Associate Professor: English First and Second Language Education

Stellenbosch University; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellenbosch University’s Department of Curriculum Studies seeks an Associate Professor in English First and Second Language Education to lead teaching, curriculum development and scholarly activity at the Stellenbosch Campus.

The role involves supervising postgraduate students, publishing in peer-reviewed outlets, securing research funding, and contributing to social impact initiatives and academic leadership within the Faculty of Education.

Qualifications

• The candidate must hold a PhD with linguistics as core element and demonstrate a strong teaching profile.
• A teaching qualification and higher education experience are required.
• Proven track record in English language education and postgraduate supervision.
• Historically strong publications and international collaborations are preferred.
• Active engagement with national and international education conferences.

Responsibilities

• Teach English Home Language and First Additional Language modules at undergrad and postgrad levels.
• Develop and evaluate teaching materials for English language education.
• Contribute to assessment of teaching and learning opportunities (practicals).
• Conduct research and publish in chosen areas of specialization.
• Supervise and co-supervise honours, masters and doctoral students.
• Identify and apply for research funding.
• Participate in Social Impact projects and provide services to SU and teaching community.
• Contribute to academic administration and leadership in the discipline and Faculty.

Skills

Teaching English to learners

Postgraduate supervision

Research in language education

Curriculum development

Education

PhD in linguistics or language education

Teaching qualification

Experience in higher education teaching

Experience supervising at honours/masters/doctoral level

NRF rating desirable

Job description

Associate Professor: English First and Second Language Education

Department Description/Departement Beskrywing

Faculty of Education

Department of Curriculum Studies

Associate Professor: English First and Second Language Education

(Stellenbosch Campus)

Ref. OPV01/412/1026

The Department of Curriculum Studies in the Faculty of Education at Stellenbosch University (SU) strives for academic excellence in the context of curriculum studies as a scientific field. Join a dedicated department and use your leadership to take the Department and your career to new heights. The Department of Curriculum Studies supports innovative research that aims to address education practice and provide opportunities for international cooperation.

Duties/Pligte

• Teaching English Home Language and First Additional Language in undergraduate and postgraduate modules.
• Developing and evaluating teaching and learning materials for English language teaching.
• Participating in the development and assessment of teaching and learning opportunities (practical teaching).
• Conducting research and publishing in chosen areas of specialisation.
• Supervising and co-supervising postgraduate students at honours, master's and doctoral level.
• Identifying and applying for research funding.
• Participating in Social Impact projects and rendering appropriate services to Stellenbosch University and the teaching community.
• Contributing to academic administration and leadership in the discipline, Department and Faculty.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• A relevant PhD with literature or (applied) linguistics as core element.
• A relevant teaching qualification.
• Experience of teaching English in higher education contexts.
• Experience of postgraduate supervision or as co-supervisor at honours, master's and doctoral level in language education.
• A strong academic record, including international collaborations.
• Recent and relevant publications in peer-reviewed journals in English language education.
• Attending and presenting peer-reviewed papers at national and international education conferences.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling

• National Research Foundation (NRF) rating (for Associate Professor level).
• Deep-seated interest and knowledge of current South African education policies.
• Experience and/or knowledge of technology-aided language education.

The University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan.

Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.

Currency Commencement Date01-Jan-2027 Closing Date06-Nov-2026 Amount of Travel Work At Home