Prospective Staff




 
Assistant Lecturer in Civil Engineering
School of Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Physics (STEMP), Discipline of Civil Engineering - LSP074
The Opportunity

The School of Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Physics is one of the largest schools in the University of the South Pacific and is sufficiently resourced to pursue excellence in teaching and research. The school offers a number of Undergraduate programs which includes the 2 accredited engineering programs (Electrical and Electronics Engineering and Mechanical Engineering), Civil Engineering, Physics, Computer Science/Information Systems and Mathematics. It also offers Post Graduate study programs.

The school is now searching for a staff who can join the existing, dynamic team and take the school forward to strengthen the areas of Geotechnical Engineering, Foundation and Pavement Design, Design of Concrete Structures, Hydrology and Coastal Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering and Construction (Roads and Marine Applications), Water Resources, Application of Machine Learning in Civil Engineering (like water resources and/or structural engineering).

An Assistant Lecturer is expected to make contributions to the teaching effort of the University, particularly at the undergraduate level and to carry out activities to develop their scholarly, research and/or professional expertise relevant to the profession or discipline.

An Assistant Lecturer is expected to demonstrate excellent communication skills, and the ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.

Specific duties required of an Assistant Lecturer may include:

- the conduct of tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, workshops, student field excursions, clinical sessions, and/or studio sessions,
- involvement under guidance of a senior academic, in professional activities like development and production of subject material with appropriate guidance from the subject or course coordinator; preparation and delivery of lectures and seminars; marking and assessment primarily connected with subjects taught; academic counselling and consultation with students; conduct of individual and/or collaborative research; and developing a respectable publications record,
- coordinating a subject or course when skills and experience demonstrate this capacity,
- administrative functions primarily connected with subjects or courses taught, and
- attendance at School/Institute meetings, and/or membership of committees.

The Person We Seek

To be considered for this position, applicants must have:

i) a Master of Science in Civil Engineering or cognate discipline; or
ii) in exceptional cases, to meet particular disciplinary requirements in line with international standards, a relevant postgraduate qualification or professional qualification with relevant industry or research experience.
iii) Other Minimum Qualification Requirements may be stipulated according to particular disciplinary requirements, following international standards.


Preference will be given to applicants with:
- A PhD in Civil Engineering or a cognate discipline
- A teaching qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching (PGCTT) or equivalent.
Enquiries and further information: Professor Maurizio Cirrincione - Head of School (STEMP), ph: (679) 323 2419; fax: -; email: maurizio.cirricione@usp.ac.fj

The position is available for a term of 5 years and may be renewed by mutual agreement, subject to successful performance outcomes.
Salary Range: FJ $57,988 to FJ $69,586 per annum
  Candidates who have previously applied need not put in an application again.

How to Apply

Application to be sent to: vacancies@usp.ac.fj

Application should be clearly marked as “Vacancy – Position Reference Number, Position Title”.

The advertisement criteria is available on our University website (www.usp.ac.fj) under Employment Opportunities.

Please include the following documents in your application: Certified Academic Credentials/Transcripts, Cover letter clearly addressing key Selection Criteria and Resume with names of three referees, one of which must be your current or most recent direct work supervisor. Referees will only be contacted if you are selected.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

USP is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. USP encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.


Closing date for applications 17 July 2022

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