Government EntityUniversity of KwaZulu-Natal
    LocationKwaZulu-Natal, Pinetown
    Reference Numberukzn_000873
    SalaryMarket Related
    Centre / LocationPinetown
    Closing DateJuly 23, 2026
    Source and Applicationukzn.ci.hr

    Industry: Education & Training

    Job category: University and Academy

    Contract: Permanent

    COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES, SENIOR LECTURER, EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP MANAGEMENT AND POLICY (ELMP), SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, EDGWOOD CAMPUS.

    Requirements

    PhD degree (NQF level 10) in Educational Leadership Management and Policy or relevant discipline. Three (3) years working experience in either Teaching, Lecturing, research, or Industry (in the relevant field or discipline).Evidence of current and sustained research publication record in quality scientific journals (5 - 10), appropriate for the level.A track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at the Master's and/or PhD level appropriate for the level.Demonstrated ability to apply for research grants, either as the Principal Investigator or as a member of a team.This appointment will be made in line with the University Guidelines/benchmarks, which are available on the University Vacancies website at http://vacancies.ukzn.ac.za/Academic-Process-Proc-Guides.aspx The closing date for receipt of applications is 23 July 2026All applicants are required to apply online on Career Portal, https://ukzn.ci.hr/applicant/index.php Kindly note that the University of KwaZulu-Natal (“the University”) is required to process any Personal Information (as defined by the Protection of Personal Act, 2013 “POPIA”) submitted by candidates when applying for positions at the University. The provision of Personal Information is a requirement in terms of the University’s recruitment and selection process. The retention of any personal information is as a consequence of the University being bound by legislative requirements and/or good governance practices as well as record keeping for statistical purposes. The University will endeavour to ensure that the appropriate security measures are in place and implemented for both electronic and paper-based formats that are used for processing of the personal information recorded through this recruitment and selection process

    Duties

    The School of Education is globally recognised for its world-class programs in pre-service teacher education, adult education, workplace learning, and higher education. We are committed to offering teacher education that is appropriate to both national and global contexts, of a high quality, and accessible to a diverse range of students.The School seeks to employ a dedicated individual who will coordinate and lecture on modules in Educational Leadership, Management, and Policy (ELMP) at postgraduate levels, supervise and assess undergraduate teaching practice, and supervise postgraduate students. This position requires an academic willing to engage in curriculum development and delivery, and who will play a leading role in teaching and research in the ELMP sub-discipline.The incumbent will report to the Head of Discipline.

    Source / Circular Reference

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