Lecturer - Language and Study Skills

Language and Study Skills (LST) Lecturer (Contract appointment until 31 December 2019)

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be required to:

• Lecture LST content in the UP Foundation Programmes;
• Create material, as directed by the Course Co-ordinator or as self-identified as important, for classes, workbooks, and online platforms, so as to optimise the teaching of LST by means of a blended learning model;
• Participate in the planning and implementation of subject assignments aimed at integrating learning with the community in which the Mamelodi Campus is located (either at micro- or macro-level) so as to practically apply subject outcomes to society/the community;
• Perform administration related to the effective running of the LST subject;
• Conduct research in the field of academic literacy (or related field), and publish on this research.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Master's degree in Academic Literacy, Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Applied Language Studies, English or a related field;
• At least one year's experience (part-time will be considered) in teaching or tutoring Academic Literacy or a related field;
• A language skills test must be written, and passed at the prescribed level, for the incumbent to be considered for the position.

 

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Knowledge in the field of Academic Literacy, and/or teaching English to speakers of other languages;
• Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) skills to effectively develop material, administrate class lists and marks, calculate student marks, and create presentations;
• Ability to use ClickUP effectively as part of a blended learning strategy;
• Ability to use other online platforms effectively as part of an blended learning strategy;
• Ability to collaborate with fellow lecturers, so as to work together as a cohesive team;
• Patience and understanding towards students who are at-risk, and who might need additional guidance;
• Ability to complete work on time, as per due dates set by the Course Co-ordinator;
• Ability to produce work of excellent quality that will contribute to the advancement of LST in the UP Foundation Programmes.

 

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• A PhD in Academic Literacy, Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Applied Language Studies, English or a related field;
• At least two years' experience lecturing Academic Literacy at a tertiary institution.

 

PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates will be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.

The all-inclusive remuneration package for this contract position will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines.

In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);
• Self-evaluation.

 

CLOSING DATE: 3 January 2019

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Dr I Fouché, Tel: (012) 842 3645 / 3430

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­31 March 2019, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

 

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.