Lecturer (Permanent)/ Junior Lecturer at Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Job Purpose

To teach subjects in the Department of Ophthalmic Sciences according to a set syllabus, to support the faculty in pursuit of achieving its academic objectives and to contribute to academic initiatives undertaken by the faculty to enhance the teaching and learning environment. The incumbent will work within defined academic and professional standards to facilitate theoretical and practical learning within discipline-specific subjects on the departmental programme offerings. The role will also require faculty responsibilities on various academic committees as well as departmental operational responsibilities.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Junior Lecturer:

• A relevant B Degree or equivalent in an Ophthalmic Sciences discipline.
• At least 2 years' lecturing experience in higher education and/or 5 years professional industry experience (Preference will be given to applicants with lecturing experience).
• Current registration and in good standing with the HPCSA.
• The incumbent will be expected to enroll for the HDHET or equivalent to improve lecturing skills.

Lecturer:

• Masters Degree or equivalent in an Ophthalmic Sciences discipline.
• At least 2 years' lecturing experience in higher education and/or 5 years professional industry experience. (Preference will be given to applicants with lecturing experience).
• Current registration and in good standing with the HPCSA.
• The incumbent will be expected to enroll for the HDHET or equivalent to improve lecturing skills.

Recommendations:

• Post-graduate qualification in Business, Quality or Public Health.
• Special interest in ophthalmic dispensing fields.
• Emerging research experience to assist with departmental research in the field of optometry and/or ophthalmic dispensing.
• Proven experience in Practice Management and Professional Ethics within the South African ophthalmic industry.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a Masters degree, or who are registered for and who have made significant progress towards Masters.
• Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
• Prepare professional, appropriate and high-quality learning and teaching materials.
• Contribute towards curriculum development and review of existing and new programmes.
• Teaching and learning strategies: Incorporate current and innovative trends in higher education.
• Assessment: Facilitate assessment and review of teaching methodologies, identifying at-risk students and applying appropriate interventional strategies.
• Research: conduct research and support undergraduate research activities.
• Contribute to community outreach projects.
• Promote teaching and learning in a manner that is learning focused and fosters lifelong learning.
• Academic administration: optimum record keeping of students’ marks, report writing, portfolios.
• Contribute towards marketing, recruitment and selection of students.
• Contribute towards community service – facilitate service learning within the curriculum.
• Contribute towards Quality Assurance in the Department.
• Consult and collaborate with other academic staff and the clinical platform (profession) to ensure integration of theory, technical and clinical practice.
• Liaison with professionals in industry.

Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Good English writing proficiency.
• Good Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills.
• Good work ethic promoting fairness, transparency and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently as well as being a team worker.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Holistic approach to the development of students i.e. promotes an awareness of human rights, democratic culture and good citizenship.