Lecturer: Multimedia Studies - Department of Information Science

DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION SCIENCE

LECTURER: MULTIMEDIA STUDIES

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 responsible for:

• Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching;
• Supervising honours and master's students;
• Conducting research and publishing research articles in internationally accredited journals;
• Performing assigned departmental duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Master's degree in Multimedia Studies;
• Proof of one article submission to an accredited journal;
• Teaching experience in Multimedia Studies at a tertiary level.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Appropriate communication skills;
• Good time management skills;
• Appropriate teaching and research skills.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Progress with a PhD related to Multimedia Studies;
• A research focus on game studies;
• Experience of curriculum development;
• Knowledge of web-based technologies.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online.

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: 4 March 2019

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

ENQUIRIES: Ms Ronel Gropp, Tel: (012) 420 4270

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 May 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.