Lecturer in Speech-Language Pathology

UP Posting - Academic

FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

DEPARTMENT OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY

LECTURER IN SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY (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.

The Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology at the University of Pretoria offers prospective students world-class training for a professional qualification in audiology or speech-language therapy. Postgraduate research-based degrees are also offered by the department, under the guidance of experienced academic staff.

Key Responsibilities

The incumbent will be expected to:

1. Engage in teaching, curriculum development, and co-ordinating programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
2. Engage in research supervision of postgraduate students commensurate with the post level;
3. Engage in clinical supervision of undergraduate students;
4. Conduct research commensurate with the level of appointment and actively contribute to the Department’s research profile;
5. Perform various academic and administrative duties as determined by the Head of Department;
6. Participate in the Department’s strategic initiatives relating to teaching, research, and community engagement;
7. Contribute to transdisciplinary engagements in teaching and research

Minimum Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or a similar field;
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the independent practitioner category;
• Evidence of research productivity (e.g., conference presentations; publications in peer-reviewed journals or equivalent).

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)

• Professional practice experience as a speech-language pathologist;
• Ability to train speech-language pathology students;
• Ability to lecture in at least two, but preferably more, of the following areas at the undergraduate level: dysfluency in pediatric and adult populations, normal development; speech and language sample analysis; speech sciences, secondary professional functions;
• Demonstrable and clear research focus.

Added Advantages And Preferences

• Registration with the HPCSA as a speech-language pathologist for three (3) years or more;
• Experience in lecturing at the undergraduate level;
• Experience in supervision at the postgraduate level;
• A doctoral degree.

Applicants are requested to provide the following documentation in support of their application:

• A comprehensive and updated Curriculum Vitae
• Certified copies of qualifications and current HPCSA registration
• A brief self-evaluation indicating how they meet the requirements of the position
• A brief outline of completed and current research activities, as well as envisioned future research
• Envisioned contribution to the Department
• Details of three contactable referees, including referees who can attest to the candidate’s professional experience and academic (teaching and research) qualities.

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 select the position you would like to apply for.

Closing Date: 6 May 2025

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

Enquiries: Ms Dineo Mahlangu, Tel: (012) 420 4856, dineo.mahlangu@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof J Van der Linde, Tel.: (012) 420 2948, jeannie.vanderlinde@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content. Please note: no applications will be received via these email addresses and candidates should apply on the Careers@UP portal as stated above.

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. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

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