Senior Lecturer (Faculty of Health Sciences: Department of Biomedical Sciences) (Re-advert)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future"
Job description
“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.
Job Description:
The Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Johannesburg, seeks to appoint a Senior Lecturer qualified in Biomedical Technology/ Medical Laboratory Sciences who will actively contribute to teaching and learning, research, community outreach, and CPD development, in line with the University of Johannesburg's vision, mission, and goals.
The successful candidate is expected to undertake Undergraduate and research supervision, respectively, contribute to the development and review of Undergraduate teaching and curricula, and become involved in community outreach and CPD activities, in line with the discipline/departmental-specific objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Teaching undergraduates using diverse methods in the Faculty of Health Sciences (Department of Biomedical Sciences).
- Actively involved in core activities of the department such as academic administration, course development, consulting, and community-related projects.
- Supervise BHS students' projects and actively participate in the research, producing outputs such as journal papers.
- Facilitate teaching and learning within the domain of Biomedical Sciences.
- Facilitate theory and practice integration.
Minimum requirements
- A PhD qualification in Medical Health Sciences.
- Must have a track record of recent publications.
- Knowledge of applying for research funding.
- Knowledge, skills, and competencies in Medical Health Sciences.
- Experience in clinical supervision.
- A track record of Postgraduate research supervision and publication.
- Lecturing experience at university level and at least two (2) years’ experience in clinical practice.
- Innovative teaching techniques incorporating blended learning.
- Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Technologist/ Medical Laboratory Scientist.
- Experience in developing one's own research group.
- Experience of community engagement.
- Excellent command in the field of Biomedical Sciences.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Teaching skills and good interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues.
- Good planning and organisational skills.
- Excellent computer literacy skills.
- Enthusiasm and passion for education, research, and community engagement.
- The ability to function independently as well as in a team.
- Good time management skills and the ability to perform under pressure.
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.
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.