Position Summary

Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway Campus
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: EE
Level: Skilled

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

The Council of the University of Johannesburg has declared the University as a mandatory vaccination site as per the applicable policy ((https://www.uj.ac.za/covid-19/). All applications and offers of employment is dependent upon compliance with the said policy.


The New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP) is a nationally funded programme that involves recruiting a new cohort of academics. The programme is transformative in nature and priority is given to designated candidates. Candidates must be 40 years and younger. The programme[1] enables nGAP appointments to benefit from teaching and research development opportunities and requires the incumbent to register for their PhD or post-doctoral studies.  

Job Description: 

In line with the Department of Higher Education and Training's New Generation Academic Programme (nGAP)[2], the Faculty of Education at the University of Johannesburg is seeking to make an appointment of a lecturer. 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. The Faculty of Education is in the process of establishing a Centre for Advanced Learning Technologies in Science Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (CALTSTEAM). The Faculty invites applications for the academic post of Lecturer in CALTSTEAM and Science Education. We seek an individual with excellent academic credentials in teaching and research in this field.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the projects of the Centre, including administrative duties, and teach in undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Science Education. One of the core strategic foci of the department is the use virtual and augmented reality in STEM education. It is expected that the candidate has expertise in this area.
 
Responsibilities:

•    Register for the PhD degree in Science Education;
•    Involvement in research in the Centre and limited teaching in Science Education (contact, blended and online) at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
•    Prepare/design and mark assignments, tests, and exams.
•    Be prepared to travel between campuses should the need arise.
•    Attend departmental and faculty meetings.
•    Establish their research niche in the Centre 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 Centre, and provide assistance in general equipment and facilities operations.
•    Drive the Global Excellence and Stature (GES) objectives of the University of Johannesburg
•    Participate in Community Engagement initiatives in the Faculty.

The duration of the nGAP programme is 6 years. nGAP posts are institutional based and are permanent positions.
Additionally, nGAP lecturers are required to participate in the South African’s Universities’ Development Programme (SSAU-DP)


Minimum requirements

  • An MEd in Science Education is required (70% pass and above).
  • Ability to perform research, teaching and administration simultaneously.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Excellent computer literacy skills.
 
Recommendations:
  • Previous lecturing experience (provide a teaching portfolio if possible) in Science Education will be an added advantage.
  • Strong commitment to good teaching and research.
  • Experience in Blackboard (or related E-teaching platform) and blended learning.
  • Experience in the use of virtual and augmented reality applications for teaching.
  • Ability to perform research, teaching and administration simultaneously.
  • Published scientific article(s) in accredited subject-related journal(s).
  • Postgraduate supervisory experience.
 
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Excellent computer literacy skills.
  • Strong interpersonal relationships.
  • Ability to function under pressure.
  • Good planning and organizational skills.
  • Passion for the field of Science Education and a strong desire for an academic career.
  • An eagerness to participate in changing the South African landscape through education.
 
Enquiries:

Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof Umesh Ramnarain (HOD) on (011) 559 4384
Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Mrs Glaudina Croukamp on (011) 559 3467

 

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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