Lecturer: Oncology and Palliative Care

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Peninsula University of Technology invites applications for a Lecturer in Oncology and Palliative Care. The role involves academic and clinical teaching, assessments, and coordination within the department, in a work-integrated learning environment.

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s in Nursing Sciences (or equivalent), be registered with SANC as a professional nurse and nurse educator, and have postgraduate qualifications in Oncology and Palliative Nursing.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing Sciences or equivalent qualification.
• At least two years lecturing experience and/or 4 years clinical teaching experience in nursing.
• Proof of registration with the South African Nursing Council as a professional nurse and midwife.
• Proof of registration with the South African Nursing Council as a nurse educator.
• A postgraduate qualification in Oncology and Palliative Nursing.
• Possession of a driver’s license is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lecturer in the Oncology and Palliative programme as offered in the department.
• Partaking in skill laboratory activities and assessments in line with SANC requirements.
• Curriculum development and theoretical and clinical teaching and assessments.
• Implement and monitor academic and clinical records and progress of students.
• Academic administration from admissions to graduation.
• Adhere to quality assurance principles in the Department’s programmes.
• Engage in professional development and research projects.

Skills

Lecturing experience

Clinical teaching

MS Office 365

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing Sciences

Postgraduate qualification in Oncology and Palliative Nursing

SANC registration as professional nurse

SANC registration as nurse educator

Job description

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Job Title

Lecturer: Oncology and Palliative Care

Faculty

Health & Wellness Sciences

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Health & Wellness Sciences -> Nursing

Campus/ Location

Job Type

Permanent

Occupational Function

Number of Positions

1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

20/11/2026

Job Purpose

To conduct academic and clinical teaching and assessments according to a set syllabus of the Oncology and Palliative Care programme. To assist in simulation laboratory self-study activities, to support the department and faculty in pursuit of achieving its academic objectives, academic administration from student admissions with SANC records to graduation, and to contribute to academic initiatives undertaken by the faculty to enhance a teaching and work-integrated learning environment. Work in the programme coordination structure of the Department and, teach in the post-basic programmes.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Master’s degree in Nursing Sciences or equivalent qualification.
• At least two (2) years lecturing experience and/or 4 years clinical teaching experience in the nursing discipline(Preference will be given to applicants with lecturing experience).
• Proof of registration with the South African Nursing Council as a professional nurse and midwife.
• Proof of registration with the South African Nursing Council as a nurse educator.
• A postgraduate qualification in Oncology and Palliative Nursing.
• Possession of a driver’s license is an added advantage.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Lecturer in the Oncology and Palliative programme as offered in the department.
• Partaking in skill laboratory activities and assessments in line with SANC requirements, following the nursing standards, coordination of laboratory and clinical placement rosters of staff and students.
• Curriculum development and theoretical and clinical teaching and assessments in the programme through e.g. monitoring and reporting.
• Implement and monitor academicand clinical records and progress of students according to SANC regulations.
• Academic administration from admissions to graduation.
• Adhere to quality assurance principles in the undergraduate, postgraduate programmes and short courses offered in the Department.
• Academic and clinical development of student learner nurses within a work-integrated learning and mobile learning situation.
• Assist in the Department with educational activities where a need is identified by the HoD, to enhance quality in the delivery of programmes.
• Participate in community development projects and portfolios in the department.
• Engage in professional development sessions and research projects.
• Good Administrative and Organisational skills (record keeping, etc.).
• Appropriate level of academic and clinical knowledge in Oncology and Palliative Nursing.
• Ensure the classroom and clinical education settings used for teaching are well-equipped.
• Ability to work independently and in a team as a role model.
• Demonstrate planning, organising, leadership and control skills to assist in tasks related to the admission of students to completion of their studies.
• Computer literacy and implementation thereof in education settings, along with portfolio implementation under or as a program coordinator and within the Department.
• Strong learner-centred approach and with strong work ethic.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365.

General Information

Closing Date:20 November 2026

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

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