JUNIOR LECTURER ( COMPUTER SCIENCE EDUCATION P001868)
Listing reference: nwu_000231
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 18 October 2021
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: According to the NWU scales for academic personnel
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
POSITION NUMBER: P001868
VACANCY: JUNIOR LECTURER
PEROMNES GRADE: A9
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FIXED TERM CONTRACT WITH BENEFITS
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Junior lecturer in Computer Science Education. To facilitate modules in Computer Applications Technology education, Information Technology education and computer literacy in distance and contact mode.
Job description
JOB DESCRIPTION
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Teaching-learning: To facilitate teaching and learning of modules in Computer Applications Technology education, Information Technology education and computer literacy in distance and contact mode. This includes all aspects involved in teaching and learning such as facilitating classes in online and distance mode, managing the LMS, curriculum development, the development of study guides, compiling assessments, marking of assessments and participating in work integrated learning.
2. Research in Computer Science Education (furthering of own studies)
3. Be involved in or initiate community engagement projects
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: Dr Sukie van Zyl on 018 299 1472
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: R Slambert on 018 285 2861
CLOSING DATE: October 2021
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 January 2022
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.
Minimum requirements
- Relevant Honours degree (Computer Science or Computer Science education, that relates to Computer Applications Technology or Information Technology)
- Applicable teaching qualification (Computer Science Education that relates to Computer Applications Technology education or Information Technology education)
- 1 year teaching experience relevant to CAT and/or IT education (Computer Applications Technology or Information Technology in the FET phase or relevant teaching experience in Higher Education)
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Excellent knowledge and skills in applying active teaching and learning strategies to facilitate teaching and learning in CAT/IT
· Excellent planning skills
· The ability to function in an online environment and excellent skills in using the Internet, e-mail
· Excellent skills in the use of application software such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint
· Sound knowledge of system technologies, computer networks, databases and HTML
· Knowledge of programming concepts is desirable
· Excellent communication skills with all stakeholders in the higher education environment
· Participate in research on Computer Science Education and be a lifelong learner
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· The ability to maintain professional relationships with faculty, students, academics and support staff
· The ability to collaboratively work in a multi-cultural environment and contribute towards the vision of the NWU, Faculty and the subject group
· Be a creative problem-solver and lifelong learner who is resilient and adaptable
· To work autonomously under pressure
· Strive for excellence and committed to NWU values as indicated below.
· Able to function well in a multi-lingual, multi-cultural working environment
