Lecturer: New Generation of Academics Programme (NGAP) ( Faculty of Humanities: Department of Anthropology and Development Studies)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa”.
Job description
Johannesburg is seeking to make a permanent appointment of an nGAP lecturer in the Department of Anthropology and Development Studies (DADS). We are seeking an exceptionally motivated, qualified and ambitious aspirant South African academic to contribute to, and expand, the Faculty's current teaching and research interests/specialisations.
- Register for a PhD degree in Anthropology or undertake postdoctoral studies
- Prepare and deliver lectures for undergraduate students.
- Prepare/design and mark assignments.
- Be prepared to travel between campuses should the need arise.
- Attend departmental and faculty meetings.
- Establish their own research niche in the Department and participate in research activities leading to publication of articles in internationally peer-reviewed/accredited journals.
- Supervise postgraduate students.
- Be actively involved and perform any other tasks or activities which fall within the general functioning of the department, assistance in general equipment and facilities operations.
- Participate in Community Engagement initiatives in the Department and Faculty.
Minimum requirements
- MA in Anthropology with academic competence of 70% and above in the Master’s degree; candidate will be required to register for the PhD in Anthropology.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Excellent computer literacy skills.
- Experience in teaching at an undergraduate level.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent computer literacy skills.
- Strong interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to function under pressure.
- Good planning and organisational skills.
- Passion for Anthropology as a discipline and a strong desire to develop an academic career.
- An eagerness to participate in changing the South African landscape through research and education
- 1-3 years' teaching experience at the tertiary level will be an added advantage.
- A Phd or PhD candidate in Anthropology.
- Strong commitment to good teaching and research.
- Experience in blended learning (online and in person).
- Demonstrated ability/experience to work with an interdisciplinary team.
- Ability to perform research, teaching and administration simultaneously.
- Delivered seminars, conference papers and published scientific article(s) in accredited subject-related journal(s), or demonstrated progress towards publishing.
- Postgraduate supervisory experience
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.
Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
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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.
