Hpe Lecturer

**UP Posting - Academic**:

- FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
- HEALTH SCIENCES DEAN’S OFFICE
- LECTURER (HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION)
- POST LEVEL 8- The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.- RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Assist in the development and implementation of interprofessional and transdisciplinary educational programs, curricula, and assessment strategies in accordance with the University’s guidelines and standards.
- Stay updated with current trends, best practices, and advancements in HPE, participating in relevant conferences, workshops, and professional development activities.
- Ensure adherence, supporting the Health Science Faculty’s accreditation processes as necessary.
- Collaboration in HPE research projects, including Interprofessional Education (IPE)
- Represent the Faculty at relevant conferences, workshops and professional meetings.
- Assist with the implementation of innovative new technologies and strategies that can be used in teaching and learning programmes.
- Facilitate workshops on teaching and learning and assessment practices.
- Teach faculty development modules to explore and demonstrate best practices.
- Facilitate and coordinate the academic support provided to academic staff.
- Ensure alignment with professional bodies (HPCSA; SANC).-
- MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

- Masters in Health Professions Education or related fields;
- Minimum 1 accredited publication (the last 3 years and in ISI journals - some first author);
- Experience in:

- curriculum development and
- professional body requirements in health sciences.- REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

- Strong written and verbal communication skills;
- Knowledge of quality assurance and improvement;
- Knowledge in learning theories, teaching strategies and best practices in e-learning environment;
- Knowledge of higher education policy frameworks as it relates to curriculum design, teaching, learning, assessment, educational technology, open educational resources, hybrid learning and student success;
- Knowledge of computer literacy, technical skills;
- Ability and willingness to deal with change management;
- Organisational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking;
- Ability to work under pressure.-
- ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

- Research experience in health professions education;
- Knowledge of curriculum mapping;
- Valid Driver’s Licence.-
- The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications;
- Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);
- Self-evaluation.-
- CLOSING DATE: 14 November 2025. The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
- The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.