LECTURER.2.01 (CS.08.4)

Overview

Brief Description

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach undergraduate and Honours courses in Applied Mathematics. The ability to teach in core areas such as Numerical Methods, Scientific Computing, and Mathematical Methods and Modelling is essential.
• Supervise and / or co-supervise postgraduate students at Honours, Masters, and PhD level.
• Develop and maintain a productive and active research profile.
• Contribute to the academic administration and collective life of the School, Faculty, and University.

Minimum Requirements

Desirable Criteria

The successful candidate will also have the exciting opportunity to contribute to the newly established Wits Academy for Mathematical Pedagogy, Learning and Innovation for First-Year (AMPLIFY). This pioneering unit is central to the Faculty’s commitment to transforming learning and teaching in large first year courses in Mathematics and Applied Mathematics and enhancing foundational student support.

This would place the candidate at the forefront of educational innovation, with a focus on designing and delivering curricula for large, diverse cohorts, piloting new digital pedagogies, and engaging in academic support and enrichment initiatives. It is an ideal platform for those looking to make a tangible impact on student success, offering a unique opportunity to influence teaching and learning practices at scale, and develop a profile in the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL).

What we Offer

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