Lecturer:Nursing Science Health Sciences

Nelson Mandela University; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Mandela University in the Eastern Cape seeks to appoint an experienced Nurse Educator to facilitate learning for students in both theoretical and practical nursing modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

The role includes contributing to research, curriculum development, and community engagement, with supervision of postgraduate research candidates and involvement in scholarly activity.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing science is required.
• Registration with SANC as a registered nurse and midwife is required.
• Registration with SANC as a Nurse Educator is required.
• Additional qualification in Advanced Primary Health Care or related field is required.
• Registration with SANC as an assessor and moderator is required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and administer the learning process for students in theoretical and practical nursing modules.
• Lead and participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching activities.
• Contribute to design, development, and implementation of nursing curricula.
• Engage in research activities advancing knowledge in nursing science.
• Supervise research students and contribute to faculty research projects.

Skills

Teaching in HE

Postgraduate supervision

Curriculum development

Research dissemination

Clinical experience

Education

Masters in Nursing Science

SANC RN & Midwife registration

SANC Nurse Educator registration

Advanced Primary Health Care qualification

SANC assessor & moderator registration

Tools

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Job description

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

The purpose of the post is to facilitate and administer the learning process for students in theoretical and practical modules as presented by the Nelson Mandela University Nursing Science Department at undergraduate and postgraduate level, to participate in research, to contribute to the academic and community engagement as well as being involved in the core functions of the University.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

1. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and application of nursing theory, education, and primary health care nursing practices.
2. Lead and participate in the facilitation of learning and teaching activities at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
3. Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of nursing curricula at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels.
4. Engage in research activities that advance knowledge in nursing science.
5. Create and disseminate new knowledge through rigorous research and scholarly publications.
6. Build a national reputation through collaboration, consultation, and policy involvement in the field of nursing.
7. Supervise research students and contribute to faculty research projects, including interprofessional education initiatives.

CORE COMPETENCIES

1. Proficient in applying various teaching methods tailored to both undergraduate and relevant postgraduate programs.
2. Experience in facilitating learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
3. Knowledge and understanding of research theories and their applications, specifically within Nursing Science.
4. Knowledge in developing and implementing curricula at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
5. Experience in co-supervising postgraduate research candidates, contributing to their academic development.
6. Contribution to the creation and implementation of Short Learning Programs and other Continuing Development Programs.
7. Participation in seminars and contributing to various research outputs.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Master’s degree in nursing science.
• Registration with SANC as a registered nurse and midwife.
• Registration with SANC as a Nurse Educator.
• Additional qualification in Advanced Primary Health Care or related field
• Registration with SANC as an assessor and moderator.

Experience and skills.

• Minimum of three (3) years teaching experience in higher education or related nurse training institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years relevant clinical work experience.
• Evidence of postgraduate research supervision will be an advantage.
• Previous experience in developing new learning and teaching material on a postgraduate level will be an added advantage.