Associate Professor / Professor (One post), Department of New Testament and Related Literature,[...]

University of Pretoria; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pretoria is seeking an Associate Professor / Professor in the Faculty of Theology and Religion. The successful candidate will engage in teaching, research, and academic administration, contributing to the advancement of New Testament studies. This role offers a competitive remuneration package and the chance to be part of a leading research institution.

Benefits

Medical aid schemes

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ tertiary experience or related teaching experience for Associate Professor.
• At least 8 years’ tertiary teaching experience for Professor.
• Experience in curriculum development and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in New Testament studies.
• Conducting scholarly research in the field of New Testament.
• Supervising master’s and doctoral students.

Skills

Competency in Greek

Education

Relevant doctoral degree

Job description

UP Posting - Academic

FACULTY OF THEOLOGY AND RELIGION

DEPARTMENT OF NEW TESTAMENT AND RELATED LITERATURE

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR (ONE POST)

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 successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the subject field of New Testament studies;
• Conducting scholarly research in the field of New Testament (and related literature);
• Supervising master’s and doctoral students (if the successful candidate has a relevant doctoral degree);
• Mentoring students at undergraduate level;
• Performing academic administration and management;
• Performing other duties as delegated by the Head of the Department.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

Associate Professor:

• A relevant doctoral degree;
• At least 5 years’ tertiary experience or related teaching experience;
• Experience in curriculum development and curriculum innovation;
• At least 15-20 publications in a variety of accredited journals;
• Evidence of successful research Master’s supervision (at least 5 successfully completed) and at least 2 successful Doctoral supervisions;
• Experience in academic administration experience and participation in departmental committees;
• Established nationally as a scholar and researcher.
  
  

Professor

• A relevant doctoral degree;
• At least 8 years’ tertiary teaching experience;
• Experience in curriculum development and curriculum innovation;
• At least 20 – 30 publications in a variety of accredited journals of which at least 8 of the publications should be ISI and other accredited journals;
• Evidence of successful research Master’s supervision (at least 10 successfully completed) and evidence of at least 4 successful doctoral supervisions;
• Experience in academic administration and participation in departmental committees
• Established nationally and internationally as a scholar and researcher.
  
  

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)

• Competency in Greek at least at 3 rd year level is a prerequisite .
  
  

Added Advantages And Preferences

• Membership of at least one scholarly society related to New Testament studies;
• Community involvement;
• NRF rating will serve as a strong advantage for the Associate Professor/Professor levels.
  
  

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 (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);
• Self-evaluation;
• Teaching portfolio.
  
  

CLOSING DATE: 30 May 2025

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

ENQUIRIES: Jeanette Schoeman : [e-mail] for application-related enquiries, and Prof Rantoa Letsosa: [e-mail] for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 2025 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.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.