Lecturer: Department of Psychology (Job ID: 5780) at University of the Free State

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach and assess undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Psychology.
• Provide study guidance and supervision to final year and postgraduate students.
• Provide clinical supervision to students in the Applied Master’s Programme.
• Initiate and conduct high-level research and sustain quality research outputs.
• Contribute towards creating a strong academic identity for the Department.
• Contribute to programme development and curriculum review within the department and Faculty.
• Participate in community engagement initiatives where possible.
• Perform organisational and administrative duties.

Inherent Job Requirements:

• A PhD degree in Psychology or related discipline on NQF Level 10 (for a permanent appointment) 

or

• A master’s degree in psychology or related discipline on NQF Level 9 (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD on NQF Level 10 in Psychology or related discipline MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position). 
• Registration with the Heath Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Counselling Psychologist
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• Expertise within child, adolescent and adult assessments and psychotherapeutic interventions.
• A good academic record.

Recommendations:

• Expertise within child, adolescent and adult assessments and psychotherapeutic interventions.
• At least three (3) years registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Counselling Psychologist.
• Lecturing experience in Psychology at a tertiary institution.
• The ability to work and learn more about digitalized academic platforms.
• Experience in statistical packages (SPPS/MPLus)