Associate Professor (Petrology)

Position: Associate Professor (Petrology)

Job type Full Time

Category Academic

Location / Branch University of Namibia / Southern Campus

Closing Date 23 October 2026 (2 weeks from now)

Job Description

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Petrology and related areas within the Geology curriculum;
• Contribute to the review, development, and continuous improvement of geology curricula and academic programmes;
• Supervise honours, master's and doctoral students and mentor early-career academics where appropriate;
• Develop and maintain an active and productive research programme leading to publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals;
• Secure external research funding and participate in collaborative national and international research initiatives;
• Foster and strengthen partnerships with mining, exploration, consulting, and broader geoscience industries to enhance teaching, research, student training, and graduate employability;
• Promote experiential learning opportunities, including field-based teaching and industry-linked activities;
• Participate in departmental, faculty, and university committees and undertake other academic administrative responsibilities;
• Contribute to community engagement and professional service activities aligned with the mission of the University.
  
  

Requirements

• A Doctoral degree (PhD) in Geology, with specialization in Petrology from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrated expertise in Petrology, with specialization or significant experience in Metamorphic Petrology being a distinct advantage;
• Evidence of sustained teaching excellence at tertiary level across a range of geology modules;
• Experience in curriculum design, review, and programme development;
• A strong record of research and scholarly publications appropriate for appointment at Associate Professor level;
• Experience in postgraduate supervision;
• Evidence of successful grant acquisition, research collaboration, and project leadership will be an added advantage;
• Established professional networks and meaningful engagement with the mining and geoscience industries, with a proven track record of collaboration considered highly desirable;
• Registration with relevant professional bodies, where applicable, will be advantageous.
  
  

Published On 09 October 2026

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