Associate Professor Professional Studies in Education – North West University

Associate Professor (P000510) (Re-Advertisement)
Apply by: 18 August 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
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Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) FACULTY: FACULTY OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT: SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES IN EDUCATION POSITION NUMBER: P000510 VACANCY: ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR PEROMNES GRADE: A6 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT Note: Previous applicants need not apply again.

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To fill a vacancy and be responsible for teaching & learning, research and community engagement in the School of Professional Studies for the subject group, Curriculum studies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching Undergraduate Modules.
Teaching and Supervision: Postgraduate.
Research Publications.
Community Service.
Study Guide and Material Development.
Support of Research Entity.
Initiating and Planning of Strategic Research Initiatives.

Minimum requirements
A PhD in Curriculum Studies (NQF level 10).
A minimum of five (5) years experience in higher education.
Have a proven and comprehensive teaching and research experience in higher education.
Author of at least 5 articles/books/chapters in the field since 2020.
Supervision of at least 2 Med students and 1 PhD student to completion.
Functional / Technical Competencies (Knowledge and Skills)
Have a proven record of presenting at/attending relevant national and international conferences.
Demonstrate leadership in the field.
Involvement in teaching and/or research activities at community level.
Record of national and international networking, collaboration, and recognition.

Behavioural Competencies
Team worker.
Good interpersonal relations.

Remuneration:
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof Lloyd Conley 018 299 1610
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Rouzenne Slambert0182852861
CLOSING DATE: 18 August 2025
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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Associate Professor Professional Studies in Education
North West University
Potchefstroom
18 August 2025