Senior Lecturer / Lecturer (Faculty of Art Design & Architecture: Department of Interior Design)The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future”.
The Department of Interior Design within the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture is seeking a Senior Lecturer/Lecturer to join our dynamic and passionate team of academics.
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate teaching and learning in the field of Interior Design at the undergraduate and postgraduate level
- Supervise student research at Honours and Masters level.
- Develop and participate in multidisciplinary and collaborative projects within the department and between departments and faculties.
- Contribute meaningfully towards societal and professional community engagement that add value to the department, faculty and institution profile, in national and international platforms.
- Conduct research and publish accredited research and creative outputs relevant to the field of Interior Design and Interior Architecture on an ongoing basis.
- Execute core activities of the department, such as academic administration, research, short-course development, evaluation of students in industry experience, marketing and community service projects.
- Doctoral degree with a focus on Interior Design and Interior Architecture.
- A track record of good teaching abilities at tertiary level in Interior Design and Interior Architecture.
- Advanced knowledge of construction and detailing in interior design and interior architecture, with a strong understanding of materials, methods, and industry standards.
- Digital proficiency with expertise in Revit, AutoCAD and other industry-related software.
- Experience with Masters supervision.
- Accredited research output with a focus on Interior Design and Interior Architecture, or a cognate discipline.
- Lecturer:
- Master degree with a focus on Interior Design and Interior Architecture, with a commitment to registering for a doctoral qualification.
- Advanced knowledge of construction and detailing in interior design and interior architecture, with a strong understanding of materials, methods, and industry standards.
- Digital proficiency with expertise in Revit, AutoCAD and other industry-related software.
- A defined research trajectory that will result in peer-reviewed publications.
- Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
- Mentoring and leadership in academic and student development
- Strong management and organisational skills
- Advanced digital proficiency and computer skills
- Effective facilitation and presentation abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong research, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency in academic administration and reporting
- Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment
- Recommendations:
- Senior Lecturer:
- A defined research trajectory that will result in ongoing contribution of accredited research output
- An NRF rating or a commitment to applying for as an indicator of research standing and scholarly impact
- Lecturer:
- A track record of good teaching abilities at tertiary level
- Research output with a focus on Interior Design and Interior Architecture
- Studying towards a doctoral qualification
- Enquiries:
- Enquirires regarding job content: Ms Ilse Prinsloo (Head of Department) at Tel. (011) 559 1114
- Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Mrs Glaudina Croukamp (HCM Business Partner) at Tel. (011) 559 3467
