LECTURER-HUMAN MOVEMENT SCIENCES

Recruiter:

University of Fort Hare

Job Ref:

EC000831/FM

Date posted:

Sunday, September 20, 2026

Location:

Eastern Cape , South Africa

SUMMARY:

Since its bold founding in 1916, the University of Fort Hare has embodied courage, resilience, and the pursuit of transformation. From its proud legacy as a cradle of African leadership and intellectual liberation to its continued determination to overcome contemporary challenges, the University of Fort Hare’s spirit of renewal endures. The University has been steadily advancing its transformative journey over the years — the Decade of Renewal, marked by accountability, innovation, and academic excellence.

Located in the heart of the Eastern Cape, the University of Fort Hare offers more than just a place to work; it offers a purpose. Here, you can help shape the future of one of South Africa’s most historic and culturally rich institutions, while enjoying the province’s natural beauty, sense of community, and space for professional growth.

Are you ready to be part of this journey and help reposition this iconic institution to the place it so richly deserves?

Applications are invited from visionary and committed professionals ready to make a lasting impact in the University’s ongoing renewal.

LECTURER-HUMAN MOVEMENT SCIENCES

PERMANENT

UFH Advert Reference No.: HS 16

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Faculty of Health Sciences seeks an accomplished academic to join our Human Movement Sciences Department. The appointment will be made at the level of a Lecturer.

Reporting to the Head of Department, this entry-level academic lecturing position contributes to the Faculty's academic department teaching and learning, and research objectives. The incumbent will take a role as Lecturer in the discipline of Human Movement Sciences and bring expertise in at least one of the following fields: Ergonomics, Biomechanics, Motor learning and development, Clinical Physiology, Exercise Science and Kinderkinetics. Alongside teaching responsibilities, the incumbent will contribute meaningfully to research, postgraduate supervision, internationalization, and community engagement in alignment with the strategic objectives of the Faculty and the University.

POSITION INFO:
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Teaching and Learning Integrated Community Engagement
Teaching execution
Research Execution
Post Graduate Research Supervision
Academic Program Coordination

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

A Master’s Degree in Human Movement Sciences, Sport Science, Exercise Science, Biokenitics or a closely related field
Registered for a Doctoral Degree
At least 1 years’ experience in higher education
Undergraduate teaching experience
Evidence of research publications or successful supervision or successful research grant funding

ADDED ADVANTAGES

Doctoral Degree In Human Movement Sciences, Sport Science, Exercise Science, Biokinetics or a closely related field
Evidence of postgraduate teaching or supervision experience
Evidence of accredited research publications
Evidence of successful external fundraising for research.
Evidence of participation in networking and collaboration in research and/or teaching
Evidence of community engagement integrated with teaching, learning or research

COMPETENCIES AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES

Communication (Verbal and Written)
Interpersonal conflict handling
Teamwork and Collaboration
Work Engagement
Academic Programme and Quality Management
Academic Standards Formulation &Compliance
Cross-functional academic collaboration
Research and Innovation
Research Support

REMUNERATION

A competitive remuneration package, commensurate with the seniority of the position, experience and qualifications, will be offered.

ENQUIRIES:

Queries regarding job content can be directed to Ms Fungai Matumba on and .
The University reserves the right to make an appointment or not to fill the post.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not hear from us within eight weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

APPLICATIONS: Interested candidates who meet the criteria are invited to visit the website

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