Lecturer - ENGAGE Programme (1 post - Temporary)

University Of Pretoria; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Pretoria is seeking a Lecturer for a one-year contract to teach Chemistry at the first-year level. The role involves updating curriculum and conducting research in Chemistry Education. Candidates should have a relevant Master's degree, three years of teaching experience, and a publication. This position offers a competitive remuneration package based on UP policy guidelines.

Qualifications

• 3 years of teaching experience at tertiary level.
• 1 publication (peer reviewed article or conference paper).
• Experience with active teaching and learning strategies.

Responsibilities

• Teach Chemistry at a first-year level focusing on General and Organic Chemistry.
• Update and refine the curriculum.
• Conduct research in Chemistry Education.

Skills

General Chemistry

Physical Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

Online Teaching

Curriculum Development

Education

Master's degree or equivalent qualification

PhD (preferred)

Job description

Overview

UP Posting - Academic

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

ENGAGE PROGRAMME

POST TITLE: LECTURER (One year contract)

The University of Pretoria invites applications for the above vacancy. The ENGAGE (Engineering Augmented) Degree Programme is an extended degree programme comprising both mainstream and foundation modules. Students follow a structured 5-year curriculum. Additional Chemistry is an augmenting module presented in parallel to the mainstream Chemistry module in the first year. The module is designed to develop and enhance basic conceptual understanding and problem-solving strategies, and to address the lack of Gr12 Chemistry knowledge.

Responsibilities

The incumbent must be able to teach Chemistry on a first-year level with a focus on General and Organic Chemistry. Additionally, the incumbent will be required to update and refine the curriculum, and to teach and conduct research in Chemistry Education for engineering students. The teaching comprises one formal lecture and three discussion classes per week, to groups of approximately 50 students each.

Minimum Requirements

• A relevant Master’s degree or equivalent qualification;
• 3 years of teaching experience at tertiary level;
• 1 publication (peer reviewed article or peer reviewed conference paper).

Competencies (Skills, Knowledge and Behavioural Attributes)

Experience and expertise in:

• General, Physical and Organic Chemistry;
• Online teaching and technology;
• Evidence of experience with active teaching and learning strategies;
• Assessment design, curriculum and materials development.

Added Advantages and Preferences

• Preference given to a person with a relevant PhD;
• Above average IT knowledge and skills;
• Teaching at a tertiary level in extended degree programmes.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines.

How to Apply

Applicants are requested to apply online, quoting the applicable reference number. In applying for this post, please attach:

• A cover letter summarising relevant experience and the areas of your teaching and research expertise/interests;
• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• A brief teaching portfolio;
• 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.

Closing date: 27 October 2025. No application will be considered after the closing date or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

Enquiries

Ms E Greyling (Email: [e-mail]) for application-related enquiries, and Prof. E. Njoroge (Email: [e-mail]) for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 28 February 2026, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

Equal Opportunity

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. The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised.