Associate Professor: Chemical Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
- Location
- Bellville, Western Cape
- Minimum qualification
- Postgraduate
- Closing date
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In brief
Overview This role is for an Associate Professor in Chemical Engineering at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology. The primary purpose of this position is to contribute to lecturing Chemical Engineering subjects, conducting research, engaging with the community, and supervising both undergraduate and postgraduate students within the Department of Chemical Engineering. What you will do * Lecture specific instructional offerings in Chemical Engineering at all levels and prepare associated materials. * Teach and facilitate the practical application of theoretical aspects for specific instructional offerings. * Contribute to the review of assessment methods and implement evaluation systems to determine teaching and learning success. * Supervise and mentor students across all levels. * Assist with various departmental administration duties and responsibilities. * Participate in co-operative education activities. * Assist in programme marketing through liaising with schools, conducting school visits, and preparing marketing materials. * Lead research programmes in Electrochemistry and Electrochemical Engineering, with a specific focus on the development and engineering of advanced electrochemical sensors. * Supervise group research projects and contribute to peer, group, and departmental research initiatives. * Secure national and international funding for research purposes and source third-stream income. * Supervise Masters and doctoral students. * Assist with the coordination of academic activities including curriculum programmes linked to Chemical Engineering, teaching & learning, curriculum development, academic development, and academic administration. * Participate in ECSA/CHE or other accreditation processes, Quality Assurance activities, and Industry Advisory Committees & partnerships. * Support personal & professional development, assist with Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) and planning of service-learning initiatives. * Assist with recruitment, admissions & marketing as required by the HOD: Chemical Engineering. * Organise hands-on practical projects for undergraduate students in the labs. * Engage with industry partners to provide students with real-life work exposure and experience. * Initiate and develop subject material within relevant subject areas. * Contribute to team research and teaching programmes and their administration. * Develop innovative research, teaching, and learning methods and materials. * Promote community participation and linkages outreach. Requirements (from the original advert) * Doctoral qualification in Chemical Engineering. * All base qualifications must be in Chemical Engineering. * A minimum of 6 years relevant Chemical Engineering experience in an industrial environment OR 6 years’ higher education lecturing and research experience. * Successful supervision of Postgraduate students at Masters and Doctoral level. * A track record of publications in peer reviewed/accredited journals. * Demonstrated research expertise and a proven track record in the design, development and engineering of electrochemical sensors. * Must be registered with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist. * Demonstrable lecturing ability. * Understanding of good assessment practices. * Knowledge of curriculum development. * Computer literacy with good organizational and time management skills. * Language proficiency: English. * Computer literacy and programming skills. Who should apply The ideal candidate is student-focused, possesses strong teambuilding and leadership skills, and is able to cope effectively under pressure. They should be proficient in computer literacy and programming, with excellent organizational and time management abilities. The role requires someone who can engage effectively with industry partners, initiate and develop subject material, contribute actively to team research and teaching programmes, and develop innovative teaching and learning methods. A commitment to promoting community participation and outreach is also expected. Deadline 25 October 2026 Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/associate-professor-chemical-engineering-cape-peninsula-university-of-technology Source: myjobmag
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