BRIEF DESCRIPTION:-
The role of Lecturer/Junior Lecturer in Industrial Engineering involves teaching and contributing to the development of the undergraduate industrial engineering programme, developing research expertise, and providing academic leadership and service. The successful candidate will have a strong academic background in industrial engineering, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to pursuing research excellence and mentoring students. Requirements include a relevant degree, experience in industrial engineering fields, and a strong academic record, with a PhD required for the Lecturer position.
**Job Title: Lecturer / Junior Lecturer: Industrial Engineering**
**Company: Stellenbosch University**
We are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious academic to join our dynamic teaching and research team in the Industrial Engineering environment at Stellenbosch University. As a Lecturer or Junior Lecturer, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of engineering education, advancing the discipline, and fostering engagement with industry.
**About the Opportunity**
We are looking for a collaborative and innovative academic who values the integration of teaching, research, and professional practice. The successful candidate will have a strong passion for academic excellence and a commitment to mentoring students, contributing to curriculum development, and pursuing research excellence.
**Key Responsibilities**
As a Lecturer or Junior Lecturer, you will be responsible for:
- Teaching and contributing to the development of the undergraduate industrial engineering programme, ensuring that students receive a world-class education. * Developing research expertise in industrial engineering, including publishing in peer-reviewed journals, securing external research funding, and supervising student research. * Providing academic leadership, administration, and service to the Department, Faculty, University, and the engineering profession.
**Requirements for Appointment as Junior Lecturer**
To be considered for the position of Junior Lecturer, you must have:
- An applicable BEng or BScEng degree in industrial engineering from a reputable university, enabling registration as a professional engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). * Familiarity with one of the following industrial engineering fields: human factors, ergonomics, engineering economic analysis, quality assurance processes and statistics, or data analysis tools relevant to industrial engineering. * An excellent academic study record, demonstrating a strong foundation in engineering principles and practices. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively. * A commitment to pursuing a PhD in industrial engineering, with a clear plan to register for the programme by 2027 and complete the degree within four years.
**Requirements for Appointment as Lecturer**
To be considered for the position of Lecturer, you must have:
- An applicable BEng or BScEng degree in industrial engineering from a reputable university, enabling registration as a professional engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). * A doctorate degree in a relevant engineering field, or an MEng/MSc degree combined with at least three years' industry experience. * Experience in one of the following industrial engineering fields: human factors, ergonomics, engineering economic analysis, quality assurance processes and statistics, or data analysis tools relevant to industrial engineering. * An excellent academic study record, demonstrating a strong foundation in engineering principles and practices. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively. * The ability to work effectively within diverse, multilingual and multicultural teams. * If you do not hold a PhD yet, you must qualify to register for the programme by 2027 and complete the degree within four years.
**Desirable Qualifications**
We welcome applications from candidates with
- Familiarity with, or experience in more than one of the following industrial engineering fields: human factors, ergonomics, engineering economic analysis, quality assurance processes and statistics, and/or data analysis tools relevant to industrial engineering. * A Master's or PhD research area aligned with one of the industrial engineering fields mentioned above. * Experience in teaching STEM-related modules at undergraduate level. * Registration as a candidate or professional engineer with ECSA. * A high level of independence and self-motivation.
**Application Deadline**
The application deadline is 30th October 2026. We look forward to receiving your application.
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