Lecturer: Computer Science

Varsity College; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in South Africa is seeking a Lecturer in Computer Science to teach programming courses and support student development. Candidates must have a Bachelor's honours degree and at least three years of teaching experience. The role offers lifelong learning opportunities, family discounts on educational programs, and competitive incentives based on performance.

Benefits

Lifelong learning opportunities

Staff and family discounts

Incentive bonus structure

Provident fund contributions

Birthday vouchers

Competitive annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience in programming or software development.
• Industry experience in software development roles is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Lecture on various programming courses and assess student evaluations.
• Support and develop fellow lecturers through workshops.
• Manage academic development and support for students.

Skills

JavaScript (React, Angular, Node.js)

Java

C# (.NET Core, MVC, Blazor)

Microsoft Azure

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Kotlin for Android development

React Native

SQL Server

Oracle

MongoDB

Firebase

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's honours degree in Information Technology

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Jira

Trello

Asana

Microsoft Project

Job description

Direct Reporting Line:
Head of School for Compute Sciences

Varsity Collegeis an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE enjoys the reputation of being at the forefront of private higher education in South Africa, and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to provide higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

The IIE's Varsity College, Waterfall North Campus has a vacancy for a Lecturer: Computer Science.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lecturing

• Lecture on programmes (must lecture on an IIE qualification) across various modes of delivery where relevant
• Marking of assessments and feedback to students in subjects lectured. May be required to internally moderate assessments scripts that fall within their subject fields, where necessary across IIE sites of delivery

Lecturer Development and Support

• Assist in lecturer development and support processes and procedures. This may include conducting peer reviews, facilitating workshops and one-on-one consultations

Student Development & Support

• Championing/leading and managing academic development and support for a specific programme and its students
• Tracking student success and implementing support interventions where required

Research & Scholarship

• The incumbent is required to promote a culture of scholarship within their practice, discipline and campus/team and is also required to contribute towards The IIE’s Varsity College achieving its annual research output targets

Competencies Required:

Technical:

Candidates should have experience in one or more of the following:

• Programming & Frameworks:JavaScript (React, Angular, Node.js) , Java, C# (.NET Core, MVC, Blazor).
• Cloud Platforms:Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Mobile Development:Kotlin for Android development , React Native is advantageous.
• Databases:SQL Server, Oracle, MongoDB, Firebase.
• Project Management:Understanding of Agile or similar development methodologies, with practical use of project management tools such as Jira, Trello, Asana, or Microsoft Project. Experience managing full software development lifecycles is a strong plus.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• A Bachelor's honours degree in Information Technology or a closely related field is required. A master's degree is strongly preferred.

Minimum Work Experience Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years’ teaching experience in programming or software development is advantageous.
• Industry experience in roles such as software developer, AI/ML engineer, cloud solutions architect, or mobile app developer will be highly valued.
  

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 -17:00

Salary:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

• Lifelong learning opportunities through LinkedIn Learning subscriptions.
• Staff and family discounts on educational programs within our brand portfolio.
• Incentive bonus structure based on performance and achievement of goals.
• Provident fund contributions, including Death & Funeral Cover, to support your financial well-being and future planning.
• Birthday vouchers to celebrate your special day.
• Competitive annual leave allowance for well-deserved time off and rejuvenation.

Application Response:

• Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews.

Technical Support:

• Should you experience technical difficulties applying for the position, kindly use the following URL for further assistance:https://hire.simplify.hr/ContactUs

The IIE Varsity College, IIE Vega and IIE MSAarean Equal Opportunity Employer. However, preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or place the vacancy on hold at any time, without prior notice.