Job Description

Title of PositionProfessorPost Number8027240Faculty/DepartmentUniversity of the Western Cape -> Arts and Humanities -> SociologyType of PositionPermanent - Full TimeLength of Contract PeriodLocationMain Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)Closing Date14/7/2024Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas/ Associate Professor in 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 contemporary 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 hence we seek to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced candidate to serve in the position of professor or associate in sociology.The successful candidate for the position will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
graduate and postgraduate levels in sociology theories and research methodologies, especially quantitative or mixed methods research. * Conduct research and publish in reputable scholarly outlets.

• Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision.
• Provide academic leadership and administration.
• Undertake curriculum development and assessment.
• Evidence of integration of community engagement.

Minimum RequirementsMinimum Requirements: Professor

• Demonstrated experience (at least ten [10] years) in facilitating learning and teaching in higher education.
• A record of quality peer reviewed publications - at least 18 articles in accredited journals and/or books or chapters in books published by reputable presses, or equivalent recognised outputs.
• A record of academic conference presentations both locally and internationally.
• A record of successful postgraduate supervision, including graduated Master's and PhD students.
• Evidence of expertise, national standing, and definite international presence in his/her/their field of research.
• Evidence of ability to obtain research grants.
• Recommendation:
• An NRF rating or a demonstrated potential to obtain a rating.

Minimum Requirements: Associate ProfessorAssociate Professor: The successful applicant must have a PhD in Sociology as well as a strong record of publications, research, teaching, supervision and the running of research projects at university level. Experience in academic leadership will serve as a recommendation.

• PhD in Sociology.
• Demonstrated experience (at least eight [8] years) in facilitating learning and teaching in higher education.
• A record of quality peer reviewed publications - at least 15 articles in accredited journals and/or books or chapters in books published by reputable presses, or equivalent recognised outputs.
• A record of academic conference presentations both locally and internationally.
• A record of successful postgraduate supervision, including graduated Master's and preferably PhD students.
• Evidence of expertise, national standing, and definite international presence in his/her/their field of research.
• Evidence of the integration of community engagement for societal impact with learning and teaching and/or research.

Key Competencies: Professor / Associate Professor

• 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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