Job Description

UP Posting - Academic

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FACULTY OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF HUMANITIES EDUCATION
LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER: English Language Education and Academic Literacy
POST LEVEL 07 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:

Offering English Language Education and Academic Literacy programmes in the B.Ed., HCSS and PGCE qualifications; Providing postgraduate supervision in English Language Education; Assisting with the assessment of WIL; Course and curriculum development in English Language Education and Academic Literacy; Teaching English Language Education and Academic Literacy in a hybrid environment; Conducting research in the focus areas of the Department.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

LECTURERMasters Degree in English Language Education or a related field; 1 - 3 Years experience in teaching English Language Education; Evidence of some research experience; Evidence of some experience in community engagement; Evidence of some academic citizenship.


SENIOR LECTURER

PhD in English Language Education or a related field; 3 - 5 years' teaching experience in HEI or other education sectors; 6-7 publications (journals, book chapters, Books) of which 4 should be in a mix of internationally and nationally accredited journals; 1 publication should be sole-authored; At least 3 students supervised to completion at Masters level; Experience in Community Engagement; Experience in academic administration.


REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

Ability to engage in teaching and learning at a higher education level; Appropriate language and communication skills in English; A thorough understanding of English Language Education; Ability to initiate and supervise research at postgraduate level; Ability to work in a community of scholars; Ability to initiate a research project; Computer literacy; Value-based and value-driven person who can set a professional example to students; Formative and summative assessment experience; Academic administration experience; Community engagement experience.


ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

LECTURERPhD in English Language Education or a related field; A recognised teaching qualification; Evidence of the development of modules or programmes in English Language Education; Ability to coordinate or manage programme delivery; Evidence of the development of modules or programmes in English Language Education; Evidence of postgraduate supervision; Evidence of research activity over the past two years.


SENIOR LECTURER

A recognised teaching qualification; Evidence of the development of modules or programmes in English Language Education; Ability to coordinate or manage programme delivery; Evidence of the development of modules or programmes in English Language Education; Evidence of research funding obtained; Membership of professional bodies; An active Orcid-ID.


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 and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.



Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za and follow the link: Careers@UP.



In applying for this post, please attach:

A comprehensive CV in the UP format; 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: 1 September 2025

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

ENQUIRIES:
Ms Jeanette Schoeman, Email: jeanette.schoeman@up.ac.za, for application-related enquiries, and Prof Johan Wassermann, Email: johan.wassermann@up.ac.za, for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 November 2025, 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.