Senior Lecturer (Faculty of Health Sciences: Department of Sport and Movement Studies)

University of Johannesburg

Gauteng

ZAR 200 000 - 300 000

Job description

Advert reference: uj_001744

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: Skilled

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 a senior lecturer qualified in the field of Sport Management, who will contribute actively towards teaching and learning, research, and CPD development; 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 Sport and Movement Studies).
Actively participating in the research focus areas of the department, producing outputs such as journal papers.
Facilitate teaching and learning within the domain of Sport Management and cognate disciplines.
Facilitate theory and practice integration.
Actively involved in core activities of the department such as academic administration, course development, consulting, and community-related projects.

Minimum requirements

Doctoral Degree or equivalent in Sport Management or cognate discipline.
A minimum of three (3) years’ teaching experience in Human Movement Studies, Sport Management or its related subfields within a recognised academic higher education institution.
A proven track record of research and scholarly publications in DHET accredited journals.
Record of successful postgraduate supervision.

Competencies and Behavioral Attributes:

The ability to teach at a higher education level.
Command of the field of Human Movement Studies, Sport Management or cognate fields with its latest knowledge and trends.
Good interpersonal, written and verbal English communication skills.
Ability to facilitate learning through blended and technology-based teaching methods.
Innovative, proactive and creative.
Excellent presentation skills (contact and online).
Excellent computer literacy skills.
Good planning and organisational skills.
Good academic administrative skills.
Ability to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research.
Ability to work independently and in a team.
Collegial and emotionally intelligent.
Ability to function in a diverse environment.
High level of integrity and ethical behaviour.
Good time management skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong work ethic.
Show adaptability in the teaching and learning environment in becoming an active team-player and to address possible challenges in the environment in a proactive manner.

Recommendations:

Specialisation within the field of Human Movement Studies, Sport Management or cognate discipline.
Demonstrated leadership and organisational ability as leader or member of a research group.

Enquiries:

Enquiries regarding the job content: Dr L Smith on Tel: (011) 559 6967

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.

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.