Associate Professor (Faculty of Health Sciences: Department of Complementary Medicine)

University of Johannesburg

Gauteng

ZAR 300 000 - 400 000

Job description

Advert reference: uj_001742

Advert status: Online

Apply by: 10 January 2025

Position Summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: Education and Training

Campus: Doornfontein Campus

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Open to all

Level: Senior

Introduction

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa”.

Job description

The Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Johannesburg, wishes to appoint an Associate Professor qualified and registered in the field of Complementary Medicine, who will contribute actively towards teaching and learning, research, community engagement and CPD development; in in-line with the vision, mission, and goals of the University of Johannesburg.

The successful candidate is expected to undertake undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and research supervision respectively, contribute to the development and review of undergraduate teaching and curricula, and, where necessary, become involved in community outreach activities and CPD activities, in line with the discipline/departmental specific objectives.

Responsibilities:

Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Faculty of Health Sciences (Department of Complementary Medicine).
Actively involved in core activities of the department such as academic administration, course development, consulting, and community-related projects.
Maintain a portfolio of teaching activities with a high reputation and impact (as evidenced by student evaluations, peer assessment, etc.)
Facilitating teaching and learning within the domain of Complementary Medicine.
Facilitate theory and practice integration
Embark on research-led teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Actively participating in the research focus areas of the Department, producing outputs such as journal papers
Apply and secure research funding, and contribute to team grant submissions
Contribution to the faculty policies and practice in teaching and learning.

Minimum requirements

PhD/Doctorate Degree and a qualification in Complementary Medicine modalities specifically Acupuncture and Phytotherapy
At least five years' of lecturing experience at a higher institution
Experience in research postgraduate supervision and/or publication
Strong commitment to research-led teaching, research, and innovation
Evidence of developing external research grant applications and success

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

Excellent command in the field of Complementary Medicine
Excellent written and verbal English communications skills
Great writing and presentation skills
High level of integrity and ethical foundation
Teaching skills and good interpersonal skills as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues.
Good planning and organisational skills
Enthusiasm and passion for education, research, and community engagement
The ability to function independently as well as in a team.
Good time management skills and the ability to perform under pressure

Recommendations:

National Research Foundation (NRF) Rating (in exceptional cases, where the applicant is not rated, the candidate must achieve NRF rating within 1 year)

Enquiries:

Enquiries regarding the job content: Dr TY Tsele-Tebakang on Tel: (011) 559 6273

Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Mr Innocent Masoka (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 1531

Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.

Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.

For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO.

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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.