Lecturer Senior Lecturer (Occupational Health Nursing) Job ID 6241

UFS; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A university in Bloemfontein is seeking a qualified Lecturer in Nursing to teach and supervise students while conducting research. Candidates should hold a PhD or Master's in Nursing and have experience in teaching and research. The position offers fringe benefits such as a pension scheme and medical aid. Applications close on 30 September 2025.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Medical aid scheme

Housing allowance

Study benefits

Qualifications

• PhD degree on NQF Level 10 in Nursing required for permanent appointment.
• Registered as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council.
• Proven experience in teaching and research in Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate Nursing programmes.
• Conduct research and publish findings.
• Supervise clinical practice and research projects.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Supervision

Presentation

Grant writing

Education

PhD in Nursing

Masters degree in Nursing

Professional Bachelors degree in Nursing

Job description

Description

Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website. Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues we recommend merging documents before submitting. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

To ensure your application is complete you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements as well as the following standard documentation:

A detailed Curriculum Vitae.

Copies of your qualifications or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications please include SAQA accreditation).

A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).

Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter of appointment, contract, service certificate or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for teaching and learning in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the relevant field, including lectures, tutorials, practical classes, preparation, presentation, assessments and seminars.
• Coordinate and lecture modules in applicable fields.
• Provide clinical supervision of students within the applicable field and relevant fields.
• Provide support for skills development within the applicable field and relevant fields.
• Provide supervision for undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
• Contribute to relevant development within the curriculum.
• Maintain a scholarly profile in an academic department.
• Conduct research with outputs such as publications and presentations of research.
• Participate in national and/or international fora to share research results.
• Identify and access funding sources to support own research and that of colleagues and postgraduate students.
• Update knowledge and understanding in the field of specialisation.
• Actively participate in the research focus areas of the Department.

Inherent requirements

Lecturer

• A PhD degree on NQF Level 10 in Nursing (for a permanent appointment).
• or a Masters degree on NQF Level 9 in Nursing (contract appointment: five (5) years during which a doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Nursing MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position).
• A Professional Bachelors degree on NQF Level 8 in Nursing or an equivalent qualification (attach a copy).
• Registered at the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse General (General Psychiatry Community) and Midwife / Accoucheur (attach a copy).
• An additional qualification in Nursing Education and registered as such with SANC (attach a copy).
• An additional qualification in Occupational Health Nursing and registered as such with SANC (attach a copy).
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Provide evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record (attach a copy).
• Proven clinical experience after basic training.

Senior Lecturer

• PhD on NQF Level 10 in Nursing.
• A Professional Bachelors degree on NQF Level 8 in Nursing or an equivalent qualification (attach a copy).
• Registered at the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse General (General Psychiatry Community) and Midwife / Accoucheur (attach a copy).
• An additional qualification in Nursing Education and registered as such with SANC (attach a copy).
• An additional qualification in Occupational Health Nursing or Peri-operative Nursing Care and registered as such with SANC (attach a copy).
• Proven experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Nursing.
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers at national scholarly conferences.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
• Demonstrate potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
• Proven experience in supervision of graduated masters degree students.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
• Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society, committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels.
• Proven clinical experience after basic training.

Recommendations

• Experience in the higher education environment.
• Experience in grant writing.
• NRF rated.

Requirements

Required competencies

• Results oriented: The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals and to work to achieve success. The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
• Strategic thinking: The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection and approach work in a neat and organized manner. The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
• Business acumen: The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations. Proficient in using MS Office.
• Leading: The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm. The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
• Building coalitions: The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others. The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Assumption of duties

As soon as possible.

Closing date : 30 September 2025.

Salary : The salary is available on request.

Fringe benefits : (Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries : For enquiries please contact or email. Additionally kindly contact / 9813 / 2979 for assistance.

General : The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to diversity and redress, in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available on request.

The University processes personal information in line with POPIA. The University will treat personal information as confidential and processed accordingly.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If not contacted within six weeks of the closing date, you may assume your application was unsuccessful.

Experience: Junior IC

Key Skills: Machine Shop, IT Sales, Client Services, FMCG, Contract

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1