11 Oct
University of the Free State
Bloemfontein
Job Title- Lecturer: Educational Psychology and Life Skills Education (Job ID: 5936)- Organizational Unit- University of the Free State -> Faculty of Education- Contract Type- Permanent- Occupational Level- Junior Management- Location- Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
- Closing Date- 31/10/2024- Description**Duties and responsibilities**:
- Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the department of Education Foundations.
- Participate in the Work Integrated Learning programme of the Faculty (Teaching Practice).
- Ensure active involvement in research activities of Faculty.
- Contribute to curriculum development in the field of Educational Psychology and/or Life Skills specifically and Education generally.
- Supervise and provide consultation sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Work in a team with colleagues within the Faculty.
- Contribute to leadership and administrative tasks related to the Faculty.
**Inherent requirements**:
- A relevant Doctoral degree in Education on NQF Level 10 with a focus on Educational Psychology (for a permanent appointment).
**or**
- Master’s degree in Education on NQF Level 9 with a focus on Educational Psychology (contract appointment: five years during which a relevant doctoral degree in Education on NQF Level 10 with a focus on Educational Psychology MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position).
- A formal teaching qualification (e.g.
Diploma in Education or Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent).
- A minimum of five (5) years’ relevant working experience in a school environment or with at least two (2) years in a higher education or research and development environment.
- Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentation at academic conferences or equivalent.
- Provide evidence of manuscript (s) produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication, ideally in an accredited journal.
**Recommendations**:
- A proven research record of relevant publications in Q1-Q4 accredited journals.
- Experience in postgraduate supervision.
- Competencies**Required competencies**:
- **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 focus on details, work towards perfection,
and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
- The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
**- 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 interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
- The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.
- 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**:
02 January 2025
**Closing date**:
31 October 2024
**Salary**:
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**:
**General**:
▶️ Lecturer: Educational Psychology and Life Skills
🖊️ University of the Free State
📍 Bloemfontein