Job Description

Job SummaryNelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• To teach in the field of Educational Psychology at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• To be able to develop and lead Educational Psychology as a niche area in the Faculty.
• To publish and lead research in the field of Educational Psychology.
• To engage in the assessment of School-Based Learning and Training.
• To contribute to Faculty administration at an undergraduate to a postgraduate level.
• To supervise postgraduate students in the field of Educational Psychology.
• To participate in community engagement.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Facilitate teaching and learning in the field of Educational Psychology at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Conduct, publish and promote research in the field of Educational Psychology.
• Participate in research collaboration that will lead to publications and conference presentations in the field of Educational Psychology.
• Engage in postgraduate supervision in Educational Psychology.
• Participate in academic and community engagement.
• Participate in Faculty Administration.
• To engage in the assessment of School-Based Learning and Teaching

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Facilitate teaching, learning, research and engagement in the field of Educational Psychology from an undergraduate to a postgraduate level.
• A sound knowledge of assessment and evaluation.
• Be able to lead curriculum development in the field of Educational Psychology as a niche area.
• Sound understanding and use of technology in teaching and learning.
• Conduct and develop scholarly work with an increasing focus on Africanization and decolonization in the field of Educational Psychology.
• Ability to adapt teaching and curriculum development to accommodate a diversity of experiences and contexts.
• Be able to manage and lead Educational Psychology research and supervision in Postgraduate Programs.

REQUIREMENTS

• A relevant PhD degree in the field of Educational Psychology is required.
• An additional professional psychology qualification will be an added advantage.
• Qualification and experiences must reflect a sound knowledge of the field of Educational Psychology.
• Experience (5-10 years) in the teaching of teaching Educational Psychology at a university level.
• A proven record of:

oExperience in supervising M&D students to completion.
oResearch productivity in and around the field of Educational Psychology.

• A sound disciplinary, and content knowledge in Educational Psychology.

Nelson Mandela UniversityUniversity Way Summerstrand2-10CompanyAboutVision To be a dynamic African university, recognised for its leadership in generating cutting-edge knowledge for a sustainable future. Mission To offer a diverse range of quality educational opportunities that will make a critical and constructive contribution to regional, national and global sustainability. Values Respect for diversity,Excellence,Ubuntu,Integrity,Respect for the natural environment,Taking responsibility