Junior Lecturer in social Anthropology (P000621)
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To deliver high-quality, innovative teaching and learning; conduct research and further one’s qualifications in Social Anthropology; and initiate or participate in impactful community engagement.JOB DESCRIPTION
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Teaching and Learning:
- Offering quality teaching at undergraduate level.
- Supervising honours students.
- Developing module content.
- Completing teaching and learning-related administration.
- Participating in processes to enhance the quality of teaching and learning in the subject group, school, and faculty
- Publish research articles in peer-reviewed, accredited journals, including high-impact disciplinary journals.
- Publish monographs and book chapters with reputable academic publishers.
- Apply for funding to support and advance research initiatives.
- Present research at academic conferences and workshops,
- Identify meaningful opportunities to establish and sustain impactful community engagement initiatives aligned with NWU’s commitment to serving communities through scholarly and practical contributions.
- Serve on committees of academic associations, act as an external examiner or moderator of assessments at other universities and undertake peer reviews for academic publications.
- Serve on faculty committees and undertake subject and programme leadership roles as opportunities arise.
Minimum requirements
- Currently registered for a Master's degree in Social Anthropology at a reputable tertiary institution.
- A minimum of one (1) year’ experience in teaching and learning at a reputable tertiary institution. .
ADDED ADVANTAGE:
- A Master's degree in Social Anthropology (NQF Level 9).
- A minimum of two (2) year’ experience in teaching and learning at a reputable tertiary institution.
- A minimum of one (1) year’ experience in producing high-quality publications in accredited disciplinary journals and/or books published by reputable academic presses.
- Membership of any Social Anthropology-related professional society.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Proficiency in standard office software.
- Proficiency in using learning management systems in higher education.
- Skills in academic module and programme design.
- Knowledge of pedagogical approaches in higher education.
- Knowledge of funding systems and processes for securing funding
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of colleagues, students, and stakeholders.
- Willingness to take responsibility and be accountable for one’s actions.
- Commitment to honesty and integrity at all times.
- Ability to resolve workplace conflicts effectively and constructively.
REMUNERATION:
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: Byron Louw on 018 285 2304
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof Doret Botha on Doret.Botha@nwu.ac.za
CLOSING DATE: 27 November 2026
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
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 the 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.
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