Academic Leader in Human Movement Science

4 weeks ago


Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa HR Genie Full time

Nelson Mandela University is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement. We are seeking a highly qualified individual to join our team as an Academic Leader in Human Movement Science.

The Department of Human Movement Science invites applications for the position of Associate Professor or Senior Lecturer. The successful candidate will be responsible for facilitating and overseeing the learning process for students enrolled in modules offered by the Department, spanning both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant Doctoral degree, with expertise in a Human Movement Science related discipline, including extensive performance-based skills. They should be registered with a professional body, where applicable, and have experience in academic leadership roles, including program management, coordination, and supervision of students at various academic levels.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to internal and external review processes to enhance the quality of learning and teaching, and participate in academic engagement, contributing to internal and external service to the discipline and/or profession.

Key Performance Areas:

  • Facilitate and oversee the learning process for students enrolled in modules offered by the Department, spanning both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
  • Review and formulate academic curricula to ensure relevance and effectiveness.
  • Assume a leadership role in the management of research within the Department and Faculty, actively engaging in self-initiated or collaborative research efforts, including interdisciplinary projects.
  • Produce peer-reviewed articles for publication in accredited national and international journals.
  • Participate in academic engagement, contributing to internal (within the department, faculty, and institution) and external service to the discipline and/or profession.
  • Present research papers at academic and professional conferences, both nationally and internationally.
  • Conduct advanced research in Human Movement Science and show evidence of successful grant writing applications.
  • Contribute to community engagement initiatives and actively participate in the core administrative functions of the Department, Faculty, and the University.
  • Engage actively in professional bodies and academic associations, as applicable.


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