Senior Lecturer (isiNdebele)

University of Pretoria; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pretoria is seeking a Senior Lecturer in isiNdebele to teach and develop courses, supervise research, and contribute to academic management. This role requires a Doctoral qualification and teaching experience. The position offers a competitive remuneration package and involvement in curriculum development.

Benefits

Medical aid schemes

Qualifications

• Teaching experience at a tertiary institution.
• Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision.
• Evidence of research productivity.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop undergraduate and postgraduate courses in isiNdebele.
• Supervise postgraduate research.
• Conduct research and contribute to the Department's research profile.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Curriculum Development

Education

Doctoral qualification in isiNdebele

Job description

UP Posting - Academic

FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

DEPARTMENT OF AFRICAN LANGUAGES

SENIOR LECTURER (isiNdebele) (one post)

In pursuit of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above 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 expected to:

1. Teach and develop undergraduate and postgraduate courses in linguistics/grammar and literature in isiNdebele;
2. Supervise postgraduate research, appropriate to the post level;
3. Conduct research commensurate with the level of appointment and actively contribute to the Department’s research profile;
4. Perform various academic and administrative duties as determined by the Head of Department;
5. Participate in the Department’s strategic initiatives relating to teaching, research, and community engagement;
6. Participate in academic management, administration, and other duties as required by the Head of the Department.

Minimum Requirements

• A Doctoral qualification with specialisation in isiNdebele;
• Teaching experience at a tertiary institution;
• Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision;
• Evidence of research productivity (e.g., conference presentations and publications in peer-reviewed journals);
• Academic administration experience.

Required Competencies (Skills, Knowledge, and Behavioural Attributes)

• Ability to teach first-language/home-language speakers of isiNdebele;
• Clear and demonstrated research focus related to the primary responsibilities of the post.

Added Advantages or Preferences

• Evidence of involvement in curriculum development and innovation.

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, select 'About UP', click on 'Career Opportunities', and choose the position you wish to apply for.

Closing Date: 28 May 2025

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

Enquiries: Ms Dineo Mahlangu, [e-mail], Tel: [phone] for application-related enquiries, and Prof Willie Burger, [e-mail], Tel: [phone] for post content enquiries.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 2025, please accept that your application was 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 underrepresented designated groups.

All candidates who meet the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

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