Listing status: Online Apply by: 4 July 2024 Position summary Job category: Others: Education and Training Contract: Permanent Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the advertised appointment level and in line with the NWU policy guidelines. Introduction NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (VANDERBIJLPARK CAMPUS)FACULTY/ DIVISION: THEOLOGYPOSITION NUMBER: V000131VACANCY: SENIOR LECTURER / ASSOCIATE PROFESSORPEROMNES GRADE: A7EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The person to be appointed in this position is responsible to teach primarily in the field of Old Testament Studies (and cognate fields like Semitic Languages) to undergraduate students in the relevant theological programs.  On postgraduate level, the position requires that the person to be appointed equips students with critical skills in order to, 1) understand recent developments in the field of Old Testament and African theologies or theologies in Africa, and 2) subsequently contribute to research in the fields. JOB DESCRIPTION KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching and Learning  Teaching a range of Old Testament subfields on undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Additional teaching content as required by department from time to time, in other theological discipline. Research Demonstrate continuous research activity in line with the strategic planning of the chosen research entity. Be able to link teaching and research to meaningful engagement with the community in a context of choice. A Ph.D. degree in Old Testament (NQF 10) A minimum of 3 years’ experience in teaching in a tertiary context. Membership in relevant scholarly societies. Successful guidance and deliverance of post graduate students. Record of research outputs on senior lecturer / associate professor level. KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: Should function in accordance with the NWU teaching/learning and research policies within the faculty, including the willingness and ability to contribute to the focus of the faculty. Should make contributions to current subject knowledge on national and international levels. Should be able and willing also to teach in other field(s) of theological study, if required. The candidate should be able to handle typical academic administration (meetings, marks, study material) effectively. Appropriate IT knowledge and skills, and willing to undergo further training in this regard. Be able to accept work from different academics within the scope of the core task.  KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: Ability to contribute to good relations among staff members in the faculty. Should be able to work in a team setup with regard to teaching, administrative duties and research. Candidate should respect the foundation of the faculty and be willing to assist in promoting the faculty’s theological inclusiveness. Be able to build a good report with the students and act as inspirational role model. REMUNERATION The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.  CLOSING DATE: 4 July 2024 PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 January 2025 Kindly take 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr