Job Description

This post was previously advertised as Job ID 5772 and Job ID 5817. All applications received in response to the previous advertisements will automatically be considered again. Previous applicants therefore do not need to reapply.KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.Duties and responsibilities:

• Teach, assess, and coordinate modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Sociology.
• Provide study guidance and supervision to postgraduate students.
• Contribute to programme development and curriculum review within the Department and the Faculty of Humanities.
• Active participation and involvement in applicable UFS management structures.
• Contribute to building an effective team of scholars.
• Initiate, conduct, and sustain high-level research.
• Disseminate recognised research through appropriate channels, including publishing manuscripts in accredited journals and participating in workshops, peer-reviewed conferences, and symposia in Sociology.
• Establish reciprocal relationships between scholarly engagement, research, and teaching activities.
• Maintain continued professional development and evaluation of practice relating to learning, teaching, and assessment in line with qualifications, experience, changes in the subject discipline, pedagogic development, and innovation in learning technology.
• Perform administrative and leadership responsibilities for learning, teaching, research, and scholarly engagement.
• Contribute towards creating a strong African Sociology academic identity.

Inherent Job Requirements:

• A PhD in Sociology on NQF Level 10.
• A minimum of five years (5) lecturing experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels at the university level.
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers at national scholarly conferences.
• An NRF rating or equivalent or demonstrate potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
• Proven experience in the supervision of graduated master's students.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in accredited national and/or international journals.
• Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society, committee, or agency concerned with research at higher education levels.

Recommendations:

• A strong teaching focus on social theory and social research methods.
• Research expertise and teaching experience in one or more of our research clusters: 1) decolonisation, race, ethnicity, and transformation; 2) gender, health, and labour; 3) local and participatory governance; 4) migration, environment, and population studies; or 5) digital sociology.

CompetenciesKey Competencies Required:

• Results oriented.

- The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
- The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.

• Strategic thinking.

- The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.

• Business Acumen:

- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Proficient in using MS Office.

• Leading.

- The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.

• Building coalitions

- The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.Required DocumentsPlease ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.

• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• Copies of all academic records (applicable where inherently required).
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driver's license (if applicable).
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

Assumption of duties:
As soon as possible.Closing date:
6 October 2024Salary:
The salary is available on request.Fringe benefits:
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact me at 051 401 9813 or email at PhokaR@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9857 / 9810 / 9814 for assistance.General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at : EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdfThe University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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