Purpose
Responsible for teaching and learning, research and community engagement and providing
support to the department/school in pursuit of its academic objectives. Responsibilities may
also include curriculum development, student academic development, administration and
quality assurance to contribute to the academic initiatives undertaken by thedepartment/school
Minimum Requirement
Lecturer P8
A relevant Master's degree NQF 9in English Language (Linguistics/Applied Linguistics/Literature)At least two (2) years of teaching or industry experience attertiary level.At least one peer-reviewed article in a scholarly journal (not mandatory)Evidence of active participation in professional, industry and/orcommunity activitiesEvidence of competence in the administration of a course/subject at the departmental levelExcellent computer skills
Senior Lecturer P7 PhD/Doctorate NQF 10 in English Language (Linguistics/Applied Linguistics/Literature),A minimum of five (5) years of relevant teaching at the university level or industry experience.Evidence of managing a research program and some publications (seven or more) in accredited journal/s, as well as postgraduate research supervision.Relevant research and publication record as an established scholar.Research supervision experience at Honours, Master's and PhD levels.Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management.Evidence of active participation in professional and/or community activitiesKnowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements.Track record of administration, management and/or leadership roles at department and faculty levels.Excellent computer skills Recommendations Preferably a candidate with experience in online/blended teaching.In your application, please specify whether you are applying for the Senior Lecturer or Lecturer position.Experience in programme and curriculum development/review.Good interpersonal skills, communication and computer skills, and good organisational and planning skills.Hold an NRF rating OR demonstrate potential for obtaining and NRF rating within the next five 5 years.Show evidence of registration for a doctorate/Ph.D.Duties and Responsibilities Teaching and Learning Relevant teaching experience in English Language (Linguistics/Applied Linguistics/Literature) modules at undergraduate, and/or postgraduate levelsas well as evidence of postgraduate supervision;Deliver teaching and learning in undergraduate and post-graduate modules,supervise and monitor student's projects/dissertationsHighlight evidence of collaboration within the English Language (Linguistics/Applied Linguistics/Literature) fraternity; Research Supervisor for undergraduate and postgraduate students.External examining/moderation and invitations to teach externally.Publications in DHET accredited journals and peer-reviewed conference proceedings, research papers presented at national and/or international conferencesContributions to scholarly books published by reputable publishers, in good standing with DHET and not linked to predatory practices;Highlight evidence of managing a research programme;Evidence of external research fund raising;Proof of citations ( e.g. Scopus H-index);Evidence of scholarship of Teaching and Learning would be beneficial;NRF rating is recommended OR demonstrate potential for obtaining and NRF rating within the next five 5 years.
Community Engagement Contribute to community engagement initiatives.Involved in discipline or departmental official activities and processes;External examining/moderating at other higher education institutions at UG and PG levels.Curriculum Development Student Academic Development Academic Administration Implement policies and procedures applicable to the teaching and learning, community engagement, research, SHE, and academic administration functions.Quality Assurance Contribute to Quality Assurance through committee meetings and submission of relevant documents.Implement appropriate interventions.Personal Development Keep abreast of developments within your field of study and its implications for the teaching/ learning situation.Monitoring, Evaluation, and reporting Develop relevant reports as and when required.Communicate and consult with relevant stakeholders.Enquiries can be made via email at ****** Assumption of duties: As mutually agreed to upon acceptance of the appointment. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.This position may be subjected to assessments.
Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Note: Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is dedicated to meeting its Employment Equity targets.
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