Introduction

COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE, PROFESSOR, (AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING), SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, PIETERMARITZBURG CAMPUS.

Duties & Responsibilities

The School of Engineering invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced academics for the position of Professor in the discipline of Agricultural Engineering. The incumbent will strengthen specialist undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, final-year design and capstone supervision, research leadership and postgraduate supervision. S/he will contribute to curriculum renewal, professional accreditation and Graduate Attribute assessment, mentor emerging academics, and advance research and external funding in their area of expertise. Furthermore, s/he must have expertise in Power and Traction, Agricultural Machinery, Engineering Design, and Bioproduction Systems. The successful candidate will integrate agricultural machinery, power and traction, energy systems, bioproduction systems and engineering design in teaching, research and advanced project supervision. The incumbent will report to the Head of Discipline: Agricultural Engineering, and undertake teaching, research, supervision, academic leadership and administrative responsibilities appropriate to the discipline and appointment level.

Desired Experience & Qualification

All applicants must hold a BSc (Eng) degree in Agricultural Engineering, or in a closely related and appropriate engineering field. In addition, the following criteria apply: PhD in an appropriate area. Evidence of excellent teaching experience and leadership in curriculum development in a relevant field at tertiary level. Excellent and sustained publication of independent research in quality peer-reviewed journals, appropriate to Professorial level. An excellent and sustained record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Master’s and PhD levels, appropriate for the level. An excellent and sustained record of successfully attracting external research grants. Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department/School/College/University, which includes mentorship and coaching. Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline. Registered as a Professional Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) or eligible for such registration.

Enquiries

Enquiries and requests for a job profile may be directed to the Head of discipline, Professor Tilahun Workneh, e-mail: Seyoum@ukzn.ac.za

The University of KwaZulu-Natal reserves the right not to fill the vacancy. The closing date for receipt of applications is 9 November 2026. Apply at the following link: https://ukzn.ci.hr/applicant/index.php

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Package & Remuneration

Appointment to this position will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service. The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.