Senior History Lecturer

Placements24

Pretoria

On-site

ZAR 600,000 - 750,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits
Research allowance & funding
Access to library resources & archives
Sabbaticals & development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior History Lecturer in Pretoria to lead undergraduate courses, mentor students, and drive curriculum development within the history department.

The role emphasizes scholarly research, publication, and active participation in academic life, with opportunities for sabbaticals and professional development.

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in History or closely related field.
  • Proven research, publication, and scholarly contribution.
  • Demonstrated experience in university-level teaching and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver comprehensive undergraduate courses in various fields of history.
  • Conduct original scholarly research and publish findings in peer-reviewed academic journals.
  • Mentor and advise students on academic matters, research projects, and career paths.
  • Contribute to departmental activities, including curriculum review and committee work.
  • Supervise postgraduate student theses and dissertations where applicable.

Skills

University teaching
Curriculum development
Mentoring students
Lecturing & presentation
Research collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in History

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and passionate Senior History Lecturer to join their esteemed academic department in Pretoria . This position requires a dedicated academic professional to lead undergraduate courses, conduct scholarly research, and contribute to the intellectual life of the university. You will be responsible for developing and delivering engaging lectures, mentoring students, and contributing to curriculum development within the history faculty. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of historical scholarship, a commitment to teaching excellence, and a strong record of academic research and publication.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and deliver comprehensive undergraduate courses in various fields of history.
  • Conduct original scholarly research and publish findings in peer-reviewed academic journals.
  • Mentor and advise students on academic matters, research projects, and career paths.
  • Contribute to departmental activities, including curriculum review and committee work.
  • Supervise postgraduate student theses and dissertations where applicable.
Requirements
  • Ph.D. in History or a closely related field.
  • A strong record of academic research, publication, and scholarly contribution.
  • Demonstrated experience in university-level teaching and curriculum development.
  • Excellent lecturing and presentation skills .
  • Ability to engage students in critical historical analysis and debate.
Benefits
  • Competitive annual salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Generous research allowance and funding opportunities.
  • Access to extensive university library resources and archives.
  • Opportunities for sabbaticals and professional development.
  • A vibrant academic community fostering research and intellectual exchange.
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