Lecturer (Faculty of Health Sciences: Department of Optometry)
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) in the context of the changing social, political and economic fortunes of Africa”.
Job description
- Maintain a portfolio of teaching activity of high-quality reputation and impact across a range of modules or within a subject area to relevant levels (undergraduate and/or postgraduate) students through lectures, clinics and/or practical, and personal supervision.
- Review and incorporate new approaches to preparation, design and delivery of teaching, learning, and assessment.
- Contribute proactively to the development of new approaches to teaching, learning and assessment within the subject area, as well as practical and programme content.
- Contribute to the identification and revision of modules, courses, and programmes
- Advise/support students in relation to relevant modules, referring them for further help and/ or guidance as and when required.
- Develop methods and techniques appropriate to the type of research pursued that add to the intellectual understanding of the field
Minimum requirements
- M.Phil/MHSc (NQF Level 9) in the field of Optometry. The position will be offered on a fixed-term contract and considered for a permanent contract on the completion of an approved doctorate qualification (NQF 10) within a five (5) year period.
- A good track record of teaching in the field of Optometry
- Registration with the HPCSA in the relevant field
- Accredited research output in the field of Optometry
- Expertise in relevant approaches and methods of teaching including blended teaching methods
- It may be expected from shortlisted candidates to do a presentation to the faculty and its stakeholders on a topic determined by the Optometry department.
- Knowledge of university, and faculty policies, rules, and regulations
- A good track record of teaching and research with the relevant specialty
- Registration for a PhD in Optometry or a related field within a five (5) year period
- A record of successful postgraduate supervision
- Completion or registration with the PBODO with therapeutic privileges is advisable
- Excellent writing, oral communication, and presentation skills
- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
- Collegial and emotionally intelligent
- Innovative, proactive, and creative
- High level of integrity and an ethical and moral foundation
- Ability to work as a team member, but also strongly independently
- Excellent skills in MS Office
- Knowledge of university, faculty policies, rules, and regulations
- Registration for a Ph.D. in Optometry or a related field will be highly recommended
- A good track record of teaching and research with the relevant specialty
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.
