Associate Professor (Petrology)
Job type Full Time
Category Academic
Location / Branch University of Namibia / Southern Campus
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 skilled service activities aligned with the mission of the University.
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;

📌 Associate Professor Teaching and Research (Modinagar)
🏢 UNAM FOUNDATION
📍 Modinagar