Minimum requirements

Senior Lecturer:

• A PhD (NQF Level 10) in Industrial Psychology or related field.
• Registration as an Industrial Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• A minimum of (three) 3 years’ experience in the field of Industrial Psychology.
• A minimum of (three) 3 years’ experience in research, with a record of high-quality publications in accredited disciplinary academic journals.
• A minimum of (three) 3 years’ teaching and learning experience at a reputable tertiary institution, with a proven track record at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including the successful supervision of master’s students.

Lecturer:

• A Master's degree (NQF Level 9) in Industrial Psychology or related field.
• Registration as an Industrial Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• A minimum of (three) 3 years’ experience in the field of Industrial Psychology.
• A minimum of (two) 2 years’ experience in research, with a record of high-quality publications in accredited disciplinary academic journals.
• A minimum of (two) 2 years’ teaching and learning experience at a reputable tertiary institution, with a proven track record at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including the successful supervision of postgraduate students.

ADDED ADVANTAGES:

• Membership/ registration with SA Board for People Practices (SABPP).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching & Learning

• Offering quality teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• Supervising honours students.
• Supervising Master’s and PhD students.
• Developing module content.
• Completing Teaching and Learning related administration.
• Participating in processes to enhance the quality of Teaching and Learning in the subject group, school, and faculty.

Research and Innovation

• Publish peer reviewed, accredited journal articles in high impact disciplinary journals.
• Publish monographs and book chapters in books with reputable academic publishers.
• Submit funding applications to stimulate and fund research initiatives.
• Present research in academic spaces such as conferences and workshops.

Academic Leadership and Service

• Involvement in professional activity.
• Internship Supervision.
• Thesis and Dissertation Examination.
• Research Article Reviews.
• Serve, as needed, on faculty committees and in subject or programme leadership roles as opportunities arise.

Community Engagement

• Identify and pursue meaningful opportunities to initiate and sustain community engagement initiatives that align research and teaching with community development and service.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Computer and digital literacy.
• Proficiency in data analysis software.
• Ability to facilitate learning effectively in a tertiary environment.
• Knowledge of the appropriate assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance.
• Evidence of research productivity, including at least two accredited publications over the past three years.
• Established and proven research network.
• Knowledge of post-graduate research processes - evidence of postgraduate supervision, including completed or near-completed supervision of at least one master’s student.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

• Effective time-management and planning skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and facilitation skills.
• A high level of professional and ethical conduct.
• The ability to function well individually and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical abilities, innovative thinking, and a self-driven approach.
• Student-centred orientation with the ability to engage and support diverse learners.
• Adaptability and responsiveness to changing academic and teaching environments.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and support student development.
• Collegiality and contribution to the academic and institutional community.

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: Dr Jacqueline Bosman on 078 803 7510

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Vuyi Ramavhulela on (018) 299 4904

CLOSING DATE: 30 October 2026

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

Kindly 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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