Lecturer: Design Studies
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university anchored in Africa and intent on global excellence and stature. With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development and multiple partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice.
Job description
- Lecturing to large interdisciplinary classes at undergraduate level, in Design Studies. Some post-graduate level teaching may be required.
- Development of course material for Design Studies modules required in the department, with a focus on decolonisation and the fourth industrial revolution.
- Coordination of contract staff and tutors, as well as assessment, moderation and managing student risk profile.
- Fostering excellence in teaching and productive research and playing a leading role in teaching innovation.
- Active involvement in core activities of the department such as academic administration, research, strategic goals and events in the faculty.
- Demonstrating initiative in everyday responsibilities, as well as enthusiasm to navigate university systems and administration, funding applications and other opportunities.
Minimum requirements
- Must have completed a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (Art History, Design Theory/Studies, Communication, Film and Media Studies, or a Design discipline offered in the faculty), with a strong emphasis on theory.
- Preferably a completed PhD.
- Competent to lecture Design Studies to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Strong commitment to both good teaching and research.
- Proven record of engagement with the scholarship of teaching, e.g. an abridged teaching evaluation or portfolio.
- Sound communication skills in English, both verbally and written.
- Experience in Post graduate supervision.
- A good research track record of accredited publications.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy working as a team with colleagues.
- Good planning and organizational skills; this is essential for the position, which requires liaising across departments and monitoring the progress of large student groups.
- Reliable and able to meet deadlines required for marking, teaching and administration.
- Enthusiasm and passion for teaching interdisciplinary theory.
- Experience in the integration of ICT in teaching and learning as well as electronic assessment techniques e.g. Blackboard.
- Positive outlook on career and life.
- Responsible and integrous, and able to take initiative required to coordinate contract staff and tutors.
- Enthusiasm for working in a developing department, and willing to commit time to assist in growing the department’s potential.
- Teaching experience, preferably at a Higher Education Institution.
- A track record of post-graduate research supervision and publication in the relevant field.
- Proven record of engagement with the scholarship of teaching, e.g. teaching evaluation or relevant portfolio.
- Innovative teaching techniques incorporating technology.
- Ability to develop new undergraduate and postgraduate modules.
- Able to teach large groups (± 200)
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
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