HPE Lecturer - Health Sciences Dean's Office - Faculty of Health Sciences

UP Posting - Academic

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

HEALTH SCIENCES DEAN’S OFFICE

LECTURER (HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION)

POST LEVEL 8

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

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:

• Assist in the development and implementation of interprofessional and transdisciplinary educational programs, curricula, and assessment strategies in accordance with the University’s guidelines and standards.
• Stay updated with current trends, best practices, and advancements in HPE, participating in relevant conferences, workshops, and professional development activities.
• Ensure adherence, supporting the Health Science Faculty’s accreditation processes as necessary.
• Collaboration in HPE research projects, including Interprofessional Education (IPE)
• Represent the Faculty at relevant conferences, workshops and professional meetings.
• Assist with the implementation of innovative new technologies and strategies that can be used in teaching and learning programmes.
• Facilitate workshops on teaching and learning and assessment practices.
• Teach faculty development modules to explore and demonstrate best practices.
• Facilitate and coordinate the academic support provided to academic staff.
• Ensure alignment with professional bodies (HPCSA; SANC).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Masters in Health Professions Education or related fields;
• Minimum 1 accredited publication (the last 3 years and in ISI journals – some first author);
• Experience in:
  • curriculum development and
  • professional body requirements in health sciences.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Knowledge of quality assurance and improvement;
• Knowledge in learning theories, teaching strategies and best practices in e-learning environment;
• Knowledge of higher education policy frameworks as it relates to curriculum design, teaching, learning, assessment, educational technology, open educational resources, hybrid learning and student success;
• Knowledge of computer literacy, technical skills;
• Ability and willingness to deal with change management;
• Organisational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking;
• Ability to work under pressure.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Research experience in health professions education;
• Knowledge of curriculum mapping;
• Valid Driver’s Licence.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za

In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• 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.

CLOSING DATE: 31 August 2026.

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Neo Lekhoane, Tel: (012) 3563241 or email collins.lekhoane@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof V Steenkamp, Tel: (012) 356 or email vanessa.steenkamp@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 December 2026 please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.