| Government Entity | University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg |
|---|---|
| Location | Gauteng, Johannesburg |
| Reference Number | 106479 |
| Closing Date | July 10, 2026 |
| Source and Application | wits.ac.za |
Organization: School of Mechanical, Industrial & Aeronautical Engineering
The School of Mechanical, Industrial & Aeronautical Engineering invites applications for appointment at the level of Lecturer in Mechatronics Engineering, on a 100% full-time basis.
The appointment will strengthen teaching, supervision, research, and curriculum development in Mechatronics Engineering, with a particular focus on second- and third-year undergraduate teaching. The successful candidate will contribute to core areas, including integrated mechatronic system design, mechanical systems, electronics, sensors, actuators, control, embedded systems, automation, and robotics.
At the Lecturer level, an MSc Eng / MSc in Mechatronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, Robotics, Automation, or a closely related field is essential. The successful candidate should be research-active within a mechatronics-related field.. Evidence of research activity, industry collaboration, funding, design project supervision, and second- and third-year Mechatronics Engineering teaching experience will be advantageous. Eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer in South Africa is required: https://www.ecsa.co.za.
The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, research, supervision, industry engagement, and academic service, aligned with the appointment percentage.
For a 100% full-time appointment, duties include undergraduate teaching, particularly in second- and third-year Mechatronics Engineering; laboratory and project-based learning; undergraduate and postgraduate supervision; research outputs; innovation outputs; participation in funded or applied engineering projects; curriculum development; industry and professional engagement; academic administration; and academic life of the School.
Inquiries: Professor Daniel N. Wilke: Head of the School of Mechanical, Industrial & Aeronautical Engineering: E-mail: [email protected]
Source / Circular Reference
wits.ac.za