UP Posting - Academic

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

LECTURER (ONE POST)

Lecturer: Technology Education

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.

The field of Technology Education focuses on teaching the compulsory school subject Technology in the Senior Phase. It is not Computer Science or Information Technology.

Responsibilities

The incumbent will be responsible for:
• The curriculum development of and lecturing of modules in the programme(s) based in the department;
• In addition, the incumbent will pursue research activities such as own research, research-based publications and the supervision of post graduate students registered... in the department;
• Develop, present and co-ordinate undergraduate and postgraduate courses for pre-service and in-service teachers and other students for contact and distance presentation;
• Mentor students for practice teaching/work integrated learning;
• Use a learning management system to develop and present courses;
• Present lectures and programmes in an E-learning environment;
• Provide a significant contribution to research outputs, post graduate teaching and supervision.

Lecturer

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Master’s degree in Technology Education;
• Evidence of teaching experience in Design and Technology Education for example being a teacher, tutor or lecturer;
• Eveidence of doing research or potential to do research

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)
• Knowledge of the different knowledge fields in Design and Technology Education ;
• Knowledge of teaching methodologies in the different knowledge fields in Design and Technology Education ;
• Knowledge of the South African education system regarding Design and Technology Education ;
• Knowledge of and experience in facilitation in an E-learning environment;
• Evidence of doing research or potential to do research.
• Appropriate language and communication skills;
• Ability to apply knowledge and skills in teaching and supervision;
• Ability to work as an individual and in a team;
• Academic administrative experience.

Added Advantages And Preferences
• At least one publication in an accredited journal or equivalent units;
• Evidence of coordination responsibilities and membership of committees;
• Participation in Departmental Meetings;
• Evidence of involvement in community engagement programmes.

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: [email protected].

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);
• Teaching Portfolio;
• Self-evaluation.

CLOSING DATE: 23 March 2023

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

Enquiries

Ms Siza Zitha, Email: [email protected] for application-related enquiries, and Prof Ronel Callaghan, Email: rone[email protected] for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 May 2023, 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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