Professor/Associate Professor: Science Education (Specialization in Chemistry Education): Senio[...]

Douglas Shire

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Job Title

Professor/Associate Professor: Science Education (Specialization in Chemistry Education): Senior Phase and FET Teaching (Re-advertisement)

Faculty

Education

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Education -> Senior Phase and Further Education & Train -Fet

Campus/ Location

Mowbray Campus - Mowbray, Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

Occupational Function

Number of Positions

1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

7/4/2024

Job Purpose

To teach undergraduate Chemistry and Chemistry Curriculum Studies

Lead the science cluster in the SPFET department and the Faculty of Education in general,

Conduct research and mentor others.

Contribute to the faculty goals in teaching, research, community engagement/administration, and Teaching Practice.

This post has been created for the purpose of raising the standard of scholarship in the field of Science Education in the Faculty.

The purpose of the post is to provide academic leadership to build capacity by initiating relevant research projects, strengthening research capacity, providing mentorship to novice researchers (staff members) and supervising postgraduate students up to doctoral level.

The appointee will contribute to the spectrum of academic functions including teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, supervising students on teaching practice, curriculum development, academic administration and conducting research in the subject area of Science Education.

The focus of this appointment is to strengthen postgraduate research capacity across the faculty therefore the incumbent will engage with researchers in all departments to seek opportunities for multidisciplinary projects.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: PROFESSOR:

A Doctoral degree in Chemistry Education or Science Education with specialization in Chemistry

Chemistry or Chemistry Education as a major subject at Bachelor’s level

A relevant teaching qualification

At least ten (10) years’ relevant experience in teaching in higher education of which three (3) years must be at Senior Lecturer level comprising of relevant academic management experience.

Recipient of research awards and grants

Demonstrable track record of publications in accredited and peer-reviewed journals over the last 5 years (nationally and internationally)

Post-graduate students supervised to completion relevant to the Education field (preferably in the field SP FET)

Experience in supervision of students on teaching practice.

NRF rated.

Adequate knowledge of South African CAPS requirements.

Experience as an external examiner/moderator at masters’ and doctoral levels.

Experience in curriculum development

Knowledge of the HEQSF processes

Proven evidence of academic and research leadership qualities/high stature in the field nationally and/or internationally

Recommendations: Professor

Previous experience in a similar position or at an equivalent level

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR:

A Doctoral degree in Chemistry Education or Science Education with specialization in Chemistry

Chemistry or Chemistry Education as a major subject at Bachelor’s level

A relevant teaching qualification

At least (6) six years’ relevant experience in teaching in higher education of which three (3) years must be at Senior Lecturer level comprising of relevant academic management experience.

Recipient of research awards and grants

Demonstrable track record of publications in accredited and peer-reviewed journals over the last 5 years (nationally and internationally)

Post-graduate students supervised to completion relevant to the Education field (preferably in the field of SP FET)

Experience in supervision of students on teaching practice

Adequate knowledge of South African CAPS requirements.

Experience as an external examiner/moderator at masters’ and doctoral levels.

Experience in curriculum development

Knowledge of the HEQSF processes

Proven evidence of academic and research leadership qualities/high stature in the field nationally and/or internationally

Recommendations: Associate Professor

Previous experience in a similar position or at an equivalent level

NRF rated

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities Coordinate and lecturer at undergraduate and postgraduate in Chemistry/Science Education and/or related fields

Oversee and contribute to capacity development in the department/faculty

Leading, conducting and promoting research in the respective department/faculty

Provide appropriate academic and administrative leadership

Assessment and academic development

Academic administration

Curriculum and programme development

Participate in Quality Assurance activities in the department/faculty

Research

Supervision of students on teaching practice

Community engagement and involvement in extracurricular activities

Coaching and mentoring of others

Develop and maintain linkages with other institutions and communities of practice

Engagement and building partnerships (Networking with schools and other partners)

Knowledge and experience of the hybrid models of teaching and learning (face-to-face and online learning)

Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department..

Excellent teaching skills

Excellent organizational and planning skills

Good presentation skills using different technologies and software teaching Chemistry and Science Science

Sound administrative and technical skills

Academic management skills

Academic leadership skills

Coaching and mentoring of staff and students

Adaptability and teamwork

Strong learner focus

Knowledge of education policies nationally (including CAPS)

Ability to work in a team

General Information Closing Date:  07 April 2023

For enquires and assistance with your online application , please contact Mr Odwa Siza, (Human Capital Department) on (021) 959 6738 or 0812484251.

NB: Internal applicants interested in higher level academic positions are encouraged to apply for Ad Hominem promotion if they are eligible. To ensure fairness and consistency, all applications will be assessed against the University’s Ad Hominem Promotions criteria for the respective level(s) applied for and must satisfy the criteria to be considered. In instances where a post is advertised across two levels or more (e.g., Senior lecturer/ Associate Professor/ Professor), preference will be given to applicants who meet the requirements at a higher level. Applicants must specify the level at which their application(s) should be considered. The University reserves the right to appoint at a lower level.

Please ensure that your on-line CV highlights and includes the following information :

1. All your completed qualifications and the abstract of your undergraduate qualification

2. Details of your Teaching qualification.

3. Abstract of your Doctoral degree.

4. Subjects you have taught and at which level.

5. Details regarding your research output/publication record/post graduate supervision/grants and awards and other scholarly achievements.

6. Details of your Permanent Residency ( where applicable) .

NB: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SYSTEM DOES NOT ALLOW APPLICANTS TO UPLOAD CVs. IT IS THUS IMPORTANT THAT APPLICANTS COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS COMPREHENSIVELY AS FAILURE TO DO SO MIGHT DISADVANTAGE YOU. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR APPLICATION ON THE SYSTEM WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION AS THIS WILL BE THE ONLY CRITERIA USED FOR EVALUATION OF YOUR APPLICATION BY OUR PANEL.

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

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We are also the largest university in the province.

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