Lecturer - Department Sociology (Job ID: 5725) - (1422) at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities: 

• Contribute towards creating a strong academic identity for the department at the Bloemfontein campus. 
• Teach and assess undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Sociology. 
• Provide study guidance and supervision to final year and postgraduate students. 
• Initiate and conduct high-level research and sustain quality research outputs. 
• Active participation and involvement in applicable UFS management structures. 
• Contribute to building an effective team of scholars. 
• Contribute to programme development and curriculum review within the department and the Faculty of the Humanities. 
• Participate in engaged scholarship initiatives. 
• Recruit senior students for postgraduate studies. 
• Perform organisational and administrative duties. 
• Introduce and teach in a specific Sociology specialisation that can contribute to the faculty's academic streams.

Inherent requirements:

Lecturer

• A PhD in Sociology or cognate discipline on NQF Level 10 (for a permanent appointment) 

or

• Master’s degree in Sociology or cognate discipline on NQF Level 9 (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD in Sociology or cognate discipline on NQF Level 10 MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position). 
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience, acquired either solely through lecturing or through a combination of at least two (2) years of lecturing and tutoring (totalling five years of experience), in Sociology at a higher education institution, is required.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record.

Recommendations:

• Experience in teaching: Introduction to Sociology/social theory/ sociology of Development/ research methods/other variations of sociology.

Competencies

Required competencies: 

• Results oriented.
• The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations. 
• Strategic thinking.
• The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
• The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
• Business Acumen:
• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Proficient in using MS Office.
• Leading.
• The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
• The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others. 
• Building coalitions
• The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
• The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.

Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. 

• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. 
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• Copies of all academic records (applicable where inherently required).
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).