Junior Lecturer/Lecturer (TB01353) at North West University

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching

• Preparation of study guides and subject material.
• Delivery of lectures.
• Student supervision.
• Marking and assessment.
• General module administration.

Research

Administration

Minimum requirements

• Registrable with ECSA.
• A minimum of one (1) year of evidence of independent research or industry experience.

Position specific requirements,

JUNIOR LECTURER:

• A B. Eng degree or equivalent in relevant discipline (NQF level 8).
• A minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience.

LECTURER:

• An M. Eng degree in a relevant discipline (NQF level 9).
• A minimum of two (2) years of teaching experience.

In lieu of a covering letter, provide us with a URL to a video of no longer than 5 minutes in which you:

• Introduce yourself.
• Outline which modules you would like to present.
• Describe the knowledge, experience, and network (if any) you bring to the role.
• Demonstrate competence with modern online teaching tools.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

Must be proficient in the following:

• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), email, and internet.
• Knowledge of the appropriate assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance.
• Research methodology and technical writing.
• A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to become involved in students’ educational development and wellbeing.
• Knowledge of modern platforms (e.g., whiteboard technology, eFundi, etc.) to enhance the ongoing changes of the learning and collaboration environment.
• Effective time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Good interpersonal relations and a client-service orientation.
• Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various functionally multilingual environments of the NWU.
• The ability to function well individually and as part of a team/subject group.
• Good analytical abilities and innovative thinking, as well as the ability to be self-driven.
• The ability to solve problems independently.
• Good planning and organising skills, as well as good report writing skills.
• High level of professional and ethical conduct.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

The following behavioural competencies are required:

• Decision-making skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Confidence.
• Self-motivation.
• Critical thinking.

CLOSING DATE: 29 August 2025