Lecturer: Sociology of Education

    Aug 29, 2026

    Government EntityUniversity of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
    LocationGauteng, Johannesburg
    Reference Number106829
    Centre / LocationJohannesburg,ZA
    Closing DateSeptember 25, 2026
    Source and Applicationwits.ac.za

    Organization: Studies in Education - Wits School of Education

    The Division of Studies in Education is a collegial and dynamic division at the Wits School of Education. We pride ourselves on our research-led teaching, and the core contributions we make to teaching at the undergraduate and postgraduate level. The Division has undergraduate, PGCE, Hons, taught Master?s and dissertation, and PhD programmes in varied areas.

    The Division of Studies in Education in the Wits School of Education at the University of the Witwatersrand invites applications for one position at the level of Lecturer in Sociology of Education.

    We seek dynamic, research-active individuals to join our vibrant academic community and contribute to our growing local and international reputation.
    Requirements
    ? A PhD in Sociology of Education or related areas.
    ? A strong foundation in Sociology of Education content knowledge to competently teach content at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
    ? Knowledge and ability to teach different research paradigms in Education.
    ? Evidence (e.g., academic transcripts or teaching experience) of having studied or taught Sociology of Education content.
    ? Evidence of experience in teaching in school contexts/tertiary institutions.
    ? Evidence of research potential or output (e.g., publications).
    ? Ability to supervise research projects at the Honours, Masters, and PhD level.
    Duties
    ? Teaching Sociology of Education courses at the Undergraduate level.
    ? Teaching different research paradigms in Honours Education courses.
    ? Teaching Sociology of Education courses at postgraduate level.
    ? Supervising Honours, Masters, and PhD student research projects.
    ? Supervising students on Teaching Experience.
    ? Course coordination and administrative responsibilities as assigned.
    ? Representing the Division on School committees.
    ? Producing research outputs. 
    Enquiries ONLY: Head of Division-Studies in Education Division: Prof Peter Aloka
    Tel: 011 717 3098  Email: [email protected]

    Duties

    ? Teaching Sociology of Education courses at the Undergraduate level. ? Teaching different research paradigms in Honours Education courses. ? Teaching Sociology of Education courses at postgraduate level. ? Supervising Honours, Masters, and PhD student research projects. ? Supervising students on Teaching Experience. ? Course coordination and administrative responsibilities as assigned. ? Representing the Division on School committees. ? Producing research outputs. Enquiries ONLY: Head of Division-Studies in Education Division: Prof Peter Aloka Tel: 011 717 3098 Email: [email protected]

    Source / Circular Reference

    wits.ac.za

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