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FMA011

The School of Computing, Information and Mathematical Sciences is one of the largest schools in the University of the South Pacific and is sufficiently resourced to pursue excellence in teaching and research. Applications are invited for a Senior Lecturer/Lecturer position to assist in the delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the areas of Mathematics.

For appointment at the Lecturer level, applicants must have a PhD in a relevant area with relevant tertiary teaching experience. For appointment at the Senior Lecturer level, applicants must have a PhD with extensive tertiary teaching experience and a good research and publication record.

The appointee will be required to teach at all levels (undergraduate and postgraduate) and in a range of topics in the Mathematics discipline, demonstrate his/her ability and competence in research, have the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and possess excellent English written and oral communication skills.

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in distance and flexible education, specifically in the area of online learning, who are able to demonstrate their ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

The level of appointment will depend on qualifications and experience. The position will be available for a term of three years and may be renewed by mutual agreement.

Salary Range:

Senior Lecturer F$81,145 to F$93,629 per annum

Lecturer F$59,813 to F$78,700 per annum

In addition to the above benefits, the University contributes 10% of basic salary to an approved superannuation scheme, provides airfare and relocation costs where appropriate.

Applications with a detailed curriculum vitae can be submitted on-line using the University’s E-Recruitment system which can be accessed at this address: www.usprecruits.usp.ac.fj ; or by post to The Recruitment Manager, The University of the South Pacific, Private Mail Bag, Suva, Fiji.

Applicants can also submit their applications on-line or by hard copy at any of the University’s campuses throughout the region and at the Human Resources Office on Laucala campus.

Closing date for applications: 26 November 2010.