FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY
BIOKINETICS AND SPORT SCIENCE DIVISION
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
LECTURER (ONE POST)
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
- Teach undergraduate- and postgraduate courses in biokinetics and/or sport science;
- Play an active role as academic nationally and internationally;
- Conduct departmental- and academic-related activities and responsibilities;
- Be involved in clinical training of undergraduate and postgraduate students;
- Mentor and supervise postgraduate students;
- Conduct collaborative research in their research specialisation area;
- Participate in community engagement and service delivery;
- Comply and assist with the Health Professions Council of South Africas (HPCSA) directives and minimum standards.
- A Masters degree in Biokinetics, Sport Science or equivalent;
- Minimum of two publications in accredited peer review journals.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES) :
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office, (Word, Excel, Power-Point);
- Interpersonal- and mentoring skills;
- The ability to work independently and in a team.
- At least 1-year teaching experience including tutoring;
- At least 2 years work experience is recommended in the field of biokinetics, sport science or equivalent;
- current registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa is required for qualified Biokineticist;
- Illustrate potential to become an established researcher and lecturer;
- Some first author publications in internationally accredited peer-reviewed journals;
- Evidence of research, postgraduate supervision, teaching and/or practical application of biokinetics and/or sport science or equivalent;
- Experience in interdisciplinary, national/international collaborative research.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.
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.
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: Ms FI Mabaso, Tel: (012) 356 3244/ via email fikile.mabaso@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof AM Joubert, Tel: (012) 012 319 2246/ via email annie.joubert@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 28 February 2024, 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.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.
