Lecturer: New Generation of Acadmic Programme (nGAP) (Faculty of Humanities: Department of Sociology) at University of Johannesburg

Responsibilities:

• In line with the Department of Higher Education and Training’s New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP), the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Johannesburg invites applications for the position of Lecturer in the Department of Sociology.
• The successful candidate will be expected to contribute meaningfully to teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Sociology, postgraduate supervision, and administrative duties within the Department.

Key responsibilities include:

• Obtaining a PhD in the relevant field within the prescribed nGAP period.
• Teaching, supervising, and promoting a culture of innovative teaching and learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Establishing and developing an independent research niche.
• Contributing to curriculum development and review processes.
• Promoting quality research and research outputs through supervision and publication.
• Attending and actively participating in departmental and faculty meetings.
• Participating in community engagement initiatives within the Department and Faculty.

Minimum requirements

• Masters’ degree in Sociology or a related discipline (70% and above).
• Strong disciplinary grounding in Sociology or related disciplines.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ tutoring or lecturing experience at university level.
• Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Environmental Sociology will be an added advantage.

Recommendations:

• Already enrolled for PhD studies.
• Environmental Sociology.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal English communications skills.
• A team player with a passion for student training and research.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to self-manage own research group.
• Strong interpersonal relationships as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues.
• Evidence of professional development.
• Evidence of relevant research capacity.

Deadline:7th June,2026