core purpose

The purpose of the post is to facilitate and administer the learning process for students in modules as presented by the Nelson Mandela University Nursing Science Department at under- and post-graduate level, to participate in research, to contribute to the academic and community engagement as well as being involved in the core functions of the university.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

1. Sound knowledge of the theory and application in relevant disciplines in Nursing Science
2. Experience in facilitation of teaching and learning activities and practices at under- and post-graduate academic and clinical programmes
3. Contribute to curriculum development and implementation at under- and post-graduate level
4. Contribute to research within Nursing Science
5. Create knowledge through research and publications
6. Establish a national reputation in own field of expertise through collaboration, consultation and involvement in policy processes or projects

CORE COMPETENCIES

1. Application of diverse teaching and learning methodologies for under- and post-graduate programmes
2. Experience in facilitation of teaching and learning at under- and post-graduate levels
3. Knowledge of research theory and applications in Nursing Science
4. Knowledge of curriculum development and implementation at under- and post-graduate levels
5. Supervising and co-supervising post-graduate research candidates (Bachelor or Honours projects)
6. Contribute to the development and implementation of short learning programmes or other Continuous Development Programmes
7. Contribute to seminars and/or other research outputs

REQUIREMENTS

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing Science

Registration with SANC as a registered nurse

Registration with SANC as a Nurse Educator

Registration with SANC as an assessor

Registration

Registered with SANC in all three the categories referred to above

Experience and skills

Minimum of two (2) years teaching experience

Two years’ clinical work experience

Evidence of research supervision is required

Research publications will be an added advantage

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Please note that no late applications will be accepted

Applicants are to provide a cover letter, which details how their skills match the requirements of the advertisement, provide an updated CV, SANC registration number, copy of their ID and Driver’s License as well as certified copies of qualifications. 

Disclaimer:

  No applicant would be allowed to apply and/or would be accepted after the closing date (14 May 2021).  

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION e.g. contact person and telephone number, e-mail; etc. must be displayed on CV.

Applications must be accompanied by a cover page on which applicants explain how they meet the requirements of the post.