FACULTY OF EDUCATION - LECTURER: DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

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FACULTY OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
LECTURER (ONE POST)

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

Lecturer Physical Sciences Education

Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will be responsible for:
The curriculum development and lecturing of modules in the programme(s) based in the department;
In addition, the incumbent will pursue research activities such as their own research, research-based publications and the supervision of postgraduate students registered in the department;
Developing, presenting and coordinating undergraduate and postgraduate courses for pre-service and in-service teachers and other students for contact and distance presentation;
Mentoring students for practice teaching/work-integrated learning;
Using a learning management system to develop and present courses;
Presenting lectures and programmes in an E-learning environment;
Providing a significant contribution to research outputs, postgraduate teaching and supervision.

Qualifications and Experience

LECTURER:
Masters degree in Physical Sciences (Physics and/or Chemistry) Education;
At least one year of Physical Sciences teaching experience;
Evidence of school-based or related tertiary experience;
Evidence of some research experience;
Evidence of some experience in community project/s;
Evidence of some admin or managerial skills or leadership and commitment to ongoing professional development, e.g. continuing education;

How to Apply

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
Knowledge of the different knowledge fields of Physical Sciences Education;
Knowledge of teaching methodologies in the different knowledge fields of Physical Sciences Education;
Knowledge of the South African education system regarding Physical Sciences Education;
Knowledge of and experience in facilitating in an E-learning environment;
Appropriate language and communication skills;
Ability to apply knowledge and skills in teaching and supervision;
Ability to work as an individual and in a team.
Academic administration and participation in departmental/faculty committees.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES
Enrolled for PhD or relevant equivalent postgraduate studies;
Mentoring /coaching experience;
Working with large groups.

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