Senior Lecturer [231101] at Tshwane University of Technology

Key performance areas/Core functions: 

• Presenting classes and assessing students in Visual Theory, Research Methods and various Fine Art practical modules as required, from first-year (NQF level 5) to Postgraduate Diploma (NQF level 8). 
• Coordinating postgraduate programmes in the department. 
• Capturing and processing of marks and all administrative tasks relating to teaching, learning, and postgraduate supervision. 
• Main supervisor of Advanced Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, Masters and Doctoral candidates. 
• Active involvement in departmental, faculty and institutional activities, committees and projects. 
• Creative output and/or research publications. 
• The capacity to generate research funding. 
• Development of course material of Advanced and Postgraduate Diplomas, Masters and Doctoral programmes. 
• Industry liaison. 
• Participation in community-based projects. 

Academic qualifications: 

• A PhD / D Tech in Fine Art, Art History or a relevant qualification in the visual arts at NQF Level 10. 

Minimum Experience: 

• Five years teaching experience at tertiary level. 
• Postgraduate supervision experience, either as a main or co-supervisor. 
• Publication record in DHET accredited/peer-reviewed journals, books or conference proceedings. 
• Papers delivered at national and/or international conferences. 
• Rating as a researcher by a scientific or other funding agency will be an advantage. 
• Active participation in community-based projects. 
• Active participation in industry initiatives, projects or programmes (e.g. art competitions, art fairs, residences, etc.). 
• Membership or active involvement in national and/or international boards, societies, councils, etc., in the field of visual / fine arts. 
• Candidate will be expected to complete the Senior Lecturer scoresheet and per the University policy. 

Other requirements: 

• Postgraduate supervision and/or co-supervision experience. 
• Advanced computer literacy and experience in tertiary Learning Management Systems. 
• Track record of active tertiary academic and research committee service.