The University of Pretoria is a multi-faculty research-intensive university that has remained among the top South African universities in research output and impact. UP is also the top producer of graduates in the country. With campuses in Pretoria and its surrounds, as well as in the country’s economic hub, Johannesburg, UP is conveniently situated...
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop a new business plan for the integrated laboratories; and undertake a cost analysis of said new business plan;
- Design a potential implementation strategy for the laboratory merger, including:
- Consideration towards compliance and regulatory oversight;
- Laboratory quality systems in accordance with SANAS requirements;
- Financial and procurement management including integrated debtors control/management for the laboratories;
- Coordination within the LIMS arm of the VetView software for laboratory operations;
- Design the flow between sample reception and the laboratories;
- Advice on staffing and other resource needs for the Unit;
- Advice on general administration requirements of the Unit; and
- Create a marketing strategy for the business unit.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A relevant Honours-degree in laboratory science or a related field;
- Six years’ experience in strategic laboratory management of which two years should include experience in managing staff, including administrative and technical staff;
- Experience with financial management;
- High-level liaison with internal and external stakeholders;
- Experience in establishing and managing collaborations/partnerships; and
- Knowledge of and experience with SANAS requirements.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:
Grade processing:
- Capturing data on the learning management system (LMS);
- Setting up and checking the processing and calculations involved in grade processing;
- Handling and capturing missing grades and accommodations for absentees;
- Assisting lecturers with finalisation of semester and exam marks;
- Uploading marks from the LMS to the University grade system (Peoplesoft).
Practical and tutorial support:
- Scheduling practicals and tutorials and assigning demonstrators and tutors to these (In collaboration with instructor/laboratory manager and lecturers.);
- Communicating practical and tutorial sessions to students;
- Managing practical and tutorial exceptions and exemptions;
- Managing the dividing of large courses into the various practical sessions and then into smaller groups;
Appointment of demonstrators and tutors:
- Compiling, updating and distributing advertisements in collaboration with the Head of Department;
- Assisting with the selection of demonstrators and tutors;
- Assisting with the appointment process and remuneration queries;
- Assisting with ad-hoc claims involving tutors and demonstrators;
Administrative support:
- Arranging for the printing of tests and exams;
- Storing exam and test scripts securely and arrange for delivery to venues on the day of the assessment;
- Scanning tests and exams and supervising markers and the marking process;
- Arranging for invigilators and confirming venues.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A Relevant National 3-year Diploma in a scientific discipline with at least three (3) years’ relevant experience in administration; OR
- Grade 12 with at least five (5) years’ relevant experience in administration;
- Experience with an LMS.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:
- Patient care (monitoring, feeding, handling and assisting with procedures etc);
- Clinic management (hygiene, stock control, pharmacy orders, care of equipment, safety measures, charge sheets etc.);
- Assist with practical student training;
- Communicating with Clients, Sales representatives, Private Practitioners and visiting students;
- Assist with practical demonstrations and assist students and student nurses in performing certain tasks e.g. preparation of drips;
- Biosecurity and safety (ensure standards, apply policies and report any safety issues)
- Self-development;
- Being flexible to work in other sections in the OVAH; and
- Performing shift duties.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- BVetNurse qualification; and
- Registration as Veterinary Nurse with the South African Veterinary Council.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will actively participate in the following areas:
- The successful candidate will mainly be responsible for the equine ambulatory mobile clinic;
- Clinical service in the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital and surrounding community, including participation in a 24-hour service;
- Teaching and practical training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate veterinary and/or veterinary nursing students in a relevant field;
- Network with relevant stakeholders in a relevant industry;
- Research and publication in national and international journals;
- Departmental and faculty administrative duties as delegated by the Head of the Department;
- Community engagement; and
- Academic self-development as appropriate to the individual’s academic career.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Lecturer:
- A BVSc or BVMCh degree or an equivalent veterinary qualification;
- Registration (or registrable) as a Veterinarian with SAVC;
- Demonstrate the potential to become competent lecturer at the undergraduate level; and
- Demonstrate strong potential to become an established specialist clinician in an academic environment.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will actively participate in the following areas:
- Clinical service in the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital and surrounding community, including participation in a 24-hour service for 30 - 40 weeks per year;
- Commitment to study towards a relevant Masters-degree;
- Teaching and practical training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate veterinary and/or veterinary nursing students in a relevant field
- Network with relevant stakeholders in a relevant industry;
- Research and publication in national and international journals;
- Departmental and faculty administrative duties as delegated by the Head of the Department; and
- Community engagement.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Lecturer:
- A BVSc or BVMCh degree or an equivalent veterinary qualification;
- Registration (or registrable) as a Veterinarian with SAVC;
- Commitment to study towards a relevant Masters-degree;
- Demonstrate the potential to become competent lecturer at the undergraduate level; and
- Demonstrate strong potential to become an established specialist clinician in an academic environment.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Communication support and strategy:
- Assist in the annual registration project, set-up and communication;
- Conduct research, and stay updated on industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in communication strategies, for approval and implementation;
- Suggest innovative solutions for technical support and communication to management for consideration and implementation;
- Liaise with external service providers to resolve incidents that have been reported;
- Draft and submit reports as required;
Communication with staff and students:
- Provide advice to DESA on technical requirements for updating the DESA website and Chatbot;
- Configure the template, and consider the technical specifications required to send short communication messages and emails;
- Liaise with the Communication Unit with regard to messages to students, and the use of social media;
- Sent urgent short message service (SMS) messages to students to communicate information;
- Send emails as required for additional information to students;
- Ensure acknowledgement of applications, emails, letters and SMSs;
- Manage communication of all programmes' admission and selection processes;
Website updates:
- Update and maintain all DESA web developments and improvements.
- Liaise with the relevant stakeholders to ensure the website provides accurate institutional information;
- Manage podcasts (PODs) and videos for web pages;
- Maintain the What to Study site on UP Web for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, for all faculties, per programme;
- Update all information and grids in accordance with the latest programme requirements and SENEX decisions;
- Update student FAQs on the web;
- Responsible for adding new student FAQs in accordance with UP publications (Campus News articles, Fact Finder, web announcements, Tukkievaria, JuniorTukkie magazine) and changes in systems and/or procedures;
- Remove outdated FAQs;
- Update existing FAQs in accordance with the latest information (dates, requirements, fees, procedures).
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree (Language, Communication or Linguistics degree), with
- A total of three years’ experience in / knowledge of:
- External / internal communication at a Higher Education Institution or large corporate company;
- Editing, translation, and quality assurance;
- Project Management;
- Information Management;
- Working in an academic institution;
- Different communication systems;
- Managing responses and engagements on social media;
OR
- A total of three-year National Diploma, with
- Five years’ experience in / knowledge of:
- External / internal communication at a Higher Education Institution or large corporate company;
- Editing, translation, and quality assurance;
- Project Management;
- Information Management;
- Working in an academic institution;
- Different communication systems;
- Managing responses and engagements on social media.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Performing office administration;
- Performing administration of all activities with regard to student applications, student administration, student records and examinations;
- Arrange students’ learner registration with the SANC on commencement of studies (including distribution and collection of application forms and proof of payment, submission to the SANC and management of a filing system of submissions);
- Complete declarations of completion for registration with the SANC, obtain required signatures and arrange for delivery thereof to the SANC;
- Address students’ enquiries and concerns related to SANC registration and use an appropriate referral system;
- Create and sustain a filing system related to practical requirements by the respective post-basic programmes;
- Obtain and file proof of completion of practica (practical books, clinical hours and all related information);
- Processing correspondence (written and e-mail);
- Assist with preparation for official visits by regulatory bodies, and activities resulting from such visits;
- Performing ad hoc tasks within the Department as determined by line-manager from time-to-time;
- Take minutes during meetings;
- Keep the line-manager informed about processes and student-related issues.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- An appropriate three-year tertiary diploma in administration or equivalent qualification
- One year administrative and secretarial experience in a tertiary environment
OR
- Grade 12 plus three years administrative and secretarial experience in a tertiary environment
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:
- Co-ordinating, managing, and providing oversight of the library component of the first-year orientation week in collaboration with the Department of Student Affairs on an annual basis;
- Managing the unit and staff according to relevant policies and procedures;
- Giving input, align and ensure implementation of the DLS and UP Strategies
- Developing and publishing the teaching and learning training plan to the DLS website and revise as required;
- Co-ordinating, managing, and conducting the weekly Information and Digital literacy training for all students;
- Developing training material for Academic Staff on training on Turnitin and AI issues, Academic Integrity, Copyright compliance and conduct training on an ongoing basis;
- Raising awareness of DLS products and services in collaboration with partners to UP internal and external stakeholders;
- Identifying, partnering, liaising and collaborating with champions in Academic Departments, Student Affairs, SRC and other student organisations as well as House committees to market to and train students concerning the products and services of the DLS on an ongoing basis;
- Managing and optimising the physical facilities of the Learning Centre;
- Ensure optimal workflow and identification and implementation of best practices;
- Liaising with high profile clients.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A four year library degree (e.g., B. Bibl. PG Dip. LIS or B. Inf (Hons) PLUS four years’ experience in a academic library or research library working as an Information Specialist with knowledge of various subjects and the work environment of the primary users, Training, teaching and learning and Marketing.
Advanced two years’ experience in the following:
- Research processes;
- Knowledge of the impact and use of technologies;
- Teaching and Learning strategies.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Project Management
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans aligned with strategic objectives;
- Manage own projects using platforms such as Asana or MS Project;
- Map interventions and data metrics using frameworks such as the Logical Framework, Design Thinking, or similar.
Research & Analytics
- Manage institutional research projects within higher education contexts;
- Create and manage measurement instruments for robust data collection;
- Apply data-mining and statistical techniques for descriptive and predictive analytics;
- Perform gap analyses related to systems, policies, and processes;
- Evaluate outcomes and institutional impact through monitoring and reporting;
- Develop clear, engaging visual reports using tools like Tableau or Power BI;
- Partner with Education Innovation (EI) and Institutional Research and Analytics (IRA) to embed data-driven decision-making into institutional processes.
Technology Management
- Support key research and academic technologies, including platforms such as the Power BI, Student Feedback systems and Readiness Surveys;
- Utilise research database infrastructure to support research activities (i.e. Snowflake, PSCS, Power BI);
- Assist stakeholders in utilising learning analytics dashboards effectively.
Training & Development
- Train key stakeholders on internal technologies and dashboards.
- Present findings at conferences and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.
- Collaborate across departments to promote data literacy and ensure data quality.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Honours degree in a Quantitative and Social Sciences Discipline;
- At least four years of experience in:
- Experience in quantitative research in a tertiary education environment or at a research entity
- Experience with data analysis programming languages (e.g., R / Python)
- Experience with data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI)
- Experience in managing and maintaining research databases infrastructure (i.e. connection, ETL, access and reporting).
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:
- Organising, developing and presenting practicals in genetics at undergraduate level in collaboration with the academic personnel;
- The academic administration and logistical coordination of undergraduate modules; including marking of assignments, tests and examinations and administration of the marks, as well as liaising with the registered students.
- Coordinating activities of the assigned tutors/demonstrators;
- Research support by assisting with financial and research administration;
- Actively contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of the Division of Genetics (and the Dept of BGM) by inter alia overseeing the general maintenance of facilities and equipment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Honours degree with specialisation in Genetics (NQF level 8) or a closely related field;
- At least five (5) years of relevant experience in academic administration of undergraduate modules, as well as in developing and presenting practicals/tutorials at tertiary level;
- At least five (5) years of relevant experience in a research environment.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be expected to fulfil the duties of a Lecturer in the Department of Early Childhood Education as described in the minimum requirements. These duties include:
- Curriculum development and lecturing of modules in the programme(s) based in the Department;
- Pursuing research activities such as own research, research-based publications and the supervision of postgraduate students registered in the Department;
- Developing, presenting and co-ordinating undergraduate and postgraduate courses for pre-service and in-service teachers and other students for contact and distance programmes;
- Mentoring students for practice teaching/work-integrated learning;
- Using a learning management system to develop and present courses;
- Presenting lectures and programmes in an E-learning environment;
- Providing a significant contribution to research outputs, postgraduate teaching and supervision.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Lecturer:
- M Ed in Early Childhood Education / Foundation Phase/ Learner Support, or equivalent degree;
- One to three years of teaching experience in the Foundation Phase;
- One to three years of teaching experience at a Higher Education
Institution in Early Childhood Education (Foundation Phase);
- Evidence of some research experience;
- Evidence of school-based or related tertiary-level experience;
- Evidence of some experience in community projects;
- Evidence of some admin or managerial skills or leadership and commitment to ongoing professional development.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbents will be required to:
- Participate in a formal development programme aimed at strengthening their aspirations and skills as researchers and lecturers;
- Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses;
- Mentor and supervise postgraduate students;
- Conduct collaborative research in their research specialisation areas;
- Play an active role as academics, nationally and internationally;
- Complete their PhD studies in instances where these have not yet been completed;
- Assume limited administration responsibilities in their departments.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
LECTURER:
- A Master’s degree with a 70% average mark in the relevant discipline;
- Illustrate the potential to become a competent lecturer at the undergraduate level;
- Illustrate strong potential to become an established researcher.
SENIOR LECTURER:
- A relevant doctoral degree;
- Proven teaching experience;
- Proven record of publications;
- Proven record of supervision of postgraduate students to completion.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for the following:
- Undertaking teaching, learning, and research, encompassing the development, coordination, and presentation of Health Promotion, Public Health Nutrition/ Sexual and Reproductive Health, and Public Health modules;
- Participating actively in teaching core modules offered by the school;
- Providing dedicated supervision for MPH, MSc, and PhD students within the School of Health Systems and Public Health (SHSPH);
- Fostering a culture of academic excellence, innovation, and rigorous scholarly inquiry;
- Strengthening the school’s research portfolio in Health Promotion and Public Health Nutrition/ Sexual and Reproductive Health;
- Engaging in collaborative research initiatives within the faculty and across the University, as well as with local and international public health scientists;
- Securing research grants/funding to support research and postgraduate students;
- Enhancing the teaching of both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes;
- Providing strategic, academic, and operational leadership within the SHSPH;
- Playing an active role as an academic leader in the areas of Health Promotion, Public health Nutrition/ Sexual and Reproductive Health and Qualitative Research Methodology;
- Developing and nurturing partnerships with local and international public health experts and institutions to advance research, teaching, and community engagement.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Lecturer:
- Master’s in Public Health or relevant field;
- Minimum 2 accredited publications (ideally more, preferably in last 3 years and in ISI journals - some first author);
- One year teaching experience.
Senior Lecturer:
- PhD in Public Health or relevant field;
- Minimum 5 accredited publications (ideally more, preferably in last 3 years and in ISI journals - some first author);
- Conference papers delivered;
- At least 2 postgraduate students supervised (completed) (preferably Masters level or higher);
- At least 3 years’ teaching experience;
- Course/block coordinator or equivalent;
- Some curriculum development/innovation.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teaching Human Anatomy, Histology and Cell Biology at a tertiary level;
- Being actively involved in research in a related field;
- Acting as a supervisor for postgraduate students, including the publication thereof;
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Lecturer Clinical:
- Masters in Medicine/Dentistry;
- Research experience in Human Anatomical Sciences with 1 accredited publication;
- Registration with HPCSA (if qualified as a Dentist or Medical Practitioner).
Lecturer Basic Sciences
- A scientific related Masters degree;
- Research experience in Human Anatomical Sciences with 2 accredited publications (preferably in last 3 years and ISI journals).
Senior Lecturer Clinical:
- Masters in Medicine/Dentistry;
- 3 years teaching experience (Preferbaly in Human Anatomy);
- 3 accredited scientific publications (preferably in ISI journal);
- At least 2 Master's student supervised to completion;
- Conference papers delivered;
- Community engagement;
- Curriculum development/innovation;
- Registration with HPCSA.
Senior Lecturer Basic Sciences:
- A relevant Doctorate degree in Health Sciences
- 5 accredited scientific publications (preferably in last 3 years and ISI journals);
- 3 years teaching experience (Preferbaly in Human Anatomy);
- At Least 2 postgraduate student supervised to completion (Masters or higher);
- Conference papers delivered;
- Community engagement;
- Curriculum development/innovation.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinating the optimum functioning of the Diagnostic Imaging Section;
- Rendering outstanding client service;
- Ensuring efficient clinic management (record keeping, hygiene, stock control, care of equipment, safety measures and maintenance contracts etc.);
- Playing a leading role in the information systems and related information technology matters;
- Supervising and managing support staff, evaluating staff performance and arranging continued training and education;
- Ensuring open communication within the section and between the sections and the Hospital Manager;
- Managing expenditure control and submit inputs towards the capital equipment budget;
- Assisting with cost estimates for procedures;
- Communicating with patient owners;
- Taking responsibility for and overseeing maintenance of all veterinary, general and specialised diagnostic imaging equipment used in the service area;
- Reporting all facilities-related damages and shortcomings and check that maintenance is done satisfactory;
- Ensuring radiation safety protocols are up to date and adhere to;
- Ensuring that clinic hygiene and biosecurity is of the highest standard;
- Assisting with continuous informal training of students and student nurses;
- Performing relief duties in other sections in the OVAH; and
- Performing shift duties.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (DipCurAnim or Dip Vet Nursing) or Degree in Vet Nursing
- Registered as veterinary nurse with the South African Veterinary Council; and
- Four years’ experience in veterinary nursing.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the subject field of New Testament studies;
- Conducting scholarly research in the field of New Testament (and related literature);
- Supervising master’s and doctoral students (if the successful candidate has a relevant doctoral degree);
- Mentoring students at undergraduate level;
- Performing academic administration and management;
- Performing other duties as delegated by the Head of the Department.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Associate Professor:
- A relevant doctoral degree;
- At least 5 years’ tertiary experience or related teaching experience;
- Experience in curriculum development and curriculum innovation;
- At least 15-20 publications in a variety of accredited journals;
- Evidence of successful research Master’s supervision (at least 5 successfully completed) and at least 2 successful Doctoral supervisions;
- Experience in academic administration experience and participation in departmental committees;
- Established nationally as a scholar and researcher.
Professor:
- A relevant doctoral degree;
- At least 8 years’ tertiary teaching experience;
- Experience in curriculum development and curriculum innovation;
- At least 20 – 30 publications in a variety of accredited journals of which at least 8 of the publications should be ISI and other accredited journals;
- Evidence of successful research Master’s supervision (at least 10 successfully completed) and evidence of at least 4 successful doctoral supervisions;
- Experience in academic administration and participation in departmental committees
- Established nationally and internationally as a scholar and researcher.
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