Senior Lecturer, Ecological & Zoological Sciences

University of the Free State; Phuthaditjhaba; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of the Free State invites applications for a Senior Lecturer (25 hours per week) in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, Department of Zoology and Entomology. The appointment is for one year on a contract basis, with duties spanning teaching, supervision, research and curriculum development.

We seek a PhD in Zoology or Ecology, proven HE teaching experience, strong publication record, and national/international recognition.

Qualifications

• PhD on NQF Level 10 in Zoology/Ecology or related discipline.
• Proven teaching experience in Higher Education.
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers/posters at national scholarly conferences.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in Zoological or Ecological fields.
• Proven research experience in ecological research within the zoological sciences.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Behavioural Ecology, Human Ecological Footprint and other ecology-focused modules in the Department.
• Provide supervision to postgraduate students as needed (Honours, Masters, and Doctoral levels).
• Publish research outputs in accredited national and international peer-reviewed journals.
• Contribute to curriculum development within the department.

Skills

Teaching experience

Conference presentations

Curriculum development

Postgraduate supervision

Research publications

Education

PhD in Zoology/Ecology

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The University of the Free State invites applications for a Senior Lecturer (25 hours per week) in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, Department of Zoology and Entomology. The appointment is for one year on a contract basis, with duties spanning teaching, supervision, research and curriculum development.

We seek a PhD in Zoology or Ecology, proven HE teaching experience, strong publication record, and national/international recognition.