Senior Lecturer in IsiNdebele

University of Pretoria / Universiteit van Pretoria; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Gauteng, Pretoria seeks a Senior Lecturer in IsiNdebele. The role involves teaching and developing courses, supervising postgraduate research, and conducting research. Candidates must possess a Doctoral qualification specializing in isiNdebele, teaching experience, and a track record of research productivity. The position offers a chance to actively contribute to the Department’s academic initiatives.

Qualifications

• A Doctoral qualification focusing on isiNdebele is required.
• Teaching experience at a tertiary institution is necessary.
• Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision must be shown.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in isiNdebele.
• Supervise postgraduate research and contribute to the Department's research.
• Participate in academic management and administrative duties.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research productivity

Supervision of postgraduate research

Education

Doctoral qualification with specialization in isiNdebele

Job description

Job Summary

Job title: Senior Lecturer in IsiNdebele

Job Location: Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline: October 26, 2025

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop undergraduate and postgraduate courses in linguistics / grammar and literature in isiNdebele;
• Supervise postgraduate research, appropriate to the post level;
• Conduct research commensurate with the level of appointment and actively contribute to the Department’s research profile;
• Perform various academic and administrative duties as determined by the Head of Department;
• Participate in the Department’s strategic initiatives relating to teaching, research, and community engagement;
• Participate in academic management, administration, and other duties as required by the Head of the Department.

Minimum Requirements

• A Doctoral qualification with specialization in isiNdebele;
• Teaching experience at a tertiary institution;
• Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision;
• Evidence of research productivity (e.g., conference presentations and publications in peer-reviewed journals);
• Academic administration experience.