Lecturer, Department of Nursing Sciences
- Employer
- UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA
- Location
- Pretoria, South Africa
- Closing date
- 11 Nov 2020
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- Academic Discipline
- Clinical, Pre-clinical & Health, Other Health & Social Care
- Job Type
- Academic Posts, Lecturers / Assistant Professors
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF HEALTH CARE SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF NURSING SCIENCES
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:
- Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students;
- Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students;
- Participating in skills training and assessment;
- Updating course content and revising study guides;
- Maintaining the electronic learning environment;
- Performing other academic and research duties as may be delegated by the Head of Department;
- Conducting research at a nationally competitive level;
- Participating in the Department’s strategic initiatives relating to teaching, learning and community engagement.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A relevant Master’s degree in Health Sciences;
- A qualification in Nursing Education
- At least one year teaching experience in Nursing Education at a Higher Education Institution;
- Current registration with South African Nursing Council;
- At least one DHET accredited publication;
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Good verbal and written communication skills;
- Good interpersonal and mentoring skills;
- Good computer skills;
- Scientific writing skills.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- Experience in a clinical environment;
- A valid driver’s licence
- A DHET accredited publication must preferably be published in the last two years
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.
In applying for this post, please attach:
- A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications;
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
- Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);
- Self-evaluation.
CLOSING DATE: 11 NOVEMBER 2020.
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: Mr E Montane, email to: Edwin.montane@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof RS Mogale, email to: Shirley.mogale@up.ac.za call: 012 356 3179 for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 January 2021, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.
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About the University of Pretoria
UP is a leading research university in South Africa and one of the largest in the country.
The University has seven campuses as well as a number of other sites of operation, such as the Pretoria Academic Hospital. Central administration is located at the Hatfield Campus.
The University of Pretoria offers more than 1 800 academic programmes in two of the official languages, namely Afrikaans and English. (Some programmes and modules are offered only in English.)
In 1996, the University of Pretoria became the university with the highest research output in South Africa and we have maintained this status.
The University of Pretoria celebrated its Centenary in 2008.
The academic programmes of the University are offered in nine faculties, as well as a business school. The faculties comprise a total of 140 departments and 85 centres, institutes and bureaus. UP is at the forefront of tertiary education in the country and collaborates with world-class partners to ensure continued excellence in learning and teaching.
Faculties:
- Economic and Management Sciences
- Education
- Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology
- Health Sciences
- Humanities
- Law
- Natural and Agricultural Sciences
- Theology
- Veterinary Science
Business School:
- Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS)
- Telephone
- +(27)124203111
- Location
-
PRIVATE BAG X20
HATFIELD
0028
ZA
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