Academic/Lecturer - Postgraduate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence (JB3599) at Kontak Recruitment

Qualifications:

• Honours Degree (essential)
• Honours in: OR related field
• Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning., Robotics
• 4-5 years of academic experience
• 2-3 years of demonstrated engagement in an online education environment

Skills Required:

• Proficiency in online education and learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard, Moodle, Classera)
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Thorough understanding of the South African Higher Education regulatory framework

Responsibilities:

Programme Development, Management, and Review:

• Conduct needs analysis to identify learning objectives and desired outcomes
• Develop, manage, and continually review a dynamic curriculum with innovative learning pathways
• Monitor and evaluate online programs based on quality criteria, ensuring alignment with learning objectives

Teaching and Facilitation:

• Facilitate online lectures
• Provide academic consultation and build strong relationships with students
• Design, deliver, and coordinate group activities such as online tutorials and webinars

Student Engagement and Support:

• Promote critical thinking and collaboration through discussion forums, real-world case studies, problem-solving exercises, and peer-to-peer interactions
• Identify at-risk students and provide timely pastoral care and support

Assessment and Feedback:

• Design formative and summative assessments and reflection activities
• Conduct program and module evaluations
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to align programs with regulatory standards

Research and Publication:

• Maintain active research profile
• Supervise student research reports
• Publish in international journals
• Share knowledge through webinars and workshops

Administrative Duties and Coordination:

• Serve as a subject matter expert for content resource development
• Undertake administrative tasks related to program and quality management, including data analytics and reporting
• Potentially serve as a program coordinator

Professional Development:

• Participate in online communities of practice
• Attend webinars and workshops on online teaching strategies and instructional design
• Collaborate with peers on interdisciplinary projects