Associate Professor: Mechanical Engineering

RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership and Teaching Excellence

• Deliver high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate innovation teaching pedagogically approaches(blended learning, problem-based learning, research-led teaching) informed by current research and industry practice. • Lead module coordination and ensure quality assurance, moderation, and continuous improvement of assessment practices. • Perform administration including preparation for and participation in quality review and accreditation processes • Develop into providing leadership in curriculum development, renewal, and alignment with national accreditation standards (e.g., ECSA/CHE where applicable). • Perform any reasonable task requested as required to fullfill the operational needs of the Department of Mechanical Engineering • Potential to offer SLPs Research Leadership and Scholarly Output

• Maintain a sustained record of high-quality, peer-reviewed publications in accredited journals. • Demonstrate research leadership through applying for NRF rating (where applicable) and national/international recognition. • Develop and lead funded research projects and secure external grants. • Contribute to interdisciplinary and strategic research focus areas aligned with institutional priorities. • Supervise and mentor emerging researchers toward publication productivity. Postgraduate Supervision and Capacity Development

• Supervise Masters and Doctoral candidates to successful completion within prescribed timeframes. • Develop structured research training frameworks to strengthen postgraduate throughput and quality. • Examine postgraduate theses internally and externally at national and international institutions. • Build supervisory capacity within the department through co-supervision and mentorship. • Facilitate postgraduate research workshops/seminars and scholarly communities of practice. Engagement, Industry Collaboration and Societal Impact

• Establish and sustain partnerships with industry, professional bodies, and community stakeholders to lead or participate in engaged scholarship projects.
• Contribute to professional societies and regulatory bodies relevant to the discipline.
• Promote commercialization, innovation, and applied research outputs where applicable.

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