Lecturer- Faculty of Health Sciences - School of Health Care Sciences - Department of Radiography at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES:            

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Teaching Ultrasound to the undergraduate and postgraduate students;
• Supervising research on undergraduate and postgraduate students;
• Participating in skills training and assessment;
• Updating course content and revising study guides;
• Curriculum transformation;
• Maintaining the electronic learning environment;
• Performing other academic and research duties as may be delegated by the Head of Department;
• Conducting research at a national and international competitive level;
• Participating in the Department’s strategic initiatives relating to research, teaching, learning, research and community engagement.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Master’s degree in Diagnostic Ultrasound or related Health Sciences;
• Current registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA);
• At least one DHET accredited publication;

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Good verbal and written communication skills;
• Good interpersonal and mentoring skills;
• Good computer skills;
• Scientific writing skills.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Experience in an Ultrasound clinical environment;
• PhD in Radiography;
• Valid driver’s Licence;
• Clinical experience in basic and advanced Ultrasound procedures;
• Track record of supervising postgraduate students;
• Community engagement recommended;
• At least one year teaching experience at a Higher Education Institution.

CLOSING DATE: 13 March 2026