The Department of Psychology invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.
Main Objectives All academics are responsible for the dissemination of knowledge (teaching and learning), creation of knowledge (research), and community engagement, recognising that there are differences in the execution of these responsibilities within the various departments and Faculties. Academics are also expected to assume some administrative, management, and/or leadership duties at the departmental, Faculty, and/or University level.
The Requirements Lecturer: At least a Masters' degree in Clinical Psychology, with a commitment to register and nearing completion of PhD within the probationary period. In addition, registration with the HPCSA as a clinical psychologist is required.Three years of practice experience registered as a clinical psychologist with the HPCSA, and case supervision experience is advantageous.Some teaching experience is required. Should be acquainted with online/blended teaching, testing, and marking or be willing to immediately acquire these skills once on the job through workshop attendance or other developmental opportunities.Ability to teach and interest in any of the following areas is required:Adult and/or child psychopathology, assessment and interventionPublic Mental Health and or Professional IdentityMultilingualism in teaching and case supervision is a distinct advantage.Ability to supervise postgraduate students as research supervision at Hons, Masters, and PhD level as per qualification will be required once in the job.Some evidence and experience in conducting research.Track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).Senior Lecturer: A PhD in Psychology or cognate disciplines, and registration with the HPCSA as a clinical psychologist.Three years of practice experience registered as a clinical psychologist with the HPCSA, and case supervision experience is advantageous.Teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels required.Teaching experience and interest in any of the following areas is required:Adult and/or child psychopathology, assessment and interventionPublic Mental Health and or Professional IdentityMultilingualism in teaching and case supervision is a distinct advantage.Research supervision of at least Masters' degrees to completion required.Emerging national profile in the discipline (Good to satisfactory research track record).Track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).Application Process It is essential that prospective candidates read the role profile and further particulars document for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.
The following documents are required: A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following:Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation, and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.Proof of registration with the HPCSA as a Clinical Psychologist.Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified. Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application can be submitted to ******.
Selection Process: Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.At the interview stage, shortlisted candidates will be expected to do a short presentation.Remuneration per annum: Lecturer Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R600,141.00
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R784,132.00
Senior Lecturer Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R742,411.00
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R960,928.00
All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of no less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in and of itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.
Closing Date: 02 December 2024 If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence, Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022, and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.
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