Recruitment Vacancies at University of Cape Town

Requirements

• Masters’ degree in Biokinetics/ Human Movement Science/ Sport Science/ Exercise Science or related field in Health Sciences.
• Registered as independent Biokineticist with HPCSA for at least 3 years.
• At least two years of experience in teaching to undergraduate or postgraduate students in Biokinetics, Human Movement Science or Exercise Science
• At least three years of experience as a practicing biokineticist within a Biokinetics Practice environment or multi-disciplinary environment.
• Experience in clinical skills teaching to Biokinetic students and clinical supervision of Biokinetic students.
• Evidence of previous experience in setting up and management of a clinical practice or a project related to health and wellness.  

    The following will be advantageous:

• Experience Biokinetics Service Delivery in the Public Health Domain.
• Active member of the Biokinetics Association of South Africa (BASA)

Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver lectures, tutorials, practicals and assessments to Undergraduate and Postgraduate Biokinetics groups.
• Design and deliver clinical teaching and assessments for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Biokinetics students via clinical training platforms, case-study presentations, and patient simulation.
• Provide clinical supervision to Undergraduate and Postgraduate Biokinetics students.
• Assist in the curriculum development of a new Biokinetics Undergraduate Qualification.
• Assist with the strategic development of a UCT Interdisciplinary Health Care Practice.
• Manage the setting-up and day-to-day operations of the UCT Biokinetics Practice that will provide Biokinetics Services to incoming patients.
• Lead and plan the development and manage the UCT Biokinetics Practice that will provide Biokinetics services to incoming patients.
• Initiate and manage community-based Health and Wellness programmes for the provision of a clinical training platform for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Biokinetics students.
• Perform leadership, management and administrative functions related to the operational needs of the Division, including teaching, clinical practice, convening of clinical rotations as well as curriculum development of the new Biokinetics Undergraduate Degree.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• PhD in a relevant field (e.g., marine biogeochemistry, oceanography, environmental/Earth science, chemistry).
• At least two years of relevant postdoctoral experience
• Experience conducting experiments and collecting samples at sea
• Strong background in experimental design and proficiency in applying analytical techniques related to marine biogeochemistry
• Experience with isotope ratio mass spectrometry and the calibration and interpretation of isotope data
• Experience working in low-oxygen and/or low-nutrient environments
• A track record of conference presentations and publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate on research projects
• Experience mentoring students in a research setting
• Excellent interpersonal, planning, and organisational skills

THE FOLLOWING WOULD BE ADVANTAGEOUS:

• Experience using the denitrifier method to measure nitrogen isotopes
• Experience conducting research using complementary techniques such as marine ‘omics
• Experience in phytoplankton culturing techniques and designing laboratory-based culture studies
• Multiple first-author publications in international peer-reviewed journals

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and conduct field-based marine biogeochemistry research, including on research cruises, that contributes to research project deliverables.
• Analyse a range of biogeochemical parameters in the laboratory, including the nitrogen and oxygen isotope ratios of dissolved and particulate nitrogen species via isotope ratio mass spectrometry.
• Contribute to methods development, to improve and/or augment ongoing efforts in the Marine Biogeochemistry Lab.
• Contribute to project logistics and annual reporting.
• Participate in project meetings and other collaborative activities including workshops and summer schools.
• Develop an independent, complementary research stream to augment the vision and capabilities of the Marine Biogeochemistry Lab.
• Prepare and publish research findings in internationally recognised, peer-reviewed journals.
• (Co-)supervise and mentor postgraduate students.
• Present research at national and international conferences.
• Contribute to grant writing to secure funding for future projects.
• Maintain excellent planning and organisational skills to ensure efficient research project execution.

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Requirements:

• A medical doctor registerable or registered with the HPCSA as a specialist or sub specialist in Medicine or its affiliated disciplines.
• A record of scholarship and experience in the areas of clinical service delivery, teaching, training and research
• Knowledge of the health sector in South Africa and insight into the challenges and opportunities for advancing health care in South Africa and Africa
• Demonstrated ability as a manager for at least 5 years at senior level
• Appreciable record of scholarship and research

Advantages:

• Insight into the challenges and opportunities for advancing health care in South Africa and Africa
• Track record of mentorship and educational engagement at UG and PG level
• PhD will be an advantage
• International reputation as a leader in their discipline
• Track record of teamwork and building effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
• Track record of attracting funding through clinical studies and research grants
• Ability to mentor and support junior colleagues

Responsibilities:

• Will provide leadership and actively participate in the clinical service, undergraduate and postgraduate education and training, and promote a multidisciplinary approach to Medicine.
• Will provide leadership, inspire innovation and change, and manage the staff, resources and performance of the Department of Medicine.
• Should have demonstrated leadership in the field of Medicine, and have experience in the areas of clinical service delivery, education and training.
• Should have a good record of scholarship and research.  
• Should have insight into the challenges and opportunities for advancing health care in South Africa and Africa.
• Should have an understanding of and committment to the Primary Health Care approach to education and training, and have an outcomes based approach to the services provided.
• Will provide and demonstrate excellent leadership in attracting and developing students and staff.
• Will provide leadership with regard to issues of diversity, transformation and equity.

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REQUIREMENTS FOR ROLE WITH A FOCUS IN ACTING:

• A PhD or Masters (MA) in Theatre and/or Performance Studies in a cognate field. In the case of an MA, the candidate would need to show a strong commitment to advancing meaningfully in their PhD studies (for example an existing registration for the PhD in Theatre and/or Performance Studies or a cognate field
• Ability to teach in English, and bilingual proficiency in any Nguni language or Afrikaans
• A proven track record in teaching Acting and Contemporary Performance to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• A proven track record in teaching theatre voice and movement.
• A proven track record in lecturing academic aspects of Theatre and Performance Studies to both undergraduate and postgraduate students, with a particular focus on contemporary performance.
• A proven track record of making and directing both professional and student theatre productions.
• A proven track record of research (inclusive of creative works) in Theatre and Performance Studies, and a commitment to postgraduate supervision in contemporary performance practice, with a focus on performance within the South African context and a broadened African context.
• Demonstrated administrative abilities (for example, course design and administration) within the context of a tertiary institution.

ADVANTAGEOUS FOR ROLE WITH A FOCUS IN ACTING:

• Demonstrated leadership (for example, course convenorship) within the context of a tertiary institution
• Familiarity with student and/or course management software
• The capacity to engage and facilitate the expansion of the CTDPS’s networks into the broader African Continent and taking UCT’s mission of being a world-class African university seriously.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE WITH A FOCUS IN THEATRE-MAKING:

• A PhD or Masters in Theatre and/or Performance Studies in a cognate field. In the case of an MA, the candidate would need to show a strong commitment to advancing meaningfully in their PhD studies (for example an existing registration for the PhD in Theatre and/or Performance Studies or a cognate field)
• A proven track record in teaching Mime, Physical Theatre, Performance-Making, Directing and Devising to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• A proven track record in teaching puppetry, object theatre and movement for actors.
• A proven track record in lecturing academic aspects of Theatre and Performance Studies to both undergraduate and postgraduate students, with a particular focus on contemporary performance.
• A proven track record of making and directing both professional and student theatre productions.
• A proven track record of research (inclusive of creative works) in Theatre and Performance Studies, and a commitment to postgraduate supervision in contemporary performance practice, with a focus on performance within the South African context and a broadened African context.
• Demonstrated administrative abilities (for example, course design and administration) within the context of a tertiary institution.

ADVANTAGEOUS FOR THE ROLE WITH A FOCUS IN THEATRE-MAKING:

• Capability to teach in Theatre Voice
• Ability to teach in English, and bilingual proficiency in any Nguni language or Afrikaans
• The capacity to engage and facilitate the expansion of the CTDPS’s networks into the broader African Continent and taking UCT’s mission of being a world-class African university seriously.

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR BOTH ROLES:

• Planning, implementing, coordinating and teaching both theory and practice across all four undergraduate years and at postgraduate level.
• Supervising postgraduate research
• Directing student Productions
• Leadership and Administration
• Convenorship of courses
• Research
• Social Responsiveness

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REQUIREMENTS:

• A PhD in Media Studies / a closely related field (or recently submitted for examination);
• An emerging research profile;
• Tertiary teaching experience in Media Studies and/or Cultural Studies;
• The ability to contribute to curriculum development and scholarship in research methodology, journalism studies, media & technology policy or law, social media research, or data research;
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills;
• Commitment to an inclusive and collegial work environment.

THE FOLLOWING WILL BE ADVANTAGEOUS:

• Ability to contribute to our multimedia journalism programme;
• Experience in postgraduate supervision in Media Studies and/or Cultural Studies.
• Ability to contribute to multilingual teaching strategies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The successful candidate will be required to play a major role in curriculum planning, convening, supervision, and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• The successful candidate will be expected to produce academic research and publish in the relevant areas covered by CFMS.
• The successful candidate will be expected to perform administrative tasks at departmental and faculty levels.
• The successful candidate will contribute to the institution’s commitment to socially responsive initiatives.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• Registered as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SASSCP)
• A PhD qualification or PHD currently under examination in Social Work, Social Development or cognate fields
• At least two years’ experience working within a higher education institution:
• Experience in teaching and supervision of social work students
• Experience in the supervision of postgraduate students
• Ability to convene undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses

THE FOLLOWING WOULD BE ADVANTAGEOUS:

• Experience in teaching quantitative and qualitative research methods
• Knowledge of curriculum design
• Publications in peer reviewed journals
• Proficiency in using learning management systems
• Strong computer literacy skills including proficiency in Microsoft tools  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Research supervision at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Convening undergraduate and postgraduate courses
• Convening undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, where required
• Contributing to department administration
• Developing a research and publications portfolio
• Participating in all departmental Research Ethics and MA/PhD Research Committees
• Contribution to social responsiveness

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We invite applications at Lecturer/Senior Lecturer level.

We are looking for an academic who:

• Wants to teach and contribute to the transformation of the actuarial profession;
• Has a strong interest in the development and education of actuarial students across all levels of study;
• Enjoys the intellectual stimulation and flexibility offered by an academic career; and
• is, or wants to become, an authority in their research area of interest.
• The appointee must be able to lecture on parts A2, A3 and F1 of the ASSA syllabus and should also have an interest in undertaking research. They will be expected to supervise Honours and Master’s research projects, as appropriate, in their area(s) of expertise.
• Our staff are expected to maintain a connection to actuarial work and to participate in the activities of the professional body. This connection to the profession is essential for maintaining the relevance of the programme, as well as advancing the discipline of Actuarial Science.

Requirements for the positions:

• A Fellow of the Actuarial Society of South Africa
• A demonstrable ability to teach
• At least an honours degree or equivalent
• Willingness to undertake relevant research 

Additional requirements at the rank of Senior Lecturer :

• Research supervision experience
• A postgraduate qualification (Master’s or PhD)
• Some teaching experience

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Requirements:

• Masters degree in Nursing or a relevant equivalent
• SANC accredited qualification in Child Critical Care Nursing
• Registered with SA Nursing Council as a Nurse Educator
• Registered with SA Nursing Council as a General Nurse and Midwife
• Five years clinical experience as a Child Critical Care Nurse Specialist
• Experience in teaching in the field of Child Critical Care Nursing
• Good interpersonal sklls
• Demonstrable ability to work in teams
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

The following will be advantageous:

• A PhD in Nursing or a relevant equivalent, or progress towards obtaining a PhD
• Teaching experience at a postgraduate level
• Experience in the use of digital platforms and media for teaching purposes
• Effective communication in isiXhosa

Responsibilities will include:

• Facilitation of quality teaching and learning in the Child Critical Care Nursing programme
• Managing and monitoring progress towards meeting SANC requirements for students, curricula and clinical sites
• Provision of academic support
• Participating in the curriculum development and review activities within the Division
• Supervision and co-supervision of postgraduate research
• Developing a personal research focus area in Child Critical Care Nursing
• Participation in administration and management at Divisional and Departmental level
• Participating in activities that will advance the University’s mission and vision