HPE Lecturer - Health Sceinces Dean's Office - Faculty of Health Sciences at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the development and implementation of interprofessional and transdisciplinary educational programs, curricula, and assessment strategies in accordance with the University’s guidelines and standards.
• Stay updated with current trends, best practices, and advancements in HPE, participating in relevant conferences, workshops, and professional development activities.
• Ensure adherence, supporting the Health Science Faculty’s accreditation processes as necessary.
• Collaboration in HPE research projects, including Interprofessional Education (IPE)
• Represent the Faculty at relevant conferences, workshops and professional meetings.
• Assist with the implementation of innovative new technologies and strategies that can be used in teaching and learning programmes.
• Facilitate workshops on teaching and learning and assessment practices.
• Teach faculty development modules to explore and demonstrate best practices.
• Facilitate and coordinate the academic support provided to academic staff.
• Ensure alignment with professional bodies (HPCSA; SANC).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Masters in Health Professions Education or related fields;
• Minimum 1 accredited publication (the last 3 years and in ISI journals – some first author);

Experience in:

• curriculum development and
• professional body requirements in health sciences.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Knowledge of quality assurance and improvement;
• Knowledge in learning theories, teaching strategies and best practices in e-learning environment;
• Knowledge of higher education policy frameworks as it relates to curriculum design, teaching, learning, assessment, educational technology, open educational resources, hybrid learning and student success;
• Knowledge of computer literacy, technical skills;
• Ability and willingness to deal with change management;
• Organisational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking;  
• Ability to work under pressure.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Research experience in health professions education;
• Knowledge of curriculum mapping;
• Valid Driver’s Licence.

CLOSING DATE: 14 November 2025.