Senior Lecturer:political Science-ref No:s026

Eastern Cape, Alice Campus

**The University of Fort Hare** is a vibrant, equitable and sustainable African University, committed to teaching and research excellence at the service of its students, scholars and the wider community.
**Minimum Requirements**:

- Doctoral degree in Political Science / International Relations or any appropriate cognate field.
- 5 years teaching experience in a higher education environment, OR, 5 years postdoctoral experience in a higher education environment including undergraduate teaching.
- A proven track record of scholarly publications.
- Evidence of postgraduate supervision record.

**Added advantages**:

- NRF research rating.
- A qualification in higher education teaching and learning or progress towards such a qualification or a module in assessment and moderation of student learning.
- Evidence of appropriate community engagements.
- Ability to conduct online teaching and assessments.

**Responsibilities Include**:

- Teach across broad areas of Political Science and International Relations at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
- Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
- Mentor junior members of staff and postgraduate students.
- Develop and innovate teaching methods and curricula.
- Participate in collaborative research projects undertaken locally and internationally.
- Participate in appropriate community engagement projects identified by the department, faculty and the University.
- Produce scholarly publications.
- Participate and contribute to departmental, faculty and University administrative committee and responsibilities.

**Closing Date: 6 March 2023**

**To apply**: Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:

- No faxes or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted.

**Note**:
**_Queries can be directed to Ms S. Sigodi on _**
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**_043 704 7190_**

**The University reserves the right NOT to make a permanent appointment at this stage.**

**University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.**
- For more information please contact:

- Siyamthanda Sigodi