Job Description

UP Posting - Academic

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FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY
LECTURER
PROMNES POST LEVEL 08 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be responsible for:Teaching at undergraduate level to basic medical science students, medical,
dentistry, radiography, physiotherapy, nursing and occupational therapy students;
Teaching at postgraduate level; Being involved in curriculum development and innovation; Being actively involved and participating in research; Supervising or co-supervising Honours and Master's students; Publishing in peer-reviewed accredited journals and Performing administrative and academic responsibilities.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Master's degree in Physiology or Biochemistry; Minimum of 2 accredited publications in peer-reviewed journals (ideally more, preferably in the last 3 years and in ISI journals)


REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Mentoring skills; Communication skills; The ability to work independently and in a team; Demonstrated potential to become an established researcher; Some first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals; Experience in interdisciplinary, national or international collaborative research; Experience in basic sciences-related techniques (such as advanced cell culturing, molecular biology techniques or proteomics and bioinformatics) with biomedical relevance.


ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:PhD in Physiology; At least 1 year teaching experience; Valid driver's Licence.


The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za

In applying for this post, please attach:A comprehensive CV; Certified copies of qualifications; Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact; Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research); Self-evaluation.


CLOSING DATE: 31 October 2025

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES:Mr CN Lekhoane, Tel: (012) 356 3241 or via email Collins.lekhoane@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof AM Joubert, Tel (012) 319 2246 or via email annie.joubert@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 28 February 2026, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups. All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials. The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.