Lecturer in Technology & Natural Sciences Education at University of Kwazulu-Natal

Job description

• The School of Education is globally recognised for its world-class programs in pre-service teacher education, adult education, workplace learning, and higher education. We are committed to offering teacher education that is appropriate to both national and global contexts, of a high quality, and accessible to a diverse range of students.
• The School seeks to employ a dedicated individual to coordinate and teach various modules at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the field of Technology and Natural Science Education.  S/he will also conduct and provide student research supervision at the postgraduate level. This position requires an academic who is willing to undertake further studies and research to contribute to the development of the Discipline. A successful candidate will also engage in curriculum development and assess undergraduate school-based teaching practice. 

The incumbent will report to the Head of Department: Science, Technology and Mathematics Education.

Minimum requirements

• A PhD degree in Technology and OR Science Education OR Masters’ degree in Technology Education and Science Education with evidence of submission of PhD for examination.
• A recognised qualification to teach in South African schools/higher education institutions
• Experience in teaching in a relevant field at South African Schools and or tertiary institution.
• Current research activity as evidenced by a publication in a peer-reviewed journal, book chapter and/or conference proceedings

The closing date for receipt of application is 18 August 2062