Lecturer: Technology and Natural Science Education

Listing reference: ukzn_000471
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 29 November 2024
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Durban
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan. College of Humanities, Edgewood Campus
Job description

The School of Education is well established with a strong research profile and has a large number of undergraduate and postgraduate students.   The incumbent will teach and supervise students in Technology Education and Natural Sciences Education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. S/he will also be engaged with teaching practice, curriculum development, and delivery as well as research in Technology Education and/or Science Education. This position requires an academic who is willing to undertake further studies and research to contribute to the Science and Technology Education Cluster’s broader mission of Science and Technology Education provision and community engagement.   

The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader : Science and Technology Education.

Minimum requirements

  • A PhD degree in Technology Education and Natural Sciences Education or related discipline OR Master’s degree in Technology Education and Natural Sciences Education or related discipline, with evidence of submission of PhD for examination
  • Experience in teaching in a relevant field at tertiary institution
  • Current research activity as evidenced by a publication in a peer-reviewed journal, book chapter and/or conference proceedings
 This appointment will be made in line with the University Guidelines/benchmarks which are available on the University Vacancies website on http://vacancies.ukzn.ac.za/Academic-Process-Proc-Guides.aspx

 Enquiries and details regarding this post may be directed to Dr D. Sibanda, email: sibandad@ukzn.ac.za

Benefits

Appointment to this post will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service.

The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.  

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