Lecturer: Phytotherapy (Faculty of Health Sciences: Department of Complementary Medicine) at University of Johannesburg

Job description

• The Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Johannesburg, wishes to appoint a Lecturer qualified and registered in the field of Phytotherapy, who will contribute actively towards teaching and learning, research, and CPD development; in line with the vision, mission, and goals of the University of Johannesburg.
• The successful candidate is expected to undertake undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and research supervision respectively, contribute to the development and review of undergraduate teaching and curricula, and, where necessary, become involved in community outreach and CPD activities, in line with the discipline/departmental specific objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students using diverse methods in the Faculty of Health Sciences (Department of Complementary Medicine).
• Actively involved in core activities of the department such as academic administration, course development, consulting, and community-related projects.
• Supervise student's projects and actively participate in the research focus areas of the Department, producing outputs such as journal papers
• Facilitate teaching and learning within the domain of Phytotherapy.
• Facilitate theory and practice integration.

Minimum requirements

• A Master’s degree in Phytotherapy or a Master’s degree with a post-graduate qualification in Phytotherapy.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in clinical practice
• Registration with the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa as a practitioner in the field of Phytotherapy

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent command in the field of Phytotherapy
• Excellent written and verbal English communications skills
• Teaching skills and good interpersonal skills as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues.
• Good planning and organisational skills
• Enthusiasm and passion for education, research, and community engagement
• The ability to function independently as well as in a team.
• Good time management skills and the ability to perform under pressure.

Recommendations:

• Experience in clinical supervision of students
• Research supervision and/or publication
• Registration as a Phytotherapy practitioner or AHPCSA practitioner.

Deadline:6 April 2025