Lecturer: School of Engineering (Part-time)

Varsity College; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

Join an esteemed educational institution as a part-time lecturer in the Faculty of Engineering. This role offers the opportunity to inspire and educate future engineers in various core modules, including Civil Engineering Design and Engineering Mathematics. You'll engage with students through lectures, tutorials, and workshops, while also developing module materials and assessing student performance. If you have a Master's degree and a passion for teaching, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in higher education. Embrace the chance to shape the minds of the next generation of engineers in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; ECSA registration is advantageous.
• 3+ years of lecturing experience in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials, and workshops.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to students.
• Coordinate modules and ensure quality assurance.

Skills

Effective lecturing

E-learning platforms (Blackboard, Moodle)

Strong communication skills

Curriculum design

Education

Master's degree in relevant disciplines

Tools

Blackboard

Moodle

Job description

Direct Reporting Line:

Head of Engineering

About Varsity College

Varsity College is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE is renowned for being at the forefront of private higher education in South Africa and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to offer accredited higher education qualifications through the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

Position Overview

The IIE Varsity College, Westville Campus, is seeking to expand its database of Part-Time Lecturers in the Faculty of Engineering for the IIE Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering - BEng Civil. We are recruiting for the following modules:

• Earth Sciences 1B (ESCI5112)
• Engineering Mathematics 1A/1B/2A (EMTH5111/EMTH5112/EMTH6211)
• Engineering Mechanics 1B/2A (EMEC5112/EMEC6211)
• Civil Engineering Design 1A/1B/2A/2B (CIED5111/CIED5112/CIED6211/CIED6212)
• Society and Practice 1A/1B/2A/2B (SAPR5111/SAPR5112/SAPR6211/SAPR6212)
• Engineering Physics 1A (EPHY5111)
• Engineering Chemistry 1A (ECHE5111)
• Engineering Materials 2A (EMAT6211)
• Geotechnical Engineering 2B (GEOT6212)
• Rural and Urban Infrastructure 2B (RUIN6212)
• Structural Engineering 2B (STRU6212)
• Water Engineering 2B (WAEN6212)

Key Performance Areas

• Preparation and delivery of lectures, tutorials, workshops, and seminars
• Providing study guidance, learning support, consultation, and mentoring to students
• Development of module materials, including online and web-based resources
• Marking and grading assessments
• Module coordination and quality assurance
• Administrative functions related to teaching modules
• Participation in relevant committees, workshops, and task groups
• Other duties as assigned

Other Job Requirements

• Effective lecturing, tutorials, and seminars at tertiary level in core courses at the highest academic level
• Experience with e-learning platforms such as Blackboard and Moodle
• Up-to-date knowledge of curriculum content at the highest academic level
• Ability to design, set, and evaluate assessments appropriately
• Strong verbal, written, and electronic communication skills
• High-level administrative capabilities

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in relevant disciplines
• Professional registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) is advantageous

Minimum Work Experience

• At least 3 years of lecturing experience in a similar higher education role

Working Conditions

• This is a part-time role
• Lectures are scheduled between 08:00 and 17:00
• Preference given to South African Citizens and Permanent Residents with proof of status

Application Process

• Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely match the requirements will be contacted due to high application volume

Technical Support

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Varsity College, IIE Vega, and IIE MSA are equal opportunity employers. Preference may be given to underrepresented groups as per South African Employment Equity Act. The employer reserves the right to close or suspend the vacancy at any time without notice.