Lecturer - School of Healthcare Sciences - Department of Nursing Science - Faculty of Health Sciences at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES:           

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students;
• Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students;
• Participating in skills training and assessment;
• Updating course content and revising study guides;
• Maintaining the electronic learning environment;
• Performing other academic and research duties as may be delegated by the Head of Department;
• Conducting research at a nationally competitive level;
• Participating in the Department’s strategic initiatives relating to teaching, learning and community engagement.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Master’s degree in Advanced Mental Health Nursing;
• Qualification in Mental Health Nursing and Nursing Education;
• Current registration with South African Nursing Council;
• At least one DHET accredited publication;

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Good verbal and written communication skills;
• Good interpersonal and mentoring skills;
• Good computer skills;
• Scientific writing skills.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Experience in a clinical environment;
• A relevant PhD in Nursing Science;
• At least one (1) year teaching experience in a Higher Education Institution;
• A valid driver’s licence;
• Evidence of undergraduate and postgraduate student supervision.