Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (Job ID: 6129) at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

• Present undergraduate and post graduate modules in religion studies and related sub-disciplines. 
• Actively do research in a relevant field/s of Religion studies.
• Synthesize knowledge through the publication of scientific papers in peer reviewed journals.
• Participate in conferences.
• Participate actively in leadership and administration at the departmental and faculty levels.
• Lead Departmental monthly postgraduate seminars. 
• Participate in variously scholarly engagement opportunities at research, community engagement, or in-service learning levels.  

Inherent requirements:

Lecturer

• A PhD in Theology or related discipline on NQF Level 10 (for a permanent appointment) 

or

• Master’s degree in Theology or related discipline on NQF Level 9 (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD on NQF Level 10 in Theology or related discipline MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position). 
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record (attach a copy).

Senior Lecturer

• PhD on NQF Level 10 in Theology or related discipline.
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers/posters at national scholarly conferences.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
• An NRF rating or demonstrated potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
• Proven experience in supervision of graduated master’s degree students.
• A proven research record of relevant publication/s in peer reviewed national and international accredited scientific journals. 
• Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher-education levels.

Recommendations:

• A PhD in Religion Studies.
• Two years’ relevant teaching experience in the higher education environment.
• Knowledge and experience of online teaching tools such as blackboard.
• Proven research record of relevant publications in national accredited journals.
• Member of or registration with a professional body.
• Member of a national or international scholarly society or committee.
• Member of or registration with a professional body