Senior Lecturer- School of Health Care Sciences- Department of Nursing Sciences- Faculty of Health Sciences
University of Pretoria
UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF HEALTH CARE SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF NURSING SCIENCES
SENIOR LECTURER
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:
The incumbent will be responsible for:
- Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students;
- Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students;
- Participating in skills training and assessment;
- Updating course content and revising study guides;
- Maintaining the electronic learning environment;
- Performing other academic and research duties as may be delegated by the Head of Department;
- Conducting research at a nationally competitive level;
- Participating in the Department's strategic initiatives relating to teaching, learning and community engagement.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A Master's degree in Nursing Science;
- Qualification in Nursing Education;
- Post Basic Qualification in Neonatal Nursing
- Current registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC);
- 3 years teaching experience at a Higher Education Institution;
- Minimum 3 accredited publications;
- At least 2 Master's supervised;
- Conference papers delivered.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Good verbal and written communication skills;
- Good interpersonal and mentoring skills;
- Good computer skills;
- Scientific writing skills.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- Experience in a clinical environment;
- PhD in Nursing Science;
- A valid driver's licence;
- A DHET accredited publication must preferably be published in the last 3 years;
- Track record of supervising postgraduate students.
- SANC Registration as an assessor or moderator
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.
In applying for this post, please attach:
- A comprehensive CV (this must be on the UP- CV template);
- Certified copies of qualifications and SANC registration;
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
- Self-evaluation report.
CLOSING DATE: 20 May 2026
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 August 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. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
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.