Associate Professor (Faculty of Health Sciences: Department of Optometry)

Associate Professor (Faculty of Health Sciences: Department of Optometry)

Advert reference: uj_

Advert status: Online

Apply by: 16 February 2025

Position Summary

Job category: Education and Training

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Open to all

Introduction

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES).

With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice.

The Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Johannesburg, wishes to appoint a senior lecturer qualified in the field of Optometry, who will contribute actively towards teaching and learning, research, and CPD development; in line with the vision, mission, and goals of the University of Johannesburg.

The successful candidate is expected to undertake undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and research supervision respectively, contribute to the development and review of undergraduate teaching and curricula, and, where necessary, become involved in community outreach activities and CPD activities, in line with the discipline/departmental specific objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a portfolio of teaching activity of high-quality reputation and impact across a range of modules or within a subject area to relevant levels (undergraduate and/or postgraduate) students through lectures, clinics and/or practical, and personal supervision.
  
  
• Actively participating in the research focus areas of the department, producing outputs such as journal papers.
  
  
• Facilitate teaching and learning and review and incorporate new approaches to preparation, design and delivery of teaching, learning, and assessment within the domain of Optometry.
  
  
• Actively involved in core activities of the department such as academic administration, course development, consulting, and community-related projects.
  
  
• Contribute proactively to the development of new approaches to teaching, learning and assessment within the subject area, as well as practical and programme content.
  
  
• Contribute to the identification and revision of modules, courses, and programmes.
  
  
• Advise/support students in relation to relevant modules, referring them for further help and/or guidance as and when required.
  
  
• Develop methods and techniques appropriate to the type of research pursued that add to the intellectual understanding of the field.
  
  
• In possession of a DPhil/PhD (NQF Level 10) in the field of Optometry.
  
  
• A minimum of five (5) years’ teaching experience in Optometry within the recognised academic higher education institution.
  
  
• Registration with the HPCSA in the relevant field.
  
  
• A proven track record of research and scholarly publications in DHET accredited journals.
  
  
• Expertise in relevant approaches and methods of teaching including blended teaching methods.
  
  
• Experience in research postgraduate supervision and/or publication.
  
  
• Strong commitment to research-led teaching, research, and innovation.
  
  
• Evidence of developing external research grant applications and success.
  
  

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Knowledge of university, and faculty policies, rules, and regulations.
  
  
• A good track record of teaching and research with the relevant speciality.
  
  
• The ability to teach at a higher education level.
  
  
• Command of the field of Optometry with its latest knowledge and trends.
  
  
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal English communication skills.
  
  
• Ability to facilitate learning through blended and technology-based teaching methods.
  
  
• Innovative, proactive and creative.
  
  
• Excellent presentation skills (contact and online).
  
  
• Good planning and organisational skills.
  
  
• Good academic administrative skills.
  
  
• Ability to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research.
  
  
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
  
  
• Collegial and emotionally intelligent.
  
  
• Ability to function in a diverse environment.
  
  
• High level of integrity and ethical behaviour.
  
  
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  
  
• Strong work ethic.
  
  
• Show adaptability in the teaching and learning environment in becoming an active team-player and to address possible challenges in the environment in a proactive manner.
  
  

Recommendations:

• Completion or registration with the PBODO with therapeutic privileges is advisable.
  
  
• National Research Foundation (NRF) Rating (in exceptional cases, where the applicant is not rated, the candidate must achieve NRF rating within 1 year).
  
  

Reporting to:

Dr N Hasrod (Head of Department)

Enquiries:

Enquiries regarding the job content: Dr Nabeela Hasrod on Tel:

Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Mr Innocent Masoka (HCM Business Partner) on Tel:

Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post.

Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/or a portfolio of your creative output.

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