Senior Lecturer (Faculty of Humanities Department of Politics)

Advert reference: uj_002387

Advert status: Online

Apply by: 5 July 2026

Position Summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: Education and Training

Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway Campus

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Open to all

Level: Management

Introduction

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future".

“Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.

For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO

Job purpose

Responsible for teaching, research supervision and publishing accredited research/ journals.

Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules and supervision.

Research

• Engage in research in the specified research fields.

Administration/Management

• Assist with administrative duties as determined by the HoD in consultation with the department.

Minimum requirements

• A PhD (NQF 10) in Politics or International Relations.
• Discipline-based knowledge.
• Two (2) to three (3) years’ teaching experience, including the ability to design curricula, compile study guides, and delivering lectures in both traditional and blended formats.
• Clear evidence of research potential and research productivity.
• Proven ability to supervise Honours and Master’s students.

Recommendations

• Experience in managing tutorial and mentorship programmes for undergraduate students.
• Administrative experience in the higher education sector.
• Knowledge of UJ’s Learning Management System and Management of Assessment Marks System (MAMS).

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes

• Exhibits integrity.
• Articulate communicator.
• Cognitive flexibility.
• Collaborative team orientation.
• Values diversity.
• Individual initiative and self-management.
• Communicates effectively in oral, written, and electronic form.
• Interpersonal communication skills.
• Efficient time management.
• Relevant technological skills.
• Can balance work and personal needs.
• Works within the confines of outcomes-based management.
• Understands ethical underpinnings of the role and acts accordingly.

Enquiries

Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof Fritz Nganje (Head of Department) on Tel: (011) 559 2870.

Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Ms. Hanisha Bhaga (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 3331.

Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.

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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.