Lecturer (Fixed-Term Contract) (Ac.08.4)

University Of The Witwatersrand; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in academia is seeking a passionate Lecturer for the Media Studies Department. This role involves teaching and research that is innovative and relevant to media studies locally and globally. The successful candidate will engage in curriculum transformation and contribute to the intellectual life of the university. If you have a PhD and a strong publication record, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field of media and communication studies.

Qualifications

• PhD in media and communication studies or related discipline required.
• Experience in teaching and supervision at postgraduate levels.

Responsibilities

• Offer wide-ranging teaching across all study years.
• Supervise postgraduate students and maintain research activity.

Skills

Expert knowledge in media/journalism

Teaching experience

Curriculum/teaching innovation

Supervision of postgraduate students

Education

PhD in media and communication studies

Job description

Organization Name : Media Studies - School of Literature, Languages & Media

Department Description

The Department of Media Studies is seeking to appoint a Lecturer on a three-year contract starting in July. The successful candidate will play a central role in teaching and research that is both theoretically innovative and relevant to media studies in South Africa, Africa, and globally.

Requirements

• PhD in media and communication studies or a related discipline
• Appropriate publication record
• Expert knowledge in one or more fields related to media/journalism, culture and practice, consumer culture, gender studies, and media and popular culture in Africa
• Teaching experience is essential
• Experience of supervision and curriculum/teaching innovation is desirable

Responsibilities

• Offer wide-ranging teaching across all study years
• Implement student-centred methodologies to facilitate development and growth
• Supervise postgraduate students at Honours and MA levels, with PhD supervision to be added later
• Maintain research activity in relevant areas
• Carry out departmental administrative duties
• Participate in the intellectual and public life of the university

Additional Information

Applications are especially welcome from candidates capable of participating in curriculum transformation activities at departmental, school, and faculty levels.

How To Apply

Submit a letter of motivation (indicating the position), detailed CV, and contact details of three referees (including email addresses). Internal employees should apply directly via Oracle: iWits / Self Service application / "Apply for a job". External applicants must register on the Wits i-recruitment platform and submit their application.

Additional Notes

• The university is committed to employment equity.
• Preference may be given to applicants from under-represented groups as per employment equity policies, including black people, women, and people with disabilities.
• Closing date: 14 May. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Only online applications will be considered for shortlisting.
• The university reserves the right to verify all information and credit standing.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The university may choose not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.