Part Time Lecturer - Introduction To Research (ICT)

ADvTECH; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

An esteemed educational institution in Limpopo, Polokwane seeks a Part Time Lecturer for the Introduction to Research module. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's Degree focusing on research methodologies and have experience in lecturing or tutoring. Responsibilities include delivering lectures, engaging students, and supporting at-risk students, alongside performing academic professional development. Ideal for candidates looking to make a significant impact in higher education environments.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree that includes a research methodology subject.
• 6 to 24 months of lecturing or formal tutoring experience.
• 6 to 24 months of industry-specific experience in area of specialization.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures based on module-specific requirements.
• Engage and prepare students for assessments.
• Support at-risk students and manage academic resources.
• Participate in academic meetings and monitor student engagement.

Skills

Knowledge of South African higher education systems

Understanding of Teaching and Learning theory

Ability to provide student support services

Proficiency with digital academic platforms

Time management

Education

Master's Degree with research methodology

Job description

Part Time Lecturer - Introduction To Research (ICT) ADvTECH • Polokwane, ZA

Job title: Part Time Lecturer - Introduction To Research (ICT)

Job Location: Limpopo, Polokwane
Deadline: January 04, 2026

Job Purpose:

• To teach / lecture an agreed number of hours based on module specialisation requirements. To engage and prepare students for assessments by tracking module pacers, identifying and supporting at risk students, managing general student administrative support, and developing assessments by engaging with the Central Academic Team. Assisting the Programme Coordinator in tracking and analysing of academic results to evaluate the performance of the module and to identify “at risk modules.”

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Deliver lectures and engage students based on module-specific requirements in line with module pacers.
• Manage resources including academic materials and consulting with the Information Centre.
• Update learning management system and provide feedback to students.
• Engage and prepare students for assessments, identify at risk students, and develop assessments in accordance with Central Academic Team briefings.
• Monitor student engagement as well as assessment submission with relevant escalation.
• Attend and participate in academic meetings across all faculties.
• Reflect on, review, and analyse student module results.
• Support the monitoring of at-risk students in modules assigned to lecture.
• Academic Professional Development: complete a set number of academic professional development interventions per academic cycle (one year) that contribute to the improvement of the Brand’s Teaching‑Learning practice and personal professional academic status.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master's Degree that includes a research methodology subject with exposure to a range of research methodologies e.g., both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methodologies. A research dissertation/project in the discipline of the programme on which the module is being offered and to which the lecturer will be assigned.
• 6 to 24 months Lecturing or Formal Tutoring
• 6 to 24 months of industry-specific experience in area of specialisation will be advantageous.

Key Competencies:

• Knowledge and understanding of the South African higher education systems and regulatory framework.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Teaching and Learning theory and interventions.
• The ability to provide student support services.
• The ability to work with and learn more about digitalised academic platforms.
• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
• Ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Deadline oriented and can work well under pressure.
• Ability to manage time effectively.