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The Department of Social Development Professions is looking for a qualified, experienced social worker, registered in South Africa, with in-depth knowledge of all fields of social work, but with expertise in the scholarship of engagement and research supervision. The purpose of the post is to facilitate, coordinate and administer the learning process for students in theoretical and practical modules at undergraduate level, to supervise postgraduate students, to drive and lead core research activities, and to lead in the development and fostering of local, national and international collaborations as part of the engagement mission of the department.
In the case of an Associate Professor:
In addition to academic qualifications, the candidate should have extensive relevant experience (4 to 7 years) in facilitating learning and teaching in higher education. They should possess proven experience in research, and supervising students at various academic levels (undergraduate/masters/PhDs), with at least one graduate that completed a PhD under the candidate as main supervisor. The candidate should have experience in leading at least one collaborative research project.
In the case of a Senior Lecturer:
The candidate must have relevant experience (3 to 5 years) in facilitating learning and teaching in higher education. They should possess experience in research and post-graduate student supervision at various levels. The candidate should have experience in participating in at least one collaborative research project.
