Lecturer (P001098) at North West University

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• The subject group History of Art at the NWU Potchefstroom campus seeks to appoint one new member of staff (Lecturer) to assume teaching and research responsibilities.
• Candidates with an academic background and research experience in history of art, visual art and culture, and closely related disciplines are invited to apply.
• Note: Candidates who previously applied do not need to resubmit an application.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Learning and Higher Degree supervision               

• Teach undergraduate and honours courses in History of Art to a diverse student body.
• Bring enthusiasm and strong pedagogy to teaching; engage in a practical, hands-on approach to teaching; and provide strong mentoring to students.
• Provide curricular leadership in the History of Art programme.
• Engage in scholarly and subject-related work.
• Provide relevant service to the community.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Postgraduate supervision of honours and masters students.
• Proven record of supervision at postgraduate level.

Curriculum development

• Contribute to curricular revision to reflect the latest trends in the field and to build and expand the History of Art subject group.

Scholarly work          

• Publication record and clear evidence of agenda for continued research in the field of History of Art and Visual Studies.
• Contribution to the academic citizenship and development of the subject group.
• Participation in activities of the research niche ViNCO (Visual Narratives and Creative Outputs).

Administration and other tasks

• Responsible for all administrative tasks with regards to the above.
• Study guide and course material/curriculum development and updating.
• Student marks and assessment.
• Share responsibility for committee and subject-related assignments as required.
• Participate in activities related to the life of the school and community.

Minimum requirements

• A Master degree (NQF 9) in History of Art, Visual Studies or a closely related discipline.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in teaching and supervising and study supervision for postgraduate students.
• Knowledgeable in and has clear evidence of a research agenda/ proven publication record.

ADDED ADVANTAGE & PREFERENCES:

• Member of SAVAH, SAJAH, or any other applicable scholarly association.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Functional knowledge of the operations of the higher education context.
• Functional knowledge of industry-related environments.
• Sound understanding of the broad History of Arts and Visual Culture discipline.
• Experience of research and publishing in History of Arts, Visual Studies and related fields.

PLEASE INCLUDE A LIST OF MODULES TAUGHT AT UNDERGRADUATE LEVEL TO CURRICULUM VITAE.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Sound relations with colleagues.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ethical principles and academic integrity.
• Demonstrate language proficiency to function optimally in a multilingual environment.
• Punctual work ethic.

Remuneration

• The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines. 

CLOSING DATE: 17 August 2025