FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF HEALTH CARE SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOTHERAPY
LECTURER

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.

BACKGROUND:

The Department of Physiotherapy at the University of Pretoria's Faculty of Health Sciences recognises that Spinal cord injuries (SCI) are one of the most disabling conditions affecting human wellbeing. Traumatic SCI are the leading cause of morbidity and need rehabilitation expertise in line with the WHO Rehabilitation 2023 guidelines and SDG-3.  The Department wishes to equip physiotherapists in evidence-based SCI rehabilitation by developing an active research focus in this area, as well as growing teaching and learning programs at undergraduate and post-graduate level

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in Physiotherapy with special focus on spinal cord injury rehabilitation, including general paediatric and adult neurorehabilitation;
• The clinical accompaniment of students mainly in spinal cord injury rehabilitation including general paediatric and adult neurorehabilitation;
• Supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate research in the above areas and general physiotherapy;
• Conducting own research and contributing to the Department’s research profile;
• Facilitate disability sports research collaboration with the Sport, Exercise Medicine and Lifestyle Institute (SEMLI) at the University of Pretoria;
• Promoting quality academic education and professional training;
• Fundraising for own research and departmental research activities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A master’s degree in Physiotherapy (In spinal cord injury rehabilitation and/or general adult neurorehabilitation);
• At least one DHET accredited publication;
• Registration with the HPCSA as a Physiotherapist;
• One year teaching experience.

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:

• Postgraduate supervision experience at a tertiary institution;
• Experience in clinical supervision of students
• A good research record in one of the Department’s research specialisation fields;
• Training in postgraduate supervision;
• Experience with internal and external stakeholders and professional boards;
• Experience in research fundraising (grants);
• A valid driver’s licence.

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/ UMVUZO medical aid scheme 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 (utilising the UP format downloadable from the University website);
• 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);
• A letter of motivation for the application in line with minimum requirements;
• Self-evaluation.

CLOSING DATE:  30 October 2021.

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, Tel: (012) 356 3243 or email Edwin.montane@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof DJ Mothabeng, Tel: (012) 356 3233 or email joyce.mothabeng@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by ­­­­­­­­­­­­31 January 2022, 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.