Lecturer: Curriculum Studies

Job Title - Lecturer: Curriculum Studies (Job ID: 6266) - Organizational Unit - University of the Free State -> Faculty of Education -> Department of Curriculum Studies and Higher Education - Contract Type - Permanent - Occupational Level - Junior Management - Location - Qwaqwa Campus - Qwaqwa, FS ZA (Primary) - Closing Date - 30/10/2025 - Description **INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED** - A detailed Curriculum Vitae. - Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation). - A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals). - Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only). **Duties and responsibilities**: - Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the Faculty of Education, especially relating to Intermediate Phase teaching. - Participate in the Work Integrated Learning programme of the faculty (Teaching Practice). - Engage in research activities of the faculty and produce research outputs in accredited journals and other outlets. - Contribute to curriculum development in the field of Education and Intermediate Phase Teaching specifically. - Supervise and provide consultation sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students. - Work in a team with colleagues within the faculty. - Contribute to leadership and administrative tasks related to the faculty. - Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Computer Science and/or Information Systems. **Inherent requirements**: - A relevant Doctoral degree in Curriculum Studies on NQF Level 10 with a focus on Intermediate Phase teaching. or - A relevant master’s degree in Curriculum Studies on NQF Level 9 with a focus on Intermediate Phase teaching (contract appointment: five years during which a relevant doctoral degree in Curriculum Studies on NQF Level 10 with a focus on Intermediate Phase teaching MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent appointment). - A formal teaching qualification with Intermediate Phase Teaching (or Primary School Teaching) as a major with IsiZulu as one of the Languages of Learning and Teaching (LOLT) (e.g., Diploma in Education or Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent)(attach). - A minimum of five (5) years relevant working experience in a school environment or at least two (2) years in a higher education or research and development environment. - Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at academic conferences or equivalent. - Provide evidence of manuscript (s) produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication, ideally in an accredited journal. **Recommendations**: - A proven research record of relevant publications in national or international Q1-Q4 accredited journals, - Experience in postgraduate supervision. - Competencies **Required competencies**: - **Results Orientated**: - The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success. - The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations. **- Strategic Thinking**: - The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner. - The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues. **- Business Acumen**: - The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations. - Quality management of programme delivery. **- Leading**: - The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm. - The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together. **- Building Coalitions**: - The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration, and working with close supervision. - The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people. **Assumption of duties**: 01 January 2026 **Closing date**: 30 October 2025 **Salary**: The salary is available on request. **Fringe benefits**: (Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits. **Enquiries**: **General**: