Senior Lecturer/Lecturer: Biomedical Sciences

Senior Lecturer/Lecturer: Biomedical Sciences - (8350) Job Title Senior Lecturer/Lecturer: Biomedical Sciences Faculty Health & Wellness Sciences Department Cape Peninsula University of Technology → Health & Wellness Sciences → Biomedical Sciences Campus/Location Job Type Permanent Occupational Function Number of Positions 1 Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only) To be confirmed Advert Closing Date 7/12/2025 Job Purpose The primary purpose of this position is to teach Haematology and associated subjects at undergraduate level in the Biomedical Sciences Department with the aim of producing future Medical Laboratory Science graduates who will be able to register with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Laboratory Scientist. In addition, a further purpose is to produce graduates who will be able to advance to higher qualifications (MSc & PhD) as well as participate in research. The incumbent will be expected to participate in the departmental research and postgraduate programme. Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience Minimum Requirements: Senior Lecturer (Please note that preference will be given to candidates that meets the minimum requirements at Senior Lecturer level) A Doctoral degree in the field of Biomedical Sciences or equivalent qualification. Additionally, a base qualification in the field of Biomedical Sciences or equivalent qualification. Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist in the field of Haematology and/or Clinical Pathology: Independent Practice. Preference will be given to applicants with registration in the field of Haematology. At least four (4) years relevant lecturing experience in Higher Education and/or five (5) years clinical practice experience in a Haematology/Clinical Pathology medical diagnostic laboratory. Preference will be given to applicants with lecturing experience A record of postgraduate student supervision and publications in accredited journals. Minimum Requirements: Lecturer Master’s degree in the field of Biomedical Sciences or equivalent qualification. Additionally, a base qualification in the field of Biomedical Sciences or equivalent qualification. Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist in the field of Haematology and/or Clinical Pathology: Independent Practice. Preference will be given to applicants with registration in the field of Haematology. At least two (2) years relevant lecturing experience in Higher Education and/or four (4) years clinical practice experience in a Haematology/Clinical Pathology medical diagnostic laboratory. Preference will be given to applicants with lecturing experience Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities Lecturing in Haematology and other subjects related to the training of Laboratory Scientists in the BHSc programme Develop appropriate teaching material for haematology and other subjects being offered on the BHSc programme Perform academic administration tasks Promote and participate in community engagement projects and maintain links with role players Be involved and assist with quality assurance and regulatory body accreditation Be involved in any other teaching, learning and administrative skills as required by the department Research and supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate projects and dissertations Enrolment for the HDHET or equivalent to improve lecturing skills Excellent command of the English language and communication Technical/professional knowledge and skills Good organizational and time management skills Coaching and mentoring skills Knowledge and understanding of the latest technology and development in the field of Haematology Teamwork and co‑operation Quality of work and reliability Job knowledge and technical knowledge Support of diversity General Information Closing Date : 7 December 2025 For enquiries and assistance with your online application, please contact Mr Odwa Siza, Human Capital Department, email: NB: Internal applicants interested in Senior Lecturer/Associate/Professor positions are encouraged to apply through the Promotion of Academic Staff process if they are eligible. To ensure fairness and consistency, all applications will be assessed against the criteria for promotion to the respective level(s) applied for. All applicants must satisfy the criteria for promotion to be considered and will be required to submit a portfolio of evidence. In instances where a post is advertised across two levels or more (e.g., Senior Lecturer/ Associate Professor/Professor), preference may be given to applicants who meet the requirements at a higher level. Applicants must specify the level at which their application(s) should be considered. The University reserves the right to appoint at a lower level. NB: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SYSTEM DOES NOT ALLOW APPLICANTS TO UPLOAD CVs. IT IS THUS IMPORTANT THAT APPLICANTS COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS COMPREHENSIVELY AS FAILURE TO DO SO MIGHT DISADVANTAGE YOU. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR APPLICATION ON THE SYSTEM WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION AS THIS WILL BE THE ONLY CRITERIA USED FOR EVALUATION OF YOUR APPLICATION BY OUR PANEL. 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