Lecturer - Department of Sociology and Industrial Sociology

Education and Training, Eastern Cape Grahamstown

R 378801 Annually

Lecturer in the Department of Sociology & Industrial Sociology (Three-year contract)

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence, Rhodes University especially encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups to apply. Spouses and Partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Please note that this appointment will be made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of RSA and the University’s recruitment and selection policies and equity strategies. The initial focus will be on equity candidates.

In terms of Immigration Legislation (Act No. 13 of 2002 & Regulations), international staff members (non-SA citizens) have to comply with the provisions of the Act. This therefore means that the period of employment to non-SA citizens will be guided by the validity period of the work permit.  In line with legislation governing employment of foreign nationals, employment contracts will be offered on the basis that a development plan would be implemented for the transfer of skills to a South African resident. The onus is on candidates to ensure that they are in possession of a valid work permit before the commencement of employment at the University, failing which the employment with Rhodes University will be terminated.

Requirements: 

We wish to appoint a scholar with at least a Masters’ degree in Sociology, preferably with a PhD or significant progress towards a PhD. Tutoring or facilitation experience is required. Ability to teach in development studies and one or more of the following disciplinary areas:  social theory and agrarian studies.

For additional information on the requirements, please refer to the Role Profile.

It is essential that prospective candidates read the role profile, further particulars relating to this post and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted. 

Very Important:

The system DOES NOT allow for multiple attachments. This means that candidates should submit all the documentation as one attachment for each application i.e. An application form, a letter of motivation which clearly indicates the level they are applying for, a comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications including academic transcripts.

The selection process that will be followed for this post including dates of short-listing, the interview etc, is contained in the document below. The Full Minimum Requirements against which candidates are to be measured are outlined in the requirements document. Please complete the application form and save it with your surname as the file name.

If you have any questions or experiencing challenges on the system, please contact Ms Ntosh Gongqa on 046 603 8616 or jobs-red@ru.ac.za

It is essential that prospective candidates read the role profile, further particulars relating to this post and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.  Failure to submit such documentation will result in an application not being considered. You can examine the following documents:

• Application Form Academic

• Curriculum Vitae Required Format- Academic

• Role Profile

• Further particulars about the post and the Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates must be available to be interviewed.

Remuneration

Lecturer:

Basic salary Pension/Provident fund: R378 801 per annum

Approximate cost to company: R496 159 per annum

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview.  Please apply online by accessing the Rhodes University Website.

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful

Other Benefits: funeral benefit, group life

Vacancy Type: Permanent