Lecturer in Design

**Lecturer in Design (nGAP) in School of Journalism and Media Studies**

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

**Main Objectives**

All academics are responsible for the dissemination of knowledge (teaching and learning), creation of knowledge (research) and community engagement, recognising that there are differences in the execution of these responsibilities within the various departments and Faculties. Academics are also expected to assume some administrative, management and/or leadership duties at the departmental, Faculty and/or University level.

**The requirements**
- A Masters or equivalent NQF 9 qualification in Journalism, Media Studies, Communication, or Graphic/Visual Communication Design, or similar is required.
- Hands-on experience in the practice of design is a requirement.
- Some teaching experience is advantageous within an academic environment or media practice. Practical and informal facilitation of learning within a media production context is understood to be of relevance.
- Ability to teach and research in some or all areas: Design Studies, Graphic Design, Design Methodologies, Digital Media Studies, Visual Language and Literacy, Visual Communication, and Design practice.
- Research supervision experience at the Honours and Masters level will be an advantage.
- Track record of administration, management and/or leadership roles are an advantage (leadership roles may be informal).

**Application process**

**The following documents are required**:

- A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following:
- Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
- A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post/s and suitability relative to the job requirements.
- A brief portfolio showcasing samples of your design work (you may attach this as a document or include a link in your CV)
- Short-listing meeting scheduled for **TBC** 2024
- The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.

**Remuneration per annum (Lecturer)**:
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R 600,141.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R 782,346.00

Rhodes University has a vaccination mandate as part of its Conditions of Service. The implementation of the vaccine mandate has been held in abeyance from 01 January 2023. Should the COVID-19 situation change in a way that the number of cases of COVID-19 pose a threat to the University, the implementation of the Vaccine Mandate will be re-activated and all staff would be required to be fully vaccinated.

**Closing Date: 19 September 2024**

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Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission. These values are:
**Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion