Wits University Associate Lecturer / Lecturer Job 2024
Job Title: Associate Lecturer / Lecturer
Location: Johannesburg,ZA
Organization Name: Technical & Vocational Education & Training-Electrical Technology (Wits School of Education)
Brief Description
The Wits School of Education is seeking to appoint a suitable candidate at Associate Lecturer/Lecturer level to contribute to the School’s Initial Teacher Education and postgraduate programmes. The suitable candidate will be expected to lecture at undergraduate and postgraduate level, supervise postgraduate research, conduct research, and contribute to the advancement of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training sector within the Electrical Technology discipline and the growing area of research in the insrtuctional issues in TVET. In addition, the successful candidate will be encouraged to collaborate in areas of course development, research, secure research funding, and pursue eLearning initiatives.
Qualifications and Experience:
The successful candidate must meet as many of the following criteria as possible:
ASSOCIATE LECTURER [3 Year Contract]
• A Master’s degree in TVET education, or related field.
• Current registration for a PhD with specialization in TVET or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Experience in teaching Electrical Technology light (electronics) or heavy current at High School / TVET or Higher Education Institutions.
• Strong hands-on skills in Problem Solving and Program Design in laboratory work.
• Candidate must be able to adhere to OSH Act regulations and procedures, maintain tools and equipment
• Candidatse must have strong commitment to both undergraduate & postgraduate education and research including mentoring.
LECTURER [Permanent]
• PhD in Vocational Education / Technology education or related field with evidence of significant research and knowledge of TVET education technology.
• Evidence of research ability or potential (a publication record would be an advantage).
• Experience in managing, monitoring, developing and evaluating academic programmes within the Faculty
• Leadership in teaching including active participation in teaching and Conference Presentations
• Leadership in research including experience in Industry research ( would be an advantage)
• Strong hands-on skills in Problem Solving and Program Design in laboratory work.
• Candidate must be able to adhere to OSH Act regulations and procedures, maintain tools and equipment
• Candidate must have strong commitment to both undergraduate & postgraduate education and research.
• Demonstrate knowledge of integrating Information & Communication Technology (ICT) tools in their teaching and the ability to develop digital learning materials.
Remuneration: Dependent on qualifications and relevant experience.
How To Apply
To apply, submit a letter of motivation – clearly indicating which position you are applying for, detailed CV and the names and contact details of three referees (incl. e-mail addresses).
Internal employees are invited to apply directly on Oracle by following the path: iWits /Self Service application/”Apply for a job”
External applicants are invited to apply, by registering a profile on the Wits i-recruitment platform located at https://irec.wits.ac.za and submitting your application.
*The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the under-represented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. Designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, means black people, women and people with disabilities.
Closing Date: 8th April 2024
Please note that only applications via the website will be considered for shortlisting.
The University reserves the right to verify all information provided by candidates and to verify credit standing. Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with short-listed candidates.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.