Lecturer (NGAP) In The Department Of Ichthyology And Fisheries Science at Rhodes University

Main Objectives

• All academics are responsible for the dissemination of knowledge (teaching and learning), creation of knowledge (research) and community engagement, recognising that there are differences in the execution of these responsibilities within the various departments and Faculties.  Academics are also expected to assume some administrative, management and/or leadership duties at the departmental, Faculty and/or University level.

The requirements

• At least an MSc in an ichthyological, fisheries science or aquaculture topic or equivalent. Preference will be given to candidates with a PhD or candidates who have made significant progress towards completing a PhD in a topic that is ichthyological, fisheries science, or aquaculture related.
• Tutoring, facilitation, or conference presentation experience required. No teaching experience is required, but teaching experience in Aquaculture, ichthyology, and biological statistics will be an advantage.
• No research supervision is required, but previous supervision experience will place the candidate at an advantage.
• Some administrative or management experience, albeit in informal contexts, e.g., student or sports clubs, work experiences, but administrative or management experience in the workplace will place the candidate at an advantage.

Application process

• It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile and the Standard Operating Procedures For The New Generation Of Academics Programme (NGAP) for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

• An application form which should be completed in full. 

A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -

• Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
• Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post/s and suitability relative to the job requirements. 
• Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.