Alert to its African and international context, the University of the Western Cape (UWC) strives to be a place of excellence in teaching, learning and research, nurturing the cultural diversity of South Africa, and responding in creative and critical ways to the developmental needs of the country. Through its academic project, UWC continues to play a leading role in helping to build an equitable and dynamic society in South Africa.

The Department of Statistics and Population Studies, hosted in the Faculty of Natural Sciences, offers leading programmes in the field of Statistics designed to equip and train students for an ever-changing world of work.

Applications are invited for a five-year contract Talent Stewardship appointment in the Department of Statistics and Population.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate modules, actively participating in:

• Departmental research
• Administration
• Pursuing continuous professional development through training, mentorship, and academic collaboration

• An honours degree in Mathematical Statistics and active enrolment in a MSc Mathematical Statistics programme
• At least one year of experience in tutoring, graduate lecturing or other structured teaching support roles
• Active participation in at least one research activity with particular emphasis on the application of Statistical methodogies
• An honours degree in Mathematical Statistics and active enrolment in a MSc Mathematical Statistics programme
• At least one year of experience in tutoring, graduate lecturing or other structured teaching support roles
• Active participation in at least one research activity with particular emphasis on the application of Statistical methodologies

Competencies:

• Communication and presentation skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Planning and organising skills
• Administrative skills
• Technical/Professional knowledge
• Adaptability