We are seeking an enthusiastic academic to join our department as a lecturer. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop both teaching expertise and an independent research portfolio while contributing to our educational mission.
Brief DescriptionKey Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging teaching in medical sciences at undergraduate and postgraduate level
- Contribute to curriculum development and implementation
- Participate in student assessment and academic support
- Develop and pursue an independent research program
- Supervise postgraduate students
- Engage in scholarly activities, research projects and research publications, with an undertaking of a higher degree in the field of Anatomical Pathology (including computational studies, laboratory studies, cancer research in pre-clinical and clinical fields)
- Contribute to departmental meetings and various departmental academic and administrative activities and take on academic citizenship activities within the department and the University.
- Seek research funding opportunities and collaborations
Experience and Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in an academic setting
- Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based practice
- Familiarity with contemporary teaching methods
- Potential to secure research funding
- Evidence of research potential through publications and/or conference presentations
Essential Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Medicine (MBBCh) and completion of internship and community service.
- Registration with professional council
- Previous teaching experience - a minimum of a year of teaching experience (tutoring or teaching assistance is acceptable) is required.
Advantages:
- Research experience and student supervision.
- Successful completion of additional degrees and/or a postgraduate qualification in Health Sciences Education would be an advantage.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic team committed to both teaching excellence and research innovation
Closing Date: 17 July 2025
Detailed DescriptionJob RequirementsAdditional DetailsHow To ApplyPlease apply via I-Recruitment https://irec.wits.ac.za
Please submit a cover letter indicating which post you are applying for and a detailed CV with the names, addresses, contact numbers, Statement of teaching philosophy, and e-mail addresses of 3 academic referees via I-Recruitment
https://irec.wits.ac.za.
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