Lecturer (Two - year contract)

University of the Western Cape; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of the Western Cape invites applications for a Lecturer (Two-year contract) in the School of Pharmacy, within the Faculty of Natural Sciences. The role focuses on pharmaceutics teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, while conducting research in nanomedicine and infectious diseases.

The successful candidate will supervise students, contribute to program development, and participate in community engagement.

Qualifications

• A BPharm and a Master’s degree in Pharmaceutics or Pharmaceutical Sciences.
• Teaching experience with a student centred and innovative approach towards teaching and learning.
• Record of publication or presentation of research.
• Some experience of supervision or mentorship of students at undergraduate or postgraduate level.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in pharmaceutics.
• Conduct research and publish in the field of nanomedicine and infectious diseases.
• Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision.
• Manage administrative responsibilities related to teaching, research, and student support.
• Contribute to the development, assessment, and continuous improvement of the academic program.
• Participate in community engagement and outreach.

Skills

Teaching experience

Student-centred teaching

Publication record

Supervision experience

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

BPharm and Master’s degree in Pharmaceutics or Pharmaceutical Sciences

PhD in pharmaceutical sciences (advantage)

Job description

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Title of Position

Lecturer (Two - year contract)

Post Number

T180

Faculty/Department

University of the Western Cape -> Natural Sciences -> School of Pharmacy

Type of Position

Fixed Term Contract

Length of Contract Period

2 Years

Location

Closing Date

30/9/2026

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a vibrant, diverse and dynamic university, rooted in the African continent with an increasing global reach. UWC actively responds in critical and creative ways to the development needs of the country, within an ever-changing and challenging global context.

The Faculty of Natural Sciences at the University of the Western Cape is internationally recognised for its excellence in teaching and research. The faculty comprises nine academic departments, a School of Pharmacy and a number of world-class research institutes and centres. The faculty offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in the major scientific disciplines and a professional degree in Pharmacy.

The School of Pharmacy at the University of the Western Cape is dedicated to delivering excellent education across all disciplines that form the foundation of the Pharmacy profession, supported by a strong scientific base and active research. The School of Pharmacy is seeking to appoint an experienced pharmaceutical scientist to complement and enhance both teaching and research expertise in Pharmaceutics, under the SARChI in Nanomedicine and Infectious Diseases.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Facilitate learning and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in pharmaceutics
• Conduct research and publish in the field of nanomedicine and infectious diseases.
• Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision.
• Manage administrative responsibilities related to teaching, research, and student support.
• Contribute to the development, assessment, and continuous improvement of the academic program.
• Participate in community engagement and outreach.
• A BPharm and a Master’s degree in Pharmaceutics or Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Teaching experience with a student centred and innovative approach towards teaching and learning.
• Record of publication or presentation of research.
• Some experience of supervision or mentorship of students at undergraduate or postgraduate level.

Advantages for the appointment:

• A PhD in pharmaceutical sciences or related field. Candidates who are in the advanced stages of their PhD, having demonstrated significant progress toward completion, will also be considered favourably.
• A track record of research in nanomedicine.
• A track record of developing research projects and securing funding.
• Verbal and written communication skills in English for teaching, research, and professional engagement.
• Ability to engage and train students, and provide academic supervision at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Proficiency in conducting research, analyzing data, and contributing to scholarly publications.
• Ability to manage academic, research, and administrative responsibilities efficiently.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.

DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.