{"job":{"jobId":2422899,"fk_accountId":null,"fk_organizationId":1194,"fk_adminAccountId":null,"title":"Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Biokinetics and Sport Science Division","description":"\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES<br/>\nDEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY<br/>\nBIOKINETICS AND SPORT SCIENCE DIVISION<br/>\nSCHOOL OF MEDICINE<br/>\nLECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER (ONE POST)</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></p>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Teach undergraduate- and postgraduate courses with the emphasis on biomechanics;</li>\n<li>Play an active role as academic nationally and internationally;</li>\n<li>Conduct departmental- and academic-related activities and responsibilities;</li>\n<li>Be involved in clinical training of undergraduate and postgraduate students;</li>\n<li>Mentor and supervise postgraduate students;</li>\n<li>Conduct collaborative research in their research specialisation area;</li>\n<li>Participate in community engagement and service delivery;</li>\n<li>Comply and assist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa’s (HPCSA) directives and minimum standards</li>\n</ul>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Lecturer:</strong></p>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Master’s degree in Human Movement Science (Biomechanics and /or Sport Science and/ or Biokinetics) or equivalent;</li>\n<li>Minimum of two publications in accredited peer-reviewed journals.</li>\n</ul>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Senior Lecturer:</strong></p>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>PhD in Human Movement Science (Biomechanics and /or Sport Science and/ or Biokinetics) or equivalent;</li>\n<li>Minimum of five publications in accredited peer-reviewed journals;</li>\n<li>Conference papers delivered;</li>\n<li>At least two postgraduate students supervised (completed);</li>\n<li>Minimum of three years’ experience in teaching;</li>\n<li>Course/block co-ordinator or equivalent;</li>\n<li>Experience in academic curriculum development and administration.</li>\n</ul>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):</strong></p>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Competent in the use of biomechanical devices (such as force plates, motion capture and electromyography) and the processing, analysis and interpretation of associated data;</li>\n<li>Evidence of research, postgraduate supervision, teaching and/or practical application of biomechanics in sport science and biokinetics;</li>\n<li>Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office, (Word, Excel, Power-Point);</li>\n<li>Interpersonal- and mentoring skills;</li>\n<li>The ability to work independently and in a team.</li>\n</ul>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Lecturer:</strong></p>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>One-year teaching/tutoring and research experience at undergraduate/postgraduate levels;</li>\n<li>At least two years’ experience working as a biomechanist, biokineticist or sport scientist;</li>\n<li>Some first author publications in peer-reviewed journals are recommended;</li>\n<li>Illustrate potential to become a competent lecturer at the undergraduate level;</li>\n<li>Illustrate potential to become an established researcher;</li>\n<li>To study further and to conduct research;</li>\n<li>Experience in interdisciplinary, collaborative research;</li>\n<li>Record of national and/or international teamwork.</li>\n</ul>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Senior Lecturer:</strong></p>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>At least five years’ practice experience as a biomechanist, biokineticist or sport scientist;</li>\n<li>Experience as supervisor of postgraduate students, preferably Masters level or higher;</li>\n<li>Teaching portfolio compliant with UP criteria;</li>\n<li>Community engagement recommended.</li>\n</ul>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">Applicants are requested to apply online at<a data-mz=\"\" href=\"https://www.up.ac.za/\" rel=\"no-follow\" target=\"_blank\"> www.up.ac.za</a>, and follow the link: <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"https://Careers@up/\" rel=\"no-follow\" target=\"_blank\">Careers@UP</a>..</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>In applying for this post, please attach:</strong></p>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A comprehensive UP Academic CV;</li>\n<li>Certified copies of qualifications;</li>\n<li>Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;</li>\n<li>Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);</li>\n<li>Self-evaluation.</li>\n</ul>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>CLOSING DATE:</strong> 28 February 2022</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements. </p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>ENQUIRIES: </strong> Ms FI Mabaso, Tel: (012) 356 3244/ via email <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"mailto:fikile.mabaso@up.ac.za\" rel=\"no-follow\">fikile.mabaso@up.ac.za</a> for application-related enquiries, and Prof AM Joubert, Tel: (012) 012 319 2246/ via email <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"mailto:annie.joubert@up.ac.za\" rel=\"no-follow\">annie.joubert@up.ac.za</a> for enquiries relating to the post content.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 May 2022, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.</p>\n\n\n","pdfUrl1":null,"location":"Pretoria, South Africa","location1":"아프리카","location2":null,"location3":null,"type":"1","applyUrl":"https://upnet.up.ac.za/psc/career/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&","fileUrl1":null,"fileUrl2":null,"fileUrl3":null,"fileUrl4":null,"fileUrl5":null,"fileUrl6":null,"fileUrl7":null,"workingHour":"Full Time","contractType":"Permanent","salary":null,"original_id":"UNI|280196","original_domain":"timeshighereducation.com","original_url":"https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/280196","original_isPremium":null,"closeType":1,"closedAt":"2022-02-28T00:00:00.000Z","requireEducation":38,"managerTel":"","managerFax":null,"managerEmail":"annie.joubert@up.ac.za","managerName":"UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA","managerPhone":null,"managerAddress":"Pretoria, South Africa","log_hit":4,"log_like":0,"publishState":1,"organizationName":null,"organizationName_en":null,"organizationName_alt":null,"del_yn":"N","createdAt":"2022-02-03T19:56:04.000Z","updatedAt":"2022-02-03T19:56:04.000Z"},"organization":{"organizationId":1194,"lv1Id":null,"lv2Id":null,"name":"University of Pretoria","name_en":"University of Pretoria","name_alt":",","introduction":"<p>As a multi-faculty, research-intensive university, the University of Pretoria (UP) stands among the top universities in South Africa for research output and impact, and produces the highest number of graduates in South Africa annually. 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