Lecturer: Portuguese

University of Pretoria; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Pretoria is looking for a Fixed-term Contract Lecturer in Portuguese to teach and supervise undergraduate modules. Responsibilities include developing modules and participating in strategic initiatives to enhance Portuguese and Lusophone Studies.

A Master’s degree in Portuguese or Lusophone Studies and teaching experience in Portuguese as a foreign language are essential. The role offers an opportunity to be part of the intellectual life of the Faculty of Humanities.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in Portuguese as a foreign language.
• Experience in curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Teaching and supervision of Portuguese modules at undergraduate level.
• Organising and developing modules as required.
• Participating in the department’s strategic initiatives for Portuguese and Lusophone Studies.

Skills

Native or near-native ability in Portuguese

Effective communication skills in English

Education

Master’s degree in Portuguese or Lusophone Studies

Job description

Department of Ancient and Modern Languages and Cultures, Faculty of Humanities, University of Pretoria

Fixed-term contract lecturer – Portuguese (five hours per week)

Responsibilities

• Teaching and supervision of Portuguese modules at undergraduate level;
• Organising and developing modules as required;
• Participating in the department’s strategic initiatives to develop a postgraduate programme for Portuguese and Lusophone Studies;
• Participating in the intellectual and public life of the Department, Faculty, and University.

Minimum Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Portuguese or Lusophone Studies or in Teaching Portuguese as a foreign language;
• Teaching experience in Portuguese as a foreign language;

Required Competencies

• A native or near-native ability in the Portuguese language;
• Appropriate language and communication skills, particularly in English.

Additional Advantages

• A doctoral degree in one of the above fields;
• A proven research and publication record in the applicable field;
• Competency to teach in more than one of the degree programmes offered within the Department of Ancient and Modern Languages and Cultures;
• Postgraduate teaching and supervision experience;
• Teaching experience in contemporary Lusophone literature;
• Qualification in translation studies at university level;
• Experience in curriculum development.

Benefits

The all-inclusive remuneration package for this contract position will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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. By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process. The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.