Lecturer: Natural Sciences Education (Job ID: 5622) at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Natural Sciences Education mainly and/or Life Sciences Education modules.
• Participate in the Work Integrated Learning programme of the faculty (Teaching Practice).
• Ensure active involvement in research activities of faculty.
• Contribute to curriculum development in the field of Natural Sciences Education specifically and Education generally.
• Supervise and provide consultation sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Work in a team with colleagues within the faculty.
• Contribute to leadership and administrative tasks related to the faculty.

Inherent Job Requirements:

• A doctoral degree with Science Education and/or Biology Education on NQF Level 10 (for a permanent appointment) 

OR 

• Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 with a focus on Science Education and/or Biology Education (for a contract appointment: 5 years during which a doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 MUST be obtained to be converted into a permanent position). Candidates must submit proof of registration for a doctoral degree in Science Education and/or Biology Education on NQF Level 10.
• Candidates should submit an abstract of their thesis or dissertation to indicate relevance to the teaching, learning and assessment of Science Education and/or Biology Education.
• A formal teaching qualification (e.g., Diploma in Education or Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent).
• A minimum of five (5) year’s relevant teaching experience in a school context or a minimum of two (2) years relevant teaching experience in a higher education environment.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentation at academic conferences or equivalent.
• Provide evidence of manuscript (s) produced, that are published or have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication, in an accredited journal.

Recommendation: 

• Proven research record of relevant publications in national or international accredited journals,
• Experience in postgraduate supervision.