Professor Potchefstroom

North-West University; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) invites applications for an Associate Professor/Professor in the Faculty of Education, School of Professional Studies in Education. This permanent position requires leading teaching and supervision for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, driving research output and strategic projects.

The candidate will contribute to research initiatives, supervise postgraduate studies, and engage in community service and professional development activities as

Qualifications

• PhD in Curriculum Studies (NQF level 9) is required and a minimum of 3 years’ teaching in higher education.
• Author of a substantial number of quality accredited publications (articles/books/chapters).
• Experience leading and participating in research projects is preferable.
• Supervision of completed masters and PhD studies is expected.

Responsibilities

• Teach Undergraduate Modules.
• Teach and supervise postgraduate students.
• Engage in research publications and dissemination.
• Contribute to community service and outreach.

Skills

Leadership in field

Research networking

Community engagement

Team player

Education

PhD in Curriculum Studies (NQF level 9)

Job description

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)

FACULTY: FACULTY OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT: SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES IN EDUCATION
POSITION NUMBER: P000510
VACANCY: ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR
PEROMNES GRADE: A5 / A6
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT

Duties & Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching Undergraduate Modules
• Teaching and Supervision: Postgraduate
• Research Publications
• Community Service
• Study Guide and Material Development
• Support of Research Entity
• Initiating and Planning of Strategic Research Initiatives

Desired Experience & Qualification

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A PhD in Curriculum Studies (NQF level 9).
• A minimum of 3 years’ proven and comprehensive teaching experience in higher education.
• Author of a substantial number of quality accredited research articles/books/chapters in the field.
• Leading and participating in research projects is preferable.
• Supervisor of completed masters and PhD studies.

Functional / Technical Competencies (Knowledge and Skills):

• Have a proven record of presenting at/attending relevant national and international conferences.
• Demonstrate leadership in the field.
• Involvement in teaching and/or research activities at community level.
• Record of national and international networking, collaboration, and recognition.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Team worker.
• Good interpersonal relations.

Remuneration:
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof Erika Serfontein 016 910 3458

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Rouzenne Slambert 018 285 2861

CLOSING DATE: 21 April 2024
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.