Company Name : University of Zululand
Job Title : Senior Lecturer
Department : Mathematics, Science And Technology
Closing Date: 09 October 2016
Post Number: EM15 – Grade 7
Website : http://www.unizulu.ac.za/
Guideline : https://www.southafricain.com/uploads/994-Senior-Lecturer.pdf
Mathematics Senior Lecturer :
** The main purpose of this position is to teach, conduct research, supervise research and lead in the field of specialty (Mathametics, Science and Technology Education) and engage in community activities.
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Key Activities :
• Ability to supervise and mentor postgraduate students at Masters and Doctoral levels
• Publications of research articles
• Mentoring students and colleagues within the department for academic writing
• Ability to integrate community engagement activities with research
• Introduce new community engagement initiatives.
Minimum Requirements :
• PhD in Mathematics Education, M Ed and B Ed consisting of two years of B Sc mathematics content or PhD in Mathematics Education, M Ed, PGCE and B Sc in Mathematics.
• Either :
• Competence in communicating knowledge and facilitating teaching and learning in a lecture, seminar, tutorial and/or practical or laboratory environment; in assessment practices; potential to engage in curriculum design and development, and a demonstrated ability to undertake research; or
• A thorough understanding of fundamental research methodology and competence in facilitating research tutorials/seminars and practical sessions; and/or undertaking research projects, production of research reports and conduction of tutorials and/or practical sessions.
• Ability or potential to supervise research and develop research capacity.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake administrative responsibilities at departmental or institutional levels.
Advantages :
• Recognised by the academic community for producing sound scholarship in teaching and research.
Other Requirements Skills :
• Presentation Skills.
• Postgraduate Supervision Skills.
• Computer skills.
Knowledge :
• Sustained publication record in peer reviewed journals or invited presentations.
• Recognition for advanced teaching practice and evidence of mentoring.
• Sound knowledge about teacher education and teacher development in South Africa.
• Substantial teaching experience at University level having designed new and innovative modules/pathways or assessment methods.
• Contribution to a wider range of administrative tasks at a more strategic level.
• Proven ability to plan and deliver program of research and develop techniques, sources of funding.
Behaviors :
• Self-motivated.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Accountability.
• Reliability/dependability.
• Committed to students and their learning
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Professionalism
• Quality orientation
How to Apply :
** To apply please log on to PNET (.pnet.co.za) and submit your application.
** The University will not accept any applications directly or through any other means.
** Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements, as specified above, will not be considered and should not apply.
** Please note In terms of the Universities recruitment policy preference will be given to South African Citizens.
** UNIZULU is committed to employment equity and equal opportunity.
Contact Address :
The Registrar
University of Zululand
Private Bag X1001
Kwadlangezwa
3886