Lecturer: Physics & Astronomy

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**Overview** This is an explanation of an academic position for a Lecturer in Physics & Astronomy at the University of the Western Cape (UWC). UWC is a diverse university focused on responding to national development needs within a global context. The Faculty of Natural Sciences, known for excellence in teaching and research, comprises nine academic departments, a School of Pharmacy, and research institutes. The Department of Physics and Astronomy, which plays a key role in postgraduate training and undergraduate teaching, is seeking applications for a permanent academic position within its Astronomy Group. The UWC Astronomy Group conducts internationally recognized research, collaborating with national and global facilities. Its current research interests include extragalactic astronomy and galaxy evolution, large-scale structure and cosmology, radio astronomy (including MeerKAT and SKA-related science), optical astronomy (including LSST), and machine learning and computational astrophysics. The group holds leadership roles in MeerKAT and SKA communities, participating in projects such as MeerKLASS, MIGHTEE, and LADUMA, and includes South African LSST Principal Investigators. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Conduct high-quality, independent research. * Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses. * Supervise postgraduate students. * Participate in the academic administration of the Department, Faculty and University. * Contribute to curriculum development and academic leadership. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Minimum Requirements:** * MSc in Physics or related fields and currently registered for a PhD with clear plans of completion. * Evidence of relevant high-quality research outputs. * Teaching or tutoring experience at undergraduate level. * Experience in postgraduate research supervision at Honours level. * Evidence of active participation in community engagement activity integrated with learning and teaching and/or research. * **Key Competencies:** * Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environment. * Ability and interest to supervise postgraduate students. * Planning and organisational skills. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas. * Scholarship and community engagement. **Who should apply** Candidates applying for this Lecturer position should hold an MSc in Physics or a related field and be currently registered for a PhD with a clear plan for completion. They should demonstrate a track record of high-quality research and possess teaching or tutoring experience at the undergraduate level, as well as experience in postgraduate research supervision at Honours level. Ideal candidates will also show active participation in community engagement activities integrated with learning, teaching, and/or research. Strong competencies in adaptability, communication, planning, organisation, and disciplinary knowledge are sought, along with an interest in supervising postgraduate students and scholarship in community engagement. Experience in using MeerKAT data is considered an advantage. **Deadline** 20/12/2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/lecturer-physics-astronomy-university-of-western-cape Source: myjobmag

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