Lecturer (Applied Linguistics / English Language Studies / Language Teaching)
- Job ID: 6491
- Institution: University of the Free State
- Department: Department of English
- Campus: QwaQwa Campus, Free State
- Position Type: Permanent (or 5-year contract leading to permanency upon completion of a PhD)
- Occupational Level: Junior Management
Purpose of the Position
The Lecturer will contribute to teaching, curriculum development, research, postgraduate supervision, and academic administration within the Department of English. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing scholarship and student success in Applied Linguistics, English Language Studies, and Language Teaching.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning
- Design and develop English Language modules.
- Contribute to curriculum review and enhancement.
- Coordinate first-year English modules and oversee course facilitators.
- Present lectures and facilitate learning for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Develop learning materials and assessments aligned with academic standards.
- Monitor student performance and provide academic support where necessary.
Research and Scholarly Activity
- Conduct independent and collaborative research in:
- Applied Linguistics
- English Language Studies
- Language Teaching
- Present research findings at conferences, seminars, and academic forums.
- Publish research outputs in accredited academic journals.
- Participate in research projects that enhance the department’s scholarly profile.
Postgraduate Supervision
- Supervise honours, master’s, and eventually doctoral students.
- Guide students through proposal development, research implementation, and dissertation completion.
- Support postgraduate students in developing academic writing and research skills.
Academic Administration
- Participate in departmental, faculty, and university committees.
- Assist with quality assurance and programme accreditation processes.
- Maintain academic records and submit required reports.
- Perform general administrative duties associated with teaching and research activities.
Minimum Requirements
Permanent Appointment
- PhD (NQF Level 10) in:
- Applied Linguistics, or
- English Language Studies, or
- Language Teaching
Contract Appointment (5 Years)
- Master’s Degree (NQF Level 9) in:
- Applied Linguistics, or
- English Language Studies, or
- Language Teaching
- Must obtain a PhD within five years to qualify for conversion to a permanent appointment.
Additional Requirements
- Evidence of conference presentations (oral or poster).
- Evidence of research manuscripts suitable for publication.
- Strong academic record.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- Completed PhD or proof of PhD registration.
- Three years of teaching experience in higher education.
- Established research and publication record.
- Experience in curriculum development and module coordination.
- Experience supervising postgraduate students.
Required Skills and Competencies
Academic Competencies
- Curriculum design and development.
- University-level teaching and assessment.
- Research methodology and academic writing.
- Postgraduate supervision.
- Scholarly publication and conference participation.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Learning management systems and educational technologies.
- Academic administration and record management.
Personal Attributes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
- Adaptability and resilience in changing academic environments.
- High level of professionalism and accountability.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Sensitivity to diverse student needs and backgrounds.