Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer (Faculty of Education: Department of Childhood Education) (Re-advert)
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
- Teaching in the field of English/Mathematics and/or Life Skills Education in the Foundation Phase of schooling in the undergraduate and postgraduate teacher education programmes.
- Integrating content on English/Mathematics and/or Life Skills Education in the Foundation Phase with the practicum focus on child development studies.
- Research in English/Mathematics and/or Life Skills Education in the primary school teacher education programme and/or Teaching Methods in the primary school.
- Community engagement in the area of English/Mathematics and/or Life Skills Education in the Foundation Phase and Teaching methodology and practicum.
- Administration of university teaching, research and community engagement in the portfolio of the position.
- Post graduate supervision of students in areas related to the position.
- Support, guide and monitor student experience initiatives.
- Oversee and coordinate the Masters online programme in the department.
Minimum requirements
- A suitable doctoral qualification in Education or a related field
- Has successfully supervised Master's and Doctoral students
- Extensive experience in designing and teaching postgraduate research courses
- Extensive teaching experience in courses related to English/Mathematics and/or Life Skills Education in the Foundation Phase, Teaching methodology and practicum or in teacher education for the primary school
- Consistent research output in accordance with Department of Higher Education research output requirements
- Evidence of a national reputation in the field of English/Mathematics and/or Life Skills Education for the primary school
- A suitable doctoral qualification in Education or a related field
- Teaching experience in courses related to English/Mathematics and/or Life Skills Education in the Foundation Phase, Teaching Methodology and Practicum or in teacher education for the primary school
- Evidence of some postgraduate supervision
- Consistent research output in accordance with Department of Higher Education research output requirements
- Research project management experience
- School research experience
- Qualitative and/or Quantitative research methods
- Sound understanding of the integrated approach of teaching in the Foundation Phase
- Computer Literacy
- Fluent English language use
- Strong interpersonal relationships
- Analytical thinking and coordination skills
- Able to work with teachers in in-service development programmes
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.
