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LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY (INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY) AT RHODES UNIVERSITY

The Psychology Department at Rhodes University is seeking to appoint someone at the level of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Industrial Psychology and invites suitably qualified candidates to apply.

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.

In addition, a Professor and Associate Professor are to provide academic leadership in the following areas: teaching and learning; research and community engagement as well as to contribute towards the governance of the institution. This leadership contribution of the Professor should be evidenced at the departmental, Faculty and institutional levels.

The Requirements

Lecturer: At least a Masters degree in Industrial and Organisational Psychology/Industrial Psychology with evidence of PhD registration and an ability to teach and interest in Psychological Assessment and General Industrial/Organisational Psychology.

Senior Lecturer: A PhD in Industrial and Organisational Psychology/Industrial Psychology. Candidates who are able to provide evidence of having submitted their PhD for examination may also be considered. Suitable candidates should have teaching experience and interest in Psychological Assessment and General Industrial/Organisational Psychology.

Associate Professor: A PhD in Industrial and Organisational Psychology/Industrial Psychology with teaching experience and interest in Psychological Assessment and General Industrial/Organisational Psychology.

For additional information on the requirements, please refer to the Academic Role Profile.

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the role profile and further particulars document 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 be 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.

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 please contact hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za.

Selection Process:

• The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum:

Lecturer
Cost to Company Approximately (annual): R 784,132.00
Basic Salary (Annual): R 600,141.00

Senior Lecturer
Cost to Company Approximately (annual): R 960,928.00
Basic Salary (Annual): R 742,411.00

Associate Professor
Cost to Company Approximately (annual): R 1,141,001.00
Basic Salary (Annual): R 887,318.00

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 pose a threat to the University, the implementation of the Vaccine Mandate will be re-activated and all staff would be required to be fully vaccinated.

Closing Date: 15 November 2024

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 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; Compassion