| Government Entity | North West University |
|---|---|
| Location | North West, Potchefstroom |
| Reference Number | nwu_004510 |
| Salary | The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines. |
| Centre / Location | Potchefstroom |
| Closing Date | July 21, 2026 |
| Source and Application | nwu.ci.hr |
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) FACULTY OF EDUCATION – SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES IN EDUCATION POSITION NUMBER: P001490 VACANCY: LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER PEROMNES GRADE: A7/A8 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FIXED-TERM APPOINTMENT
Requirements
LECTURER:A Masters of Education in Curriculum Studies or related field (NQF Level 9). A minimum of two (3) years’ teaching experience at a secondary and/or tertiary education level.SENIOR LECTURER:A PhD in Curriculum Studies or related field (NQF Level 10). A minimum of three (3) years’ teaching experience at a tertiary education level. Postgraduate Supervision: Successfully supervised at least one master’s student to completion. At least 3 publications in accredited journals. KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning in a higher education context, in Curriculum Studies or a related field.Demonstrated ability to design, assess and moderate undergraduate and postgraduate learning activities.Demonstrated experience in curriculum development, study guide development and the preparation of teaching and learning materials.Demonstrated ability to use learning management systems and educational technologies to support teaching, learning and assessment.Demonstrated recent experience in publishing accredited research outputs and or contributing to research initiatives.Demonstrated experience in postgraduate supervision, community engagement and/or professional academic service.BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES Good interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.Ability to take initiative, solve problems and exercise sound judgement.Reliability, accountability and commitment to professional and ethical academic conduct.REMUNERATION:The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof. CP van der Vyver on 018 299 4587ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Rouzen Slambert on 018 285 2861CLOSING DATE: 21 July 2026PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possibleKindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.It all starts here ®
Duties
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION To fill a fixed-term temporary position of five years in SPSE in the subject group Curriculum Studies.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Teaching and Learning2. Research3. Community engagement4. Academic leadership
Source / Circular Reference
nwu.ci.hr