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Senior Lecturer : Biotechnology

Vaal University of TechnologyZA

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Job title : Senior Lecturer : Biotechnology

Job Location : Gauteng,

Deadline : October 23, 2025

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Key performance areas include but are not limited to :

Compile work schemes in collaboration with colleagues.

Research and utilize new and emerging approaches and technology in teaching.

Professionally prepare teaching media and handouts to supplement or substitute prescribed textbooks.

Research and select suitable reference material to supplement textbooks.

Facilitate an effective teaching situation in which the learning experience can take place successfully.

Upgrade course content / develop new courses and / or modules in order to keep up with the latest requirements of the discipline.

Manage student and peer evaluations of teaching performance and application of appropriate assessment methods.

Participate in external examining and invitations to teach externally and contribute to curriculum development.

Contribute to community engagement initiatives and Integrate interventions into curriculum and research engagements.

Report on own involvement in professional, industry and / or community activities.

Participate in curriculum review and the development of new courses / modules to ensure alignment with sector / discipline norms and requirements.

Revise and submit programmes for accreditation by relevant accreditation bodies.

Identify students at risk timeously, develop intervention strategies, provide counselling to students and monitor student progress.

Contribute to Quality Assurance through committee meetings and submission of relevant documents.

Monitor the impact of QA recommendations within the faculty / department and implement appropriate interventions.

Contribute to policy making.

Set annual objectives pertaining to academic programmes and participate in the review of teaching, research, community engagement and academic administration objectives.

Contribute to the development of academic related decision-making, participate and chair departmental committees.

Act as programme leader, mentor and coach, manage tutor activities, keep attendance registers, record student results, assist with the registration of students, and supervise tests and examinations.

Manage marketing of programmes and aspects of open / careers days.

Keep abreast of developments within own field of study and its implications for teaching and learning, community engagement, research, etc. whilst keeping abreast of developments in professional conduct at VUT.

Register as a member of professional bodies to keep abreast of all developments (where appropriate) and engage in current professional development activities.

Prepare development plan for promotion to the next level, within stipulated time frame.

Attend conferences, seminars and workshops and present research study papers at conferences.

Acts as a study leader, conduct appropriate research, publish research results, keep abreast of professional literature and obtain research grants.

Develop relevant reports as and when required and communicate and consult with relevant stakeholders.

Undertake any other task or duty as assigned by the Head of Department and / or Executive Dean.

APPLICATION CRITERIA :

Qualifications and Experience :

Doctoral degree (or NQF level 10 equivalent) in Biotechnology (Biochemistry background will be advantageous).

At least 3 years work experience in key areas of teaching and learning theory and practice in a higher education context.

Experience in an academic development environment is recommended.

Capability to raise research grants is preferred.

In-depth understanding of learning, teaching and assessment practices.

Contribution in research and publication record in the last 3 years.

Sound record of student supervision in the last 3 years.

Skills and Competencies :

Ability to establish professional working relationships with faculty members

Ability to adapt to the diverse learning needs of adult learners

Interpersonal, conflict management, communication (verbal and written), report writing and presentation skills

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Detail-oriented with strong organisational, administrative and management skills

Self-driven, ability to prioritise multiple tasks and to achieve deadlines

Ability to use technology to communicate with students and staff and to facilitate learning

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Deadline : 7th October,2025

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