Senior Lecturer - Department of Business Management (Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences)
University of Pretoria
UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
SENIOR LECTURER
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Undergraduate and postgraduate lecturing in Business Management, specifically International management, Entrepreneurship and Entrepreneurial finance;
- Supervision of postgraduate students;
- Scientific research and publication in the field of Business Management and Entrepreneurship;
- Academic administration, evidence of programme lead or coordinator;
- Community engagement (community programmes, short courses and consultation);
- Liaison with students, parents and stakeholders.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A doctorate in Business Management or Entrepreneurship;
- At least 3 year's relevant tertiary teaching experience and demonstrated competence;
- At least 2 accredited publications and/or equivalent recognised scholarly outputs (accepted and/or published);
- At least 2 completed Master's students and involvement with PhD supervision or appropriate industry experience;
- Evidence of professional/academic citizenship engagement.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Appropriate language and communication skills;
- Digital acumen;
- Ability to effectively function in a team;
- Appropriate teaching skills.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals or conference proceedings;
- A record of successful supervision of students at postgraduate level;
- Experience in lecturing to and management of large student groups;
- Experience in blended learning practices;
- Exposure to guidance of postgraduate students' research;
- Involvement in research activities;
- The potential to develop into a scholar in the discipline.
PLEASE NOTE: Shortlisted applicants will be required to do a 10/15 minute presentation to the selection committee of the Department prior to formal interviews.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online, quoting the applicable reference number.
In applying for this post, please attach:
- A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications;
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
- Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);
- Self-evaluation.
CLOSING DATE: 07 May 2026
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 2026, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised.