Lecturer : Somatology (X2)

Faculty- Health & Wellness Sciences- Department- Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Health & Wellness Sciences -> Wellness Sciences- Campus/ Location- Bellville Campus - Bellville, Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)- Job Type- Permanent- Occupational Function- Academic- Number of Positions- 2- Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)- To be confirmed- Advert Closing Date- 7/4/2024- Job PurposeTo teach according to a curriculum to support the faculty in pursue of achieving its academic objectives and to contribute to academic initiatives undertaken by the faculty to enhance teaching and learning environment. The job purpose is to facilitate the delivery of the Somatology programmes offered in the department, as well as perform all related academic, research and administrative tasks associated with the academic role, department, faculty, and institution.
- Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience**Lecturer**
- Master's qualification in Somatoloqy
- A minimum of two years' lecturing experience in higher education and/or professional industry experience (Preference will be given to applicants with lecturinq experience)

**Recommendations**
- Postqraduate teachinq qualification
- Recent track record of research supervision and publication
- Strong interest in the Health & Wellness Industry
- CIDESCO qualification
- Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities- Demonstrating Somatology procedures and supervision of practical sessions as well in the Wellness Clinic
- Participate in curriculum development and quality assurance of the proqrammes
- Develop course material and innovative teaching and learning methods
- Identify at risk students, develop intervention strategies, and monitor student progress
- Plan, co-ordinate and supervise academic activities
- Assisting with departmental initiatives, encompassing the development, support, implementation and evaluation of strategic and operational plans
- Assist with student registration and departmental administration
- Conduct research and contribute towards departmental research outputs
- Involvement in service learninq, community outreach initiatives, marketinq and corporate wellness events
- Personal/Professional Development
- Competencies- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Proficient in all aspects of Somatoloqy and academic activities related to higher education
- Technical/professional knowledge and skills
- Knowledge and understanding of the latest technology and developments in the field of Somatology
- Good interpersonal and high-level presentation and facilitation skills
- Good orqanizational and planning skills
- Ability to work in a team as well as work independently
- Coaching and mentoring skills
- Good administrative skills
- Strong learners focus and adaptability
- A quality orientated work ethic
- Research skills
- Computer literacy in MS Office Suite
- General InformationClosing Date: 07 April 2024
- The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.