Lecturer (Two Posts): Department of Educational Ps

FACULTY OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY POST TITLE LECTURER (TWO POSTS) In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancies. The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development. RESPONSIBILITIES: The incumbents will be responsible for: • Teaching, curriculum development and co-ordinating programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate level; • Supervising postgraduate research appropriate to the post level; • Supervising practical work in professional training programmes in Educational Psychology; • Conducting research at a competitive level, commensurate to the level of appointment and actively contributing to the Department’s research profile; • Performing various academic and administrative duties as determined by the Head of Department; • Participating in the Department’s strategic initiatives relating to teaching, research and community engagement. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: • A master’s degree in psychology • Psychologist to be registered with HPCSA in their respective category • Registration for doctoral studies (or willingness to register within 12 months of being appointed); • Ability to lecture in the following areas: family oriented intervention, therapeutic interventions, psychological assessment, group therapy, research methods, inclusive education, career guidance, guidance counselling and specialized learning support and learning diversity • At least three years’ experience in tertiary education or more than three years clinical experience as a psychologist (ability to supervise clinical practicums of M.Ed. Educational Psychology students) REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES): • Be transformational in outlook • Be reflective in approach and practice • Student-centred in approach ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES: • At least one year of clinical/therapeutic experience, post internship • Experience in hybrid teaching and learning • At least 3 years teaching experience in higher education • Doctorate in Psychology • Research record and evidence of research outputs (e.g. publications in peer-reviewed journals), commensurate to the post level • A record of accomplishment of postgraduate research supervision, commensurate to the post level. • Knowledge and/or experience in professional training of psychologists Applicants are requested to apply online. In applying for this post, please attach: • A comprehensive CV; • Certified copies of qualifications (including HPCSA- evidence of registration); • Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact; • Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research); • Self-evaluation. : No application will be considered after the closing