LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER

(BIOKINETICS & PHYSIOLOGY)

Permanent position

Division of Physiological Sciences

Department of Human Biology

Faculty of Health Sciences

We are seeking to employ an experienced, motivated Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Biokinetics & Physiology within the Department of Human Biology at UCT. This is a permanent full-time post in which the incumbent will primarily be required to teach and conduct research in the clinical and non-clinical fields of Biokinetics, Exercise science and Applied Human Physiology. In addition, this person will also work with existing staff to plan, develop and implement a new four-year professional degree in Biokinetics.

Requirements:

At Lecturer level:

• Biokinetics Degree (NQF8)
• Masters degree in Biokinetics, Exercise Science, Physiology or related field in the Biological Sciences or Health Sciences.
• Current and minimum of three years’ registration as an independent biokineticist with the Health Professions Council (HPCSA).
• Two years’ experience in teaching biokinetics and general physiology.
• A developing track record in research outputs.
• Evidence of having co-supervised postgraduate students

At Senior Lecturer level:

• Biokinetics Degree (NQF8)
• PhD degree in Biokinetics, Exercise Science, Physiology or related field in the Biological Sciences or Health Sciences.
• Current and minimum of three years’ registration as an independent biokineticist with the Health Professions Council (HPCSA).
• Three years’ experience in teaching biokinetics and general physiology to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• A track record of peer-reviewed publications and conference participation.
• Evidence of having applied for research funding to support research activities.
• A record of supervision of postgraduate students (Masters or Doctoral level).
• Experience in management (of staff, research studies and /or laboratories).

Responsibilities:

• Lecture to, lead tutorials/practicals and assess undergraduate Biokinetics, Health and Rehabilitation Science, Medical and Science students, as well Honours and other postgraduate students on topics related to the fields of Biokinetics, Exercise Science and Applied human biology.
• Assist with the planning, curriculum development and implementation of a new 4-year professional degree in Biokinetics.
• Train and supervise postgraduate students in the fields noted above.
• Conceptualize, fund, lead and execute collaborative research studies in the fields noted above.
• Perform teaching- and research-related leadership and management functions at the Divisional, Departmental, Faculty and University level, as required (i.e. convene courses, manage research team, manage funding for research, monitor operational expenses, write progress reports, serve on committees etc).
• Manage Biokinetics laboratory and associated equipment as professional-grade practical teaching and research facility
• Participate in community outreach initiatives such as job shadow, career pathway programmes or educational sessions
• Translate and promote awareness of relevant research in the community for public benefit

For detailed information on this post, please view the job description on the following link: (view)

The annual remuneration package for 2024, including benefits are:

Lecturer:                     R901 517

Senior Lecturer:         R1 084 555

To apply, click the "apply" button to create a candidate profile and to submit your application.

Please complete/attach the following to your profile before submitting your application:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover letter that speaks to the requirements of the position and
• Three referee names which must include their title and name, position details, relationship to you, their e-mail address and telephone number.
• Highest qualification
• ID/Passport

An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete.

Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo competency and pre-placement-medical assessments.  References may be requested by UCT at any stage of the selection process.

Any enquiries around the application process to be addressed to Ms Tracy Moore at tracy.moore@uct.ac.za or 021 650 5405.             

Closing date:              12 January 2025                                   

Website:                     www.health.uct.ac.za

Reference number:    ID899

UCT is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at https://uct.ac.za/media/9482.

UCT reserves the right not to appoint.