ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR P001534
Listing reference: nwu_000451
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 28 February 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Education and Training
Location: North West
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY: EDUCATION
POSITION NUMBER: P001534
VACANCY: ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
PEROMNES GRADE: A6
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
This appointment is expected to make contributions to the teaching and research efforts 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.
Applicants who previously applied for the position will be considered.
Job description
JOB DESCRIPTION
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Teaching and leaching
2. Research
3. Community engagement
Minimum requirements
· Ph.D. in Geography Education or Environmental Education. A relevant Master’s degree (M.Ed or M.Sc) in Geography Education or Environmental Education. Relevant honours degree in Geography Education or Environmental Education.
· Initial teacher’s qualification majoring in Geography or Environmental Education.
· Minimum two (2) years experience in teaching Geography at secondary schools.
· Minimum two (2) years experience in teaching Geography at tertiary institutes.
· A good publication record (e.g. journal articles & book chapters) in peer reviewed journals/books.
· Successful completion of post-graduate students (Masters and PhD).
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Advanced knowledge of Geography (Human and Physical Geography, Map Work, and GIS) and Environmental Education to teach Geography and Environmental Education content modules to 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.
· Advanced research skills.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Good communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to function in a multi-lingual working environment.
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: Prof. Neal Petersen on 018 299 1906.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Moratuwa Motsemme on 018 299 4958
CLOSING DATE: 28 FEBRUARY 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 APRIL 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
