RESEARCHER N003003
Listing reference: nwu_000357
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 19 December 2021
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Education and Training
Location: North West
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: Market Related
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY/ DIVISION: CENTRE FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING
POSITION NUMBER: N003003
VACANCY: RESEARCHER
PEROMNES GRADE: P8
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FIXED-TERM APPOINTMENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The institutional Researcher: student success is an experienced researcher in any relevant field of study, qualitative/quantitative research approaches and experience in a South-African Higher Education context. The purpose of this position is to conduct research and engage with faculties and all relevant stakeholders at the NWU on initiatives, matters and data pertaining to student success.
Job description
1. Provide research support
· Conduct research on behalf of the UCDG P20 project, with a specific focus on student success.
· Support various teams and committees within the university who are working in student success related areas.
2. Facilitate critical reflection on student success
· Facilitate engagement with faculties, schools, academic departments and CTL to critically reflect on research and data regarding student success.
3. Present research findings in various formats
· Engage with DVC TL office, facilitates and all relevant stakeholders on research findings in order to explore alternatives to improve student success at the NWU.
4. Administration
· Attends, schedules meetings and provide reports as per the CTL operational planning and the UCDG P20 project implementation plan.
Minimum requirements
Ø Master’s degree in any field
· Experience/s
Ø 3 years of experience as a proficient researcher in Higher Education.
Ø 3 years of experience in the ability to function in an online environment.
ADDED ADVANTAGE & PREFERENCES:
· 3 years of experience of student development in a proficient level of involvement.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Advanced knowledge of data analysis software/programs/processes ( such as AtlasTi, NVivo )
· Advanced academic writing skills (report writing )
· Advanced communication skills.
· Knowledge and experience of the higher education environment.
· Planning and organising skills.
· Facilitation skills.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Good interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
· Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
· Client and team orientated.
· Attention to detail, and accuracy in data handling.
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Rassie Louw Tel 018 299 4869
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Dolly Lebepe 018 299 4936
CLOSING DATE: 22 December 2021
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: ASAP
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
