Researcher (V002767/ V000139)
North West University · North West
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RESEARCH
- Apply for funding for multidisciplinary research projects.
- Conduct research and publish findings in reputable national and international journals.
- Co-supervise master's and PhD students.
- Initiate and maintain national and international research networks.
- Participate in the evaluation of ethics and research proposals.
- Ensure effective research administration.
TEACHING AND LEARNING
- Develop new content and methods in the field of technology and capability.
- Arrange and present workshops on research methodology as well as technology and capability for various targeted groups.
- Develop, register and present Short Learning Programmes.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
- Work with communities to promote technology and capability.
Minimum requirements
- A Master's degree NQF Level 9 in Psychology/Industrial Psychology/Social Sciences/Information Technology.
- A minimum of two 2 years' experience in working with inclusion, diversity and decolonisation.
- A minimum of two 2 years' experience of research.
ADDED ADVANTAGES
- A PhD NQF Level 10 in Psychology/Industrial Psychology/Social Sciences/Information Technology.
- At least 3 peer-reviewed publications and 2 international conference papers.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
- Expert knowledge of technology capability and functionings.
- Computer literacy and competence in the use of software programmes for qualitative/quantitative analyses e.g. SPSS, JASP, ATLAS.
- Knowledge of and experience in research administration.
- Presentation skills for conferences and workshops, networking skills national and international levels, analytical skills, skills to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, client and student orientation, and communication skills.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
- An output and quality orientation.
- Flexibility and conflict management to work with diverse groups.
- Maturity and drive.
- Autonomous behaviour.