Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in English (Job ID: 5186) at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

Senior Lecturer

• Lecture undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Provide supervision to postgraduate students, namely Honours, Masters and PhD students.
• Conduct research and deliver quality research outputs in line with the research strategy of the faculty.
• Attend and speak at conferences, research colloquia, workshops, and seminars to enhance research and disciplinary knowledge.
• Participate in community activities such as mentorship and provide training and short courses in the areas of specialisation.
• Perform academic administration pertaining to undergraduate and postgraduate subjects – this may include typing, setting and marking of all question papers and memorandums, recording of marks and handling of student complaints.
• Contribute to curriculum development within the faculty.
• Serve as a member of various academic committees and perform any other tasks allocated by the Dean and Academic Head of Department.

Associate Professor

• Lecture modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Provide leadership in pursuit of the department and faculty strategic plan with regards to research, teaching, engaged scholarship and leadership and administration.
•  Provide supervision to postgraduate students, namely Honours, Master’s and PhD students.
•  Conduct high-quality research and publish in accredited journals and deliver quality research outputs in line with the research strategy of the faculty.
• Attend and speak at conferences, research colloquia, workshops and seminars to enhance research and disciplinary knowledge.
• Identify opportunities and apply for external research funding, whether as an individual or in collaboration with colleagues.
• Participate in community activities such as mentorship and provide training and short courses in the areas of specialisation.
• Perform academic administration pertaining to undergraduate and postgraduate subjects – this may include typing, setting and marking of all question papers and memorandums, recording of marks and handling of student complaints.
• Contribute to curriculum development within the faculty.
• Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with relevant research, civil society, government, industry and professional organisations.
• Serve as a member of various academic committees and perform any other tasks allocated by the Dean and Academic Head of Department.

Inherent Job Requirements:

Senior Lecturer:

• A PhD on NQF level 10 in English Studies with a focus on African Literary and Cultural Studies.
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers/ posters at national and/ orinternational scholarly conferences.
• Proven International recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
• An NRF rating or demonstrable potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
• Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels.

Associate Professor

• PhD on NQF level ten (10) in English Studies with a focus on African Literary and Cultural Studies.
• Demonstrate international recognition for expertise in a specific field of research.
• A research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
• Experience as an external examiner for postgraduate students.
• Proven experience in presenting papers at national and international conferences.
• Experience on the editorial board of a scholarly journal.
• Demonstrate potential in wider public engagement and dissemination of research.
• An NRF rating or demonstrate potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
• Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels.

Competencies

Key Competencies Required:

Results Orientated:

• The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and 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 interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Closing Date
30/4/2023