Job Description

Title of PositionLecturerPost Number8028579Faculty/DepartmentUniversity of the Western Cape -> Arts and Humanities -> SociologyType of PositionPermanent - Full TimeLength of Contract PeriodLocationMain Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)Closing Date28/7/2024Role Clarification & Key Performance AreasLecturer: SociologyFaculty of Arts and HumanitiesUniversity of the Western CapeThe Faculty of Arts and Humanities offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate learning programmes with wide-ranging, diverse and interdisciplinary approaches.is one of the largest departments in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities as students enjoy the engaging topics and critical debates on society and social theory which characterise our programmes across the undergraduate and postgraduate levels of study. These programmes are designed to encourage students to develop their sociological imagination, learn and apply sociological knowledge towards addressing various social issues in South Africa and further afield. Teaching in the Department of Sociology is informed by research as the academics are experts in their respective fields of research and scholarship.The Department is expanding its academic and research programmes and seeks to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced candidate to serve in the position of a Lecturer. Candidates with a strong background or interest in the field of health or medical sociology will be given preference.The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Facilitate learning and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, especially in the area of

. * Conduct research and publish in reputable scholarly outlets.

• Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate research supervision.
• Undertake curriculum development and assessment.
• Some administrative duties at departmental level e.g. co-ordination of module or departmental representative on faculty committee.
• Assist with academic leadership and administration.
• Participate in community engagement and outreach initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• Masters in Sociology
• Demonstrated experience (at least three years) in facilitating learning and teaching in higher education.
• A record of quality peer-reviewed publications. One (1) Publication in an accredited journal or an equivalent recognised output (including significant progress with PhD studies)
• Demonstrated experience in undergraduate and postgraduate research supervision.
• A record of academic conference presentations both locally and internationally.
• Evidence of integration of community engagement with learning and teaching and/or research.

Recommendation:

• Registered for a PhD or near completion of a PhD.

Key competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environment
• Student focused approach
• Coaching and mentoring skills
• Planning and organising skills
• Computer literacy and e-learning skills
• Knowledge and skills in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadership

In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae and the highest qualification to your online profile. To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/9763/9708/3551/3756 or email: e-recruitment@uwc.ac.zaDISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University's commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.

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