Academic Coordinator at University of the Witwatersrand

Responsibilities

• Oversight of the academic content and structure of the honours programme in the Wits SPH.
• Overall academic coordination of the undergraduate BHSc HSS and the Honours programme
• Lead and participate in curriculum development and review following university processes
• Coordinate academic inputs with relevant SPH and university stakeholders
• Develop content (for both online and face-to-face components), teach and assess courses in area of expertise on the BHSc HSS and Honours programme.
• Coordinate research and supervise honours students within the Wits SPH.
• Conduct research contributing to the Wits SPH research portfolio (higher education scholarship encouraged).

Requirements

• Excellent coordination and documentation skills
• Minimum of two years’ experience in public health or a related field. 
• Teaching experience required.
• Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interest in and commitment to student-centred teaching and learning
• Experience in student supervision will be an advantage
• Experience in facilitating blended or online learning will be an advantage
• Publication in a peer-reviewed journal will be an advantage

Qualifications
At least a master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, or any related field.