Lecturer Human Movement Science at Nelson Mandela University

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• The Department of Human Movement Science is a well-established academic department housed in a state-of-the-art building. It has a recognized Biokinetics and Sport Science Unit (BSSU) and is an integral part of the Madibaz High Performance Complex. The Department is looking for a qualified sport scientist with in-depth knowledge in the field of sport psychology for high performance coaching. The incumbent will be expected to facilitate and administer the learning of students in modules presented at undergraduate
• and postgraduate level, to do research, to contribute to community engagement and to be involved in the core functions of the Department and the University.

KEYPERFORMANCEAREAS

• Lecture in the various Human Movement Science under- and postgraduate programs and taking responsibility for, amongst others, but not necessarily limited to the following focus areas: sport psychology, game analysis, coaching science, sport science for high performance coaching
• Be responsible for all academic related activities, including compiling course guides, manuals, lecture notes, assessments, and other related activities
• Assist and be involved with research in the department and supervision of undergraduate and post- graduate students in research
• Assist and conduct academic and operational administration
• Identify students at risk, develop intervention strategies and monitor student progress
• Participate in community engagement and service learning

CORECOMPETENCIES

• Good knowledge of the theory and applications of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the areas of sport psychology, game analysis, coaching science, and sport science in high performance coaching
• Experience in facilitating learning at a tertiary level
• Experience in the utilization of specialized sport science equipment and software would be advantageous
• Proven ability to facilitate learning of students in theoretical and practical components of Human Movement Science
• Ability to compile student guides and manuals
• Good administrative skills
• Ability to contribute to community engagement and service learning
• Ability to conduct research, publish, as well as present findings at conferences
• Ability to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research
• Ability to work as part of a team in meeting the inter and multidisciplinary nature of the discipline

 
REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for appointment to this post, candidates must have the following: Qualification

• Be in possession of a Master’s degree in Human Movement Science (or equivalent)

Experience

• Have two years’ experience in teaching/lecturing/research at university level in the relevant area of Human Movement Science
• Provide evidence of experience in the utilization of specialized laboratory equipment and software would be advantageous

Research

• The publication of a journal article(s) or a conference presentation would be s t r o n g recommendation

Skills

• Have excellent and proven interpersonal and communication skills with students, staff, and the public Have proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power-Point, Teams, Outlook) and a Learning Management Software (Moodle, Blackboard, Sakai)

Important

• Please note that candidates who are invited for an interview will be expected to undergo an in- person interview which may include a competency-based assessment of skills in the areas of teaching, research, or skills. Candidates will be given sufficient time to prepare for this.

Registration

• Registered with the Department specific professional board