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Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor in the Department of Fine Art - Re-advertisementRecognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.The Fine Art Department is seeking to appoint someone at Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor level and invites suitably qualified candidates to apply.Requirements:The post is in the Fine Art Practice section of the Department, and the successful applicant will be expected to:Take responsibility for the Fine Art Practice 1 courses, teaching (or co-teaching) across a range of assignments in different art-making media areas, and managing all aspects of course co-ordination and related studio administration. * Contribute at the more senior levels (including postgraduate supervision) in a manner commensurate with their experience and expertise.

• Contribute to the Fine Art Departments rich and varied portfolio of practice-based and practice-led research.

Lecturer: A Masters degree in Fine Art/Visual Arts, with reasonable progress being made towards a PhD in Fine Art/Visual Arts (practice-based or practice-led) and with a commitment to complete the PhD within the probationary period. Applicants must have an ability to teach in the subject of Fine Art/Visual Arts studio practice. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching ability and technical competency across a range of art-making media areas (such as drawing, painting, sculpture, printmedia, digital arts and photography).Senior Lecturer: A PhD in Fine Art/Visual Arts (practice-based or practice-led) is preferred. Candidates with a Masters degree in Fine Art/Visual Arts, with proof of PhD under examination may also be considered. Candidates will need to provide proof of having passed the PhD examination by the time of appointment. Applicants must have teaching experience at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, in the subject of Fine Art/Visual Arts studio practice. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience and technical competency across a range of art-making media areas (such as drawing, painting, sculpture, printmedia, digital arts and photography).Associate Professor/Professor: A PhD in Fine Art/Visual Arts (practice-based or practice-led) is required. Applicants must have considerable teaching experience at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, in the subject of Fine Art/Visual Arts studio practice. Preference will be given to candidates with extensive teaching experience and technical competency across a range of art-making media areas (such as drawing, painting, sculpture, printmedia, digital arts and photography).For additional requirements, please refer to the Educational requirements and experience in the academic role profile below.Application process:The following documents are required:A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications, including academic transcripts;A substantial motivation which tells us:Your research trajectory.Your teaching approach and experience.The level you are applying for, your interest in the post and suitability in light of the requirements.It is essential that prospective candidates read the academic , and 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.If you have any questions or experiencing challenges on the system, please contactShortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date. Shortlisted candidates should note that they will be required to submit a portfolio or link to portfolio of practical work prior to the interview process.Remuneration:Lecturer:Annual Basic salary: R600 141 per annumApproximate annual cost to company: R782 346 per annumSenior Lecturer:Annual Basic salary: R742 411 per annumApproximate annual cost to company: R958 719 per annumAssociate Professor:Annual Basic salary: R887 318 per annumApproximate annual cost to company: R1 138 361 per annumProfessor:Annual Basic salary: R1 086 915 per annumApproximate annual cost to company: R1 385 804 per annumAll applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three-years. 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.Rhodes University has a vaccination mandate as part of its Conditions of Service. The implementation of the vaccine mandate has been held in abeyance from 01 January 2023. Should the COVID-19 situation change in a way that the number of cases of COVID-19 pose a threat to the University, the implementation of the Vaccine Mandate will be re-activated and all staff would be required to be fully vaccinated.Closing Date: 07 April 2024If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the Universitys recruitment and selection policies.

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