Advert reference: uj_001717
Advert status: Online
Apply by: 3 November 2024
Position Summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Education and Training
Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway Campus
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Open to all
Level: Skilled
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice.
Job description
The University of Johannesburg is actively recruiting for a Lecturer in the Department of Industrial Psychology and People Management in the Industrial Psychology programme.
Duties:
The incumbent will be expected to:
Teaching and learning: Delivering engaging and informative lectures on various Human Resource Management modules, catering to both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Designing assessments and grading student work accurately and promptly.
Research: Engaging in extensive research within the broad fields of Human Resource Management, contributing to the development of new knowledge and advancements in the discipline.
Research Pipeline: Establishing and maintaining a steady research pipeline to ensure consistent and impactful contributions to the academic community.
Professional Partnerships: Cultivating and nurturing professional relationships with industry partners to facilitate collaboration, internships, and research opportunities for students and the department.
Student Supervision: Providing guidance and supervision to Postgraduate students at Honours and Masters levels, fostering their academic and research growth.
Academic Administration: Assisting in academic administrative tasks and contributing to the efficient functioning of the department.
Committee Participation: Active involvement in departmental and college-level committees, sharing expertise and contributing to the decision-making process.
Leadership Support: Contributing to academic leadership initiatives within the department.
Minimum requirements
A relevant Master's degree in Human Resource Management / Employment Relations / Industrial Psychology (or the equivalent thereof).
Lecturing experience in either Human Resource Management or Industrial Psychology and related subjects at a reputable higher education institution.
Knowledge of the online learning environment and ability to use and lecture on an online learner management system, e.g., Moodle.
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Well-developed quantitative and qualitative methodology skills
Good time management skills.
Good planning and organising skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Good listening skills.
Good conflict management skills.
Self-driven and a lifelong learner.
Good leadership and collaborative skills
Sound problem-solving and decision-making skills
Team player
Ethical practices
Recommendations:
Currently enrolled/completing a PhD in Human Resource Management (or the equivalent thereof).
Professional registration with the South African Board for People Practices is advantageous.
Able to lecture online.
Knowledge of the online learning environment
Evidence of visibility within the academic community
Supervised research projects of postgraduate students successfully at Honours and Masters levels
Articulate in quantitative and/or qualitative methodology skills.
Engagement in and a record of DHET accredited research publications and presentations at conferences.
Enquiries:
Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof Calvin Mabaso on Tel: (011) 559 4425
Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Mrs Antoinette Kanfer (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 2548
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/or a portfolio of your creative output.
Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO.
Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
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