Fresh Recruitment at Rhodes University

Main Objectives

• All academics are responsible for the dissemination of knowledge (teaching and learning), creation of knowledge (research) and community engagement, recognising that there are differences in the execution of these responsibilities within the various departments and Faculties.  Academics are also expected to assume some administrative, management and/or leadership duties at the departmental, Faculty and/or University level.

The requirements

• A Masters or equivalent NQF 9 qualification in Journalism, Media Studies, Communication, or Graphic/Visual Communication Design, or similar is required.
• Hands-on experience in the practice of design is a requirement.
• Some teaching experience is advantageous within an academic environment or media practice. Practical and informal facilitation of learning within a media production context is understood to be of relevance.
• Ability to teach and research in some or all areas: Design Studies, Graphic Design, Design Methodologies, Digital Media Studies, Visual Language and Literacy, Visual Communication, and Design practice.
• Research supervision experience at the Honours and Masters level will be an advantage.
• Track record of administration, management and/or leadership roles are an advantage  (leadership roles may be informal).

Application process

• It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile and the Standard Operating Procedures For The New Generation Of Academics Programme (NGAP) for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

• An application form which should be completed in full. 
• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
• Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
• Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post/s and suitability relative to the job requirements.  
• A brief portfolio showcasing samples of your design work (you may attach this as a document or include a link in your CV)

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The Requirements

• Candidates are required to hold a PhD in Microbiology or a related discipline, with teaching and research experience in Environmental Microbiology or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates specializing in Mycology.

In addition, the following requirements are applicable for the level of appointment:

Senior Lecturer

• Teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels required.
• Research supervision of at least Masters’ degrees required.
• Emerging national profile in discipline.
• Track record of research publication.
• Proven track record of administration, management, and leadership roles in teaching, assessment, curriculum development, research and community engagement.

Associate Professor

• Considerable teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Research supervision of at least Masters’ degrees required.
• National and emerging international profile in discipline.
• Track record of research publication.
• Proven track record of administration, management, and leadership roles in teaching, assessment, curriculum development, research and community engagement.

Professor

• Extensive teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Research supervision of Masters and PhD degrees required.
• International profile in discipline.
• Track record of research publication.
• Proven track record of administration, management, and leadership roles in teaching, assessment, curriculum development, research and community engagement.
• For additional requirements, please refer to the educational requirements and experience in the academic role profile below.

Application Process

• It is essential that prospective candidates read the role profile and further particulars document for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications (including academic transcripts) which should include the following: -
• Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
• Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.

A substantial motivation which tells us:

• Your research trajectory.
• Your teaching approach and experience.
• The level you are applying for, your interest in the post and suitability in light of the requirements, particularly leadership experience in the discipline.

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Main Objectives

• To lead the lecture venue AV refurbishments and day to day operations. This requires an above average knowledge of AV and its use within a teaching and learning environment as well as technical aspects of a network of the same size and complexity as the Rhodes network. To change strategy, communicate strategy and manage the roll out of the strategy and refurbishments in central lecture venues, as well as participate proactively in discussions with Teaching & Learning, Lecture Venue Committee and Facilities Division. 

The Requirements

A relevant NQF level 6 plus approximately 6 years relevant experience where such experience includes: -

• At least three years in an IT or AV environment in a teaching and learning environment of similar complexity/scale to Rhodes
• At least two years supervising staff
• At least two years project management experience
• At least one year experience specifically in AV

Application Process

• It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -

• Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
• Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.