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Responsibilities:
In line with the Department of Higher Education and Training’s nGAP, the Faculty of Education at the University of Johannesburg is seeking to make an appointment of a lecturer at the CALTSTEAM research centre in MSTEd. We are seeking an exceptionally motivated, qualified and ambitious aspirant South African academic to contribute to and expand the centre’s research profile.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute meaningfully to existing research projects of the centre, and to conceptualise and lead new projects in advanced learning technologies in the context of STEAM education. The appointment also includes administrative duties, teaching in undergraduate and postgraduate modules, and the supervision of postgraduate students.
In particular, the incumbent will be expected to:
Register for the PhD degree, if not already held and obtained a minimum of 70% in their Masters.
Establish a research niche in the centre and participate in research activities leading to publication of articles in internationally peer-reviewed/accredited journals.
Be actively involved in the community engagement activities of the centre.
Supervise postgraduate students.
Obtain research funding from external funding bodies, national and international funding agencies, and industry.
Prepare and deliver lectures for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Prepare/design and mark assignments, tests, and exams.
Be prepared to travel between campuses should the need arise.
Attend centre, departmental and faculty meetings.
Drive the Global Excellence and Stature (GES) objectives of the University of Johannesburg.
Minimum requirements
A Master’s qualification related to any discipline/s of STEAM or STEAM education with an average pass mark of 70%.
A candidate with a PhD in the required field must have obtained a minimum of 70% in their Masters.
Excellent skills in one or more advanced learning technologies (virtual reality, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics and coding).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Good planning and organizational skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Ability to self-manage own research group.
Strong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues.
Evidence of professional development.
Evidence of relevant research capacity.
Recommendations:
Holding a PhD or a PhD candidate.
Research track record in advanced learning technologies in STEAM education.
Published articles in accredited journals.
Teaching experience.
A track record of post-graduate research supervision.
Demonstrated ability/experience to work with a multidisciplinary team.
Apply by: 28 September 2025
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