Lecturer in Nutrition (nGAP) (P003794) at North West University

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Learning including postgraduate supervision

• Teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including supervision of MSc students.
• Prepare and present lectures, tutorials, practical sessions, assessments, and workshops.
• Develop and review teaching and learning materials.
• Participate in internal and external moderation of assessments.
• Engage in professional development activities related to teaching and learning.

Research, Innovation, artistic or creative activity

• Conduct focused research in Nutrition / Dietetics.
• Publish research outputs in accredited peer-reviewed journals.
• Present research at scientific conferences.
• Participate in and contribute to research teams.
• Develop and maintain local, national, and international research collaborations.

Leadership, management and service to the university

• Participate in School and Faculty committees.
• Contribute to administrative, academic, and professional activities of the University.
• Engage in capacity-building, mentoring, and outreach activities that enhance the University’s profile.

Social Responsiveness

• Participate in community engagement and service-learning initiatives.
• Apply nutrition expertise to address public health challenges.
• Engage in scholarly, civic, and professional community activities.

Minimum requirements

• A Master of Science degree (NQF level 9) in Nutrition or Dietetics. The master’s degree must be achieved with an average of 70% or above. Please attach proof of the results in your application.
• Registration at the HPCSA in the category of Dietetics (DT) or Nutrition (NT).
• Applicants must be SA citizens and 40 years or younger of age at the time of appointment.

ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:

• Membership of the Association of Dietetics in South Africa (ADSA) or Nutrition Society of South Africa (NSSA).
• A minimum of one (1) year active involvement and participation in teaching and learning, including the following aspects: