ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR (P000474)
Listing reference: nwu_000412
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 21 February 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: South Africa
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: According to the NWU scales for academic personnel
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (MAHIKENG CAMPUS)
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
SCHOOL OF NATUAL SCIENCES IN EDUCATION
VACANCY: ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR (POSITION NUMBER P000474)
PEROMNES GRADE: A6/A5
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To fill an existing vacant post to teach Life Sciences. To make contributions to the teaching effort of the institution, and to carry out activities to maintain and develop his/her professional career relevant to the profession or discipline in terms of research and community engagement
Job description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Teaching-learning - Teaching-learning of Life Sciences on contact and distance mode of delivery (includes organisational and management tasks)
2. Research - Furthering of own qualifications (if applicable). Involvement in general research (e.g., publishing in accredited journals, presenting papers at conferences, etc.).
3. Community Engagement - Be involved 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 RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Rouzenne Slambert on 018 285 2861
ENQUIRIES REGARDING THE POSITION MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Dr Pentecost Nkhoma on 018 289 2297
CLOSING DATE: 20 February 2022
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.
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
· PhD degree with specialisation in Life Science Education.
· Initial teacher’s qualification with specialisation in Life sciences
· Minimum of 4 years teaching experience in life sciences on Grade 12 level
ADDED ADVANTAGE & PREFERENCES:
· At least 2 years’ experience/ functional knowledge of the higher education sector.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Fundamental Knowledge of Life Sciences and Life Science Education concepts to Life Sciences content and methodology modules for undergraduate B.Ed and Hons students;
· Knowledge of dynamic teaching- learning technologies
· Good computer skills in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
· Use of blended learning environments, e.g. Internet and email
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Able to function well in a multi-lingual, multi-cultural working environment
· Good communication skills
· Good interpersonal skills
· Good planning skills
