Lecturer in the Department of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies

Rhodes University

Oos-Kaap

ZAR 200 000 - 300 000

Job description

Readvertising: Lecturer in the Department of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies

The Department of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies, Rhodes University, invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives

All academics are responsible for the dissemination of knowledge (teaching and learning), creation of knowledge (research) and community engagement, recognising that there are differences in the execution of these responsibilities within the various departments and Faculties. Academics are also expected to assume some administrative, management and/or leadership duties at the departmental, Faculty and/or University level.

The Requirements

Lecturer:

A PhD in Linguistics or Applied Language Studies is required. Candidates who have submitted their PhD thesis for examination will be considered (proof of examination is required).

Candidates must have expertise in linguistic approaches to Discourse Analysis. The ability to teach in the following areas will be an added advantage: Sociolinguistics, Corpus Linguistics, and/or Computational Linguistics.

The successful candidate must be willing to contribute to other modules in the department.

For the full minimum requirements for this position, please refer to the included role profile.

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile and further particulars for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications, which should include the following:

Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information, which should include at least their contact number and email address.

A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

A writing sample, e.g. a published journal article, book chapter of thesis that represents your best work (please add your writing sample to the additional documents section under - writing sample)

Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application can be submitted to hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za.

Selection Process:

At the interview stage, shortlisted candidates will be expected to give a short presentation.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum:

Lecturer

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R600,141.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R784,132.00

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Rhodes University has a vaccination mandate as part of its Conditions of Service. The implementation of the vaccine mandate has been held in abeyance from 01 January 2023. Should the COVID-19 situation change in a way that the number of cases of COVID-19 poses a threat to the University, the implementation of the Vaccine Mandate will be re-activated, and all staff will be required to be fully vaccinated.

Closing Date: 15 January 2025

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence, Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note that all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion.