Lecturer / Senior Lecturer - Department: Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering (1 post)

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT: MATERIALS SCIENCE AND METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER: In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy. The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

It will be expected of the successful candidate to: Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in welding engineering in the Department; Supervise final-year undergraduate project students and postgraduate Honours, Masters and PhD students; Conduct research as a member of a research group in the Department and publish in leading accredited journals; Raise and manage additional funding from national and international funding agencies and industry to support the activities of the relevant research group; Expand existing research programmes or initiate new research programmes; Perform assigned departmental duties (Assigned Portfolio in the Department).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Lecturer: A BEng degree in metallurgical/mechanical engineering from a university of which the undergraduate programme is recognised by the Washington Accord or is recognised by ECSA to be equivalent; A Masters’ degree in Engineering that follows on the previous qualification; Teaching or industry-related experience 1 Publication (peer-reviewed article or peer-reviewed conference paper) or Book chapter(s), recognized articles outputs or industry-recognized outputs in a commensurate field.

Senior Lecturer: Same as for Lecturer, plus; A PhD degree in Engineering that follows on the previous qualification; At least three years tertiary education experience or three years industry experience with some involvement in tertiary education; At least 2 articles published in DHET accredited journals or a DHET accredited book; At least 2 other publication outputs (peer reviewed conference paper(s) / book chapter(s) / industry recognized outputs in a commensurate field; Supervision / co-supervision of Master’s students to completion or proven management experience in industry.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES: Evidence of teaching excellence and/or supervision of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students; Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching and research expertise that complement the Department’s needs; Related industry work or consulting experience; Candidates registered or registerable as Professional Engineer with ECSA; Be able to apply for an NRF rating or have applied for one.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium. Applicants are requested to apply online a, and follow the link: Careers@UP. In applying for this post, please attach: A cover letter summarizing relevant experience and the areas of your teaching and research expertise/interests; A comprehensive CV; Certified copies of qualifications; A brief teaching portfolio; Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact; Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research); Self-evaluation.

CLOSING DATE: 23 October 2026 No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements. ENQUIRIES: Mrs E Greyling, Tel: (012) 420 8400 / E-mail: estelle.greyling@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Head of Department, Prof N Naudé, Tel: (012) 420 4208 E-mail: natasia.

naude@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content. Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 December 2026, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.