Professor/Associate Professor: Science Education (Specialization in Chemistry Education): Senior Phase and FET Teaching (Re-advertisement) - (7161)
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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology was established on 1 January 2005, when the Cape Technikon and Peninsula Technikon merged. This merger was part of a national transformation process that transformed the higher education landscape in South Africa.
Today, this institution is the only university of technology in the Western Cape and is the largest university in the region, boasting more than 30 000 students, several campuses and service points and more than 70 programmes.
However, the institution has humble beginnings in the Cape Technikon and Peninsula Technikon, which dates back to the early 1900's.Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: PROFESSOR:
A Doctoral degree in Chemistry Education or Science Education with specialization in Chemistry
Chemistry or Chemistry Education as a major subject at Bachelor's level
A relevant teaching qualification
At least ten (10) years' relevant experience in teaching in higher education of which three (3) years must be at Senior Lecturer level comprising of relevant academic management experience.
Recipient of research awards and grants
Demonstrable track record of publications in accredited and peer-reviewed journals over the last 5 years (nationally and internationally)
Post-graduate students supervised to completion relevant to the Education field (preferably in the field SP FET)
Experience in supervision of students on teaching practice.
NRF rated.
Adequate knowledge of South African CAPS requirements.
Experience as an external examiner/moderator at masters' and doctoral levels.
Experience in curriculum development
Knowledge of the HEQSF processes
Proven evidence of academic and research leadership qualities/high stature in the field nationally and/or internationally
Recommendations: Professor
Previous experience in a similar position or at an equivalent level
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR:
A Doctoral degree in Chemistry Education or Science Education with specialization in Chemistry
Chemistry or Chemistry Education as a major subject at Bachelor's level
A relevant teaching qualification
At least (6) six years' relevant experience in teaching in higher education of which three (3) years must be at Senior Lecturer level comprising of relevant academic management experience.
Recipient of research awards and grants
Demonstrable track record of publications in accredited and peer-reviewed journals over the last 5 years (nationally and internationally)
Post-graduate students supervised to completion relevant to the Education field (preferably in the field of SP FET)
Experience in supervision of students on teaching practice
Adequate knowledge of South African CAPS requirements.
Experience as an external examiner/moderator at masters' and doctoral levels.
Experience in curriculum development
Knowledge of the HEQSF processes
Proven evidence of academic and research leadership qualities/high stature in the field nationally and/or internationally
Recommendations: Associate Professor
Previous experience in a similar position or at an equivalent level
NRF rated
Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
Coordinate and lecturer at undergraduate and postgraduate in Chemistry/Science Education and/or related fields
Oversee and contribute to capacity development in the department/faculty
Leading, conducting and promoting research in the respective department/faculty
Provide appropriate academic and administrative leadership
Assessment and academic development
Academic administration
Curriculum and programme development
Participate in Quality Assurance activities in the department/faculty
Research
Postgraduate supervision
Supervision of students on teaching practice
Community engagement and involvement in extracurricular activities
Coaching and mentoring of others
Develop and maintain linkages with other institutions and communities of practice
Engagement and building partnerships (Networking with schools and other partners)
Knowledge and experience of the hybrid models of teaching and learning (face-to-face and online learning)
Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department..
Competencies
Excellent teaching skills
Excellent organizational and planning skills
Good presentation skills using different technologies and software teaching Chemistry and Science Science
Excellent communication skills
Sound administrative and technical skills
Academic management skills
Academic leadership skills
Research skills
Coaching and mentoring of staff and students
Adaptability and teamwork
Strong learner focus
Knowledge of education policies nationally (including CAPS)
Ability to work in a team
Computer skills
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