Lecturer: Criminology - 25120

UP Posting - Academic

FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WORK AND CRIMINOLOGY

LECTURER IN CRIMINOLOGY

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, supervise and assess at both undergraduate and postgraduate level;
• Supervise postgraduate students;
• Initiate, conduct and sustain high-level research and publications;
• Develop and organise under- and postgraduate graduate curricula/modules as required;
• Academic administration and other duties as determined by the Head of Department;
• Involvement in departmental and faculty committees and initiatives;
• Participate in community engagement initiatives;
• Participation in the Departments strategic initiatives relating to teaching, research and community engagement.

Minimum Requirements

• A doctoral degree in Criminology or Security Studies;
• Appropriate teaching experience in the applicable field of expertise;
• Experience in supervising masters students;
• Research outputs appropriate to the post level and/or applicable field of experience.

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)

• Knowledge of Fundamental Criminology;
• Extensive knowledge of Criminology Theory;
• Experience in teaching Research Methodology.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES

The Following Will Be a Strong Recommendation

• A proven research and publishing record of accomplishment in the specialised field;
• Appropriate language and communication skills.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbents level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, select About UP, click on Career Opportunities and select the position you would like to apply for.

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.

CLOSING DATE: 14 June 2023

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Ms Vick Reynders, email: vicky.reynders@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof Antoinette Lombard, email: antoinette.lombard@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 2023, 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.