers in accredited scientific and / or academic journals and deliver papers at national and international conferences. * Actively conduct research. * Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students. * Obtain research funding from external funding bodies, national and international funding agencies, and industry. * Advance the discipline of Human Resource Management / Industrial Psychology through industrial work, community engagement and active participation in voluntary associations e.g. SABPP, HPCSA. * Be actively involved in all Departmental academic and administrative activities/duties e.g. SABPP, HPCSA accreditation preparations, participation in official meetings and gatherings. * Drive the Global Excellence and Stature GES 4.0 objectives of the University of Johannesburg. Requirements (from the original advert) * A Master’s degree NQF 9 in Human Resource Management / Industrial Psychology HR Analytics as a Specialisation with a 70% average pass mark or a Doctorate/PhD in Human Resource Management / Industrial Psychology. * Must have teaching experience. * Strong commitment to good teaching and research. * Sound communication skills in English. Who should apply The ideal candidate is an exceptionally motivated, qualified, and ambitious aspirant academic who will contribute meaningfully to the Department’s academic and research projects, particularly focusing on Human Resource Measurement and Analytics. They should demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing data-driven HR practice and contributing to the transformation of the South African organisational and skills landscape through high-quality, socially responsive education. A strong commitment to excellence in teaching, productive research, and a leading role in teaching innovation (including online tools) is expected. Recommendations for this role include holding a PhD in Human Resource Management / Industrial Psychology or being a PhD candidate, having teaching experience, a track record of post-graduate research supervision and publications, and research in HR Analytics. Experience working with a multidisciplinary team and the ability to perform research, teaching, and administration simultaneously are also recommended. The candidate should possess excellent written and verbal English communication skills, be a team player with a passion for student training and research, and have good planning and organizational skills. The ability to apply analytical and quantitative skills to human resource, people management, and organisational challenges, work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and self-manage a research group is crucial. Strong interpersonal relationships, the ability to collaborate with colleagues, and evidence of professional development and relevant research capacity are also desired attributes. Evidence of community and / or industrial involvement would be beneficial. Deadline 1st November, 2026 Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/lecturer-hr-analytics-new-generation-of-academics-programme-ngap-college-of-business-and-economics-department-of-industrial-psychology-people-management-university-of-johannesburg Source: myjobmag

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