Teaching and Learning Coordinator (MBChB or a master's degree in clinical psychology) (Job ID: 5721) - (1413) at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

• Contribute to Psychiatry curriculum development in the MBChB programme; B. Occupational and Physiotherapy.
• Organising, monitoring and reporting of undergraduate clinical rotations.
• Liaise with clinical personnel regarding undergraduate student training and assessment.
• Liaise with academic staff and lecturers regarding student lectures, clinical rotations and assessments.
• Liaise with the Head of Department, as well as with the Phase II and Ill chairs, Program Director and Teaching and Learning coordinators in other clinical departments.
• Develop teaching and learning material and assessment tools.
• Provide quality assurance services in the undergraduate and postgraduate curricula.
• Teach, evaluate, assess and monitor the throughput of undergraduate modules.
• Planning and managing assessments in Psychiatry modules for undergraduate students, including coordination, development, implementation, evaluation and administration of assessments.
• Provide student support.
• Involvement in the general academic programme of the Department of Psychiatry.
• The incumbent will be required to travel to clinical training sites of the School of Clinical Medicine.
• Identify and access funding sources to support own research and research of students.
• Actively participate in the research focus areas of the department, producing outputs such as journal papers, procuring external research funding etc.
• Engage in community projects.
• Assume administrative and/or leadership duties in the department such as course co-ordinator; coordination of PhD and Masters programmes; coordinator of particular research projects; tutor selection and coordination.

Inherent Job requirements:

Lecturer/ Medical Officer

• A MBChB or master's degree in clinical psychology.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an independent medical practitioner or a Clinical Psychologist.
• A minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience in managing patients with psychiatric conditions.

Senior Lecturer/Medical Specialist

• A MBChB or a master's degree in clinical psychology.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a specialist in Psychiatry or a Clinical Psychologist.
• A minimum of four (4) years of clinical experience in the management of undergraduate training and assessment in the specialty.

Recommendations:

• Proven experience in the supervision or training of students.
• Postgraduate qualification in Mental Healthcare.
• Postgraduate qualification in medical education.
• Proven experience in research in medical education.
• A PhD related to Mental Health Care.
• A valid driver's license.

Key Competencies Required: 

Results-oriented:

• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
• The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.

Strategic thinking:

• The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner. 
• The ability to plan work and to follow plans. 

Business Acumen:

• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Proficient in using MS Office.
• Good organisation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of online platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Blackboard and Zoom.
• Knowledge of research processes.

Leading:

• The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others. 
• The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.

Building coalitions:

• The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
• The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Required Documents

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).
• A copy of your identity document.
• 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).