Shape the Future of Education: Join the University of Fort Hare as Senior Lecturer in Sociology of Education – Apply Before 6 June 2025
Location: Eastern Cape, South Africa
Faculty: Faculty of Education
Position: Senior Lecturer: Sociology of Education (1 Post)
Closing Date: 6 June 2025
The University of Fort Hare (UFH), a historic institution with a strong commitment to academic excellence, social justice, and transformation, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced academics for the position of Senior Lecturer in Sociology of Education in the Faculty of Education. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of South Africa’s leading institutions and contribute meaningfully to teaching, research, and engagement in the field of education.
Minimum Requirements:
Applicants must meet the following essential criteria:
- A Doctoral degree in Sociology of Education or a closely related field.
- A recognized teaching qualification.
- A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in higher education.
- Proven teaching experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Sociology of Education.
- A track record of accredited research publications in recognised academic journals, appropriate to the Senior Lecturer level.
- Demonstrated postgraduate supervision experience, including the successful supervision of Master’s and/or Doctoral candidates.
Added Advantages:
Candidates who possess the following will be at an advantage:
- Additional qualifications or formal training in higher education teaching and learning.
- Successful track record of external research funding.
- Evidence of mentorship of early-career academics.
- Recognition within a chosen area of research (e.g., NRF rating).
- Demonstrated ability to engage in collaborative research or teaching beyond their own institution.
- Proven involvement in community engagement that integrates with teaching or research activities.
Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the academic and institutional life of the university through:
- Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Sociology of Education.
- Participating in the design, development, and implementation of curricula that reflect innovation and relevance.
- Conducting high-quality research and meeting the publication requirements aligned with the Senior Lecturer level.
- Securing external research grants to support scholarly activities and institutional advancement.
- Supervising postgraduate students at Master’s and Doctoral levels.
- Establishing and sustaining institutional, regional, or national academic collaborations.
- Contributing to the mentorship of emerging scholars and academic staff development.
- Engaging in community initiatives that complement academic work.
- Participating in departmental, faculty, and university-level administrative duties.
Application Process:
Interested candidates who meet the criteria are encouraged to apply online via the University’s website.
Please ensure the following documents are included in your application:
- A recent and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- A covering letter clearly outlining how you meet the requirements of the position.
- A completed University of Fort Hare Application Form (available on the university website).
- Certified copies of academic qualifications. Applicants with foreign qualifications must submit a SAQA evaluation certificate.
Important:
- No emailed, faxed, or hand-delivered applications will be accepted.
- Incomplete applications or submissions received after the deadline will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further correspondence.
Queries may be directed to:
Fungai Matumba
Email: [email protected] | Tel: 043 704 7190
Employment Equity Commitment:
The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In line with the Employment Equity Act No. 55 of 1998, the university is committed to diversity and inclusion. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointment will contribute to achieving equitable demographic representation in the university’s workforce profile.
This is a unique opportunity to join a university that has shaped some of Africa’s greatest leaders and continues to impact communities through high-quality education, critical scholarship, and transformative teaching. If you are passionate about Sociology of Education and committed to advancing education on the continent, we invite you to apply.
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