Associate Professor: Research in the School of Psycho-Social Education V002678 at North West University

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.     Research and Supervision:

• Research, postgraduate supervision and capacitating of junior staff re research in the fields of the School of Psycho-Social Education, with appropriate publications and delivery of students. Furthermore – the potential to lead research projects and obtain funding for research in a related field.

2.     Administration:

• Administrative tasks.

3.     Community engagement

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

•  A PhD (NQF 10) in Education with Educational Psychology and/or Life Orientation and/or Learner Support and/or Movement Education as areas of specialisation.
•  A minimum of 3 year’ lecturing experience at a higher education institution.
•  Must have proven research experience on a full or part-time basis.
•  A record of consistent accredited publications and successful supervision of higher degree students.

RECOMMENDATIONS / ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• ECDE as secondary focus will be an added advantage.
• Professional Teacher’s Qualification (NQF level 7)
• Registered with the South African Council of Educators SACE).
• NRF rated.
• Teaching or practical experience in the field in a schooling context.