Lecturer (Johannesburg Business School) at University of Johannesburg

Job description

• The Johannesburg Business School (JBS) seeks to appoint a Lecturer with expertise in strategy, strategic marketing, digital marketing, and/or related fields, along with demonstrated experience in developing innovative solutions within the context of digital education.

Job Purpose: To lead the teaching and research on Digital Transformation towards the fulfilment of the mission of JBS.

Responsibilities:

Teaching and Learning

• Design and deliver high-quality, innovative modules that promote student engagement and success.
• Lead the development and review of new and existing learning materials, ensuring alignment with programme outcomes.
• Integrate sustainability, societal impact and 4IR principles into course content and pedagogy.
• Ensure full compliance with institutional tuition policies and academic standards.
• Develop and review assessments, including the setting of assignments and examination papers.
• Oversee external moderation processes and ensure the timely marking and moderation of assessments.
• Implement initiatives aimed at improving student retention and reducing drop-out rates.

Research and Innovation

• Produce and publish scholarly outputs, including accredited journal articles, book chapters, and conference proceedings.
• Actively seek and secure research funding through grant applications.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with international partners to enhance curriculum relevance, research quality, and global engagement.

Strategic and Academic Leadership

• Championing innovative approaches to teaching, learning, and research.
• Contribute thought leadership on sustainability, societal impact and 4IR.
• Participate actively in academic and operational committees within the institution.
• Mentor academic staff within the discipline, fostering a culture of continuous professional development and academic excellence.

Minimum requirements

• A relevant master’s Degree (NQF 9 level).
• Supervision, research, publications, and teaching experience on digital transformation or related topics.
• Teaching experience in undergraduate level

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills and the ability to adapt communication to a range of audiences.
• Self-management (good planning, time management, prioritizing and organising skills).
• Teamwork.
• Result driven.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good listening skills.
• Good financial management and budgeting skills
• Problem solving and systems level thinking

Recommendations:

• A relevant doctorate (NQF 10 level).
• Previous teaching experience at an accredited business school.
• An excellent teaching portfolio at a reputable Higher Education Institution, able to teach large groups of 50 to 150 students, preferably in business school context.
• Industry-related experience