Senior Lecturer In English (V000246)

North West University; Vanderbijlpark; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent South African university based in Vanderbijlpark is seeking a Senior Lecturer in English. The role focuses on teaching linguistics, supervising postgraduate students, and contributing to research. Candidates must possess a PhD in English Linguistics or Applied Linguistics, with at least three years of teaching experience, two published articles, and evidence of postgraduate supervision. The university offers opportunities for community engagement and research innovation.

Qualifications

• PhD required with a focus on English linguistics.
• 3+ years of experience in teaching and research.
• Minimum of 2 published articles in accredited journals.
• Evidence of post-graduate supervision experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach English linguistics at undergraduate and honours levels.
• Supervise M.A and PhD students in linguistics.
• Contribute to research output through publications.
• Engage in community projects relevant to linguistics.

Skills

Teaching English linguistics

Communication skills

Teamwork

Linguistic analysis

Technology use in teaching

Education

PhD in English Linguistics or English Applied Linguistics

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

LMS systems

MS Teams

Job description

Senior Lecturer In English (V000246) North West University•Vanderbijlpark, ZA

Job title: Senior Lecturer In English (V000246)

Job Location: Gauteng, Vanderbijlpark
Deadline: January 12, 2026

Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• To teach English linguistics (specifically syntax and morphology components). To lead the linguistics “division” of the English subject group at the Vanderbijlpark campus in terms of teaching & learning and research etc.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching and Learning

• Teach English linguistics modules at both undergraduate and honours level. These include the various core linguistic subdisciplines, but with a particular focus on syntax, morphology and semantics.
• Supervise M.A and PhD students in linguistics.
• Team teaching, student evaluations, assignments, tests and examinations, supervision of postgraduates.
• Complete related administrative tasks, such as managing marks and monitoring student progress.
• Set and mark assessments.
• Hold office hours for consultations with students.
• Attend meetings (with the subject group, teaching team, and/or module tutors).
• Act as module convenor across the three NWU sites.
• Moderate assessments internally.
• Manage records by maintaining module files for Internal and/or External Programme Evaluation.

Research and Innovation

• Contribute towards the research output of the School of Languages by publishing in accredited journals.
• Present at national and international conferences.

Social Responsiveness

• Be involved in relevant community engagement projects.

Occupational Health and Safety

• Corporate with management, OHS officials and colleagues to help everyone meet the legal requirements, whilst upholding and maintaining general occupational health and safety standards and practices.

Minimum Requirements

• A PhD (NQF level 10) in English Linguistics or English Applied Linguistics.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ teaching, learning and research experience at local or tertiary educational institution.
• A minimum of 2 published articles in accredited journals.
• Evidence of post-graduate supervision experience.

ADDED ADVANTAGE

• Membership of Local and/or International Linguistics Associations.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Excellent English language and communication skills.
• Be able to function effectively as part of a team and relate well with colleagues and peers.
• Be knowledgeable in the use of technology.
• Facilitation of blended teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, team teaching, student evaluations.
• Develop course material and assessments (formative and summative).
• Perform administrative tasks when required, attend workshops, seminars and conferences.
• Teach undergraduate classes and aid in the provision of postgraduate supervision.
• Excellent level of computer literacy and experience with LMS systems, MS Teams, Outlook, MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Competent knowledge of linguistic theory and the application thereof in English linguistic analysis.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to function as part of a team.
• Professional work ethic.
• Ability and willingness to work with a variety of students.
• Passionate and willingness to work with a variety of students.
• Adherence to deadlines.

Apply by: 11 December 2025