Lecturer - Mathematics

Pivot Services; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosebank College invites applications for a lecturer role in Mathematics/Data Science. The successful candidate will deliver lectures, update learning materials, and engage students across multiple analytics-related modules, while coordinating assessments and feedback.

The role requires teaching experience in higher education, familiarity with digital learning platforms, and the ability to adapt to evolving academic environments. Salary is market-related and located in Johannesburg.

Qualifications

• 2+ years lecturing or tutoring with analytics component.
• 1+ year as data analyst or data scientist.
• Copy of academic transcript.
• Knowledge of SA higher education systems and regulatory framework.
• Ability to support students and work with digital learning platforms.
• Ability to cope with a changing environment and to adapt.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures and engage students per module requirements.
• Manage resources and update LMS; provide feedback to students.
• Prepare students for assessments and identify at-risk students.
• Monitor student engagement and assessment submissions.
• Attend academic meetings across faculties.
• Reflect on module results and improve teaching practices.
• Support monitoring of at-risk students in assigned modules.
• Complete professional development interventions annually.

Skills

Lecturing experience

Data analytics

Digital platforms

Time management

Education

BSc Hons in Mathematics

BSc Hons in Statistics

BSc Hons in Data Science

Masters in Mathematics / Statistics / Data Science

Job description

About the Role

Rosebank College, the Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) is one of the leading private higher education institutions in the country registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training. For over 70 years IIE Rosebank College has delivered quality tertiary education to students across South Africa. Situated in bustling cities, IIE Rosebank College embraces the same vibrant environment which allows over 20 000 students to connect with the heart of the institution. Our exceptional growth is creating a once in a life-time opportunities to suitable incumbents. As Rosebank College takes bold steps to expand its range of qualifications, we are actively working towards accreditation as a premier education and training provider for an array of exciting new programmes. Central to this endeavour is the commitment to maintaining a team of exceptionally qualified staff. If you are driven by a passion for education and envision yourself contributing to our institution's growth, we invite you to be part of our journey. While we gear up for these forthcoming opportunities, we're eager to connect with individuals who share our dedication to excellence. To express your interest and be considered for possible future positions, we kindly request that you submit your CV via the following link. This will ensure that your profile becomes part of our talent pool for the upcoming expansion.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures and engage students based on module-specific requirements in line with module pacers.
• Manage resources including academic materials and consulting with the Information Centre Update learning management system and provide feedback to students.
• Engage and prepare students for assessments, identify at risk students, and develop assessments in accordance with Central Academic Team briefings.
• Monitor student engagement as well as assessment submission with relevant escalation.
• Attend and participate in academic meetings across all faculties.
• Reflect on, review, and analyse student module result.
• Support the monitoring of at-risk student in modules assigned to lecture.
• Academic Professional Development: complete a set number of academic professional development interventions per academic cycle (one year) that contribute to the improvement of the Brand’s Teaching-Learning practice and personal professional academic status.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Honours/Masters in Mathematics or Bachelor of Science Honours/Masters in Statistics or Bachelor of Science Honours/Masters in Data Science.
• Lecturing/tutoring experience: Ideally, 2 years or more lecturing modules with an analytics component.
• Work experience: Preferably 1 year or more as a data analyst or data scientist One NQF level higher than the qualification being taught.
• Copy of academic transcript.
• Knowledge and understanding of the South African higher education systems and regulatory framework.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Teaching and Learning theory and interventions.
• The ability to provide student support services.
• The ability to work with and learn more about digitalized academic platforms.
• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
• Ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Deadline orientated and can work well under pressure.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Classes are scheduled from 08h00am until 17h00pm, Monday to Friday. Your working hours will depend on the modules allocated to you. Market related.

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng

Employer: Rosebank International

Rosebank College is an equal opportunities employer however preference will be given to EE and South African candidates.