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UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN CAPE (UWC)
 
 
 
 

PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Post Number 8020412 (ITS 0316) A276
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Community & Health Sciences -> School of Nursing
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Bellville Medical Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 31/1/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) enjoys national and international acclaim for its continuing contribution to democratic change in South Africa and for making quality education accessible to all South Africans and developing
centres of excellence of national importance. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and supportive Faculty dedicated to teaching and research, as well as to overall student development. The ideal candidate will be highly
motivated and willing to make a significant contribution to the development of the Faculty. The post requires the incumbent to develop, grow and drive Nursing related initiatives at UWC that are nationally and internationally recognised. The School of Nursing is the largest School in the Faculty of Community and Health Sciences with over 1100 undergraduate and around 150 post graduate students. The School offers the following SANC accredited programmes: Bachelor of Nursing undergraduate programme, 3 Postgraduate Diplomas (Nursing Education, Health Services Management and Midwifery, a research masters and PhD programmes. The School consist of five divisions, namely, Academic Programs, Clinical and Community Engagement, Research, Academic Planning and Administration.
 
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
• Facilitate learning and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the School of Nursing.
• Conduct research and publish in the field of nursing or health related matters.
• Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision.
• Undertake curriculum development and assessment.
• Undertake community engagement and outreach.
• Provide academic leadership and administration.
• Manage a Division in the School.
• Responsible for securing funding or third-stream income.
 
Minimum Requirements


At the level of Professor
• PhD or equivalent, preferably in the field of Nursing.
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching, preferably in the field of nursing or health related matters.
• A track record of quality peer reviewed publications, preferably in the field of nursing or health related matters.
• A track record of successful postgraduate supervision.
• Evidence of expertise, national standing, and definite international presence in his/her discipline.
• Experience in generating research grants.
• More than five (5) years’ experience in a higher education institution and evidence of leadership experience.
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse / Midwife / Community Health Nurse / Psychiatric Nurse.
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nursing Educator.
 
At the level of Associate Professor
• PHD or equivalent, preferably in the field of Nursing.
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning, preferably in the field of nursing or health related matters.
• A track record of quality peer reviewed publications, preferably in the field of nursing or health related matters.
• A record of successful postgraduate supervision.
• Evidence of expertise, national standing, and where appropriate, an international presence in his/her discipline.
• At least five (5) years’ experience in a higher education institution.
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse / Midwife / Community Health Nurse / Psychiatric Nurse.
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nursing Educator.
 
Added advantage
• NRF rating.
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council as an Advanced Mental Health Nurse or Advanced Midwife and /or
Health Services Manager or Primary Care Nurse.
 
Competencies
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environment
• Student focused approach
• Coaching and mentoring skills
• Planning and organising skills
• Computer literacy
• Technical professional knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadership
 
 
Please note that this position is part of the Joint Establishment, which refers to a formal collaborative agreement between the University and the Provincial Health Department. 
The appointed individual will be expected to engage in both academic responsibilities and service delivery, as per the collaborative agreement with the Provincial Health Department. This includes contributing to the clinical service delivery component, in line with the requirements of the service delivery model.
 
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
 
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.

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DENTAL SPECIALIST: MAXILLO-FACIAL & ORAL SURGERY (SENIOR LECTURER)
Post Number 8023435
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Dentistry -> Maxillofacial and Oral Department
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Tygerberg Campus - WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 27/11/2024

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The Faculty of Dentistry is a world-class Oral Health Centre committed to the promotion of oral health through excellence of its Teaching & Learning, service rendering and research. The Faculty seeks professionally qualified candidates with excellent records for a post on the joint establishment of the University of the Western Cape and the Provincial Administration of the Western Cape, on the conditions of service of the University of the Western Cape.
 
Responsibilities will include:
  • Rendering a maxillofacial and oral surgery service on the combined platform i.e. Tygerberg and Mitchells Plain Oral Health Centres, Groote Schuur-,  Tygerberg- and Red Cross Academic Hospitals and secondary hospitals where indicated. (normal working hours and overtime duties as per departmental roster),
  • Teaching and training on the combined platform, i.e. appropriate training, supervision and general teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students,
  • Conduct, assist and stimulate research,
  • Control and management of clinical services as delegated by the Head of Department,
  • Maintain satisfactory clinical, professional and ethical standards related to these services,
  • Maintain necessary discipline over staff under his/her control,
  • Attend to administrative matters as pertains to the academic unit,
  • Promote community-orientated services.
 
The following would enhance an application:
  • Experience in cranio-maxillofacial trauma,
  • Experience in maxillofacial and neck sepsis,
  • Experience in managing difficult airways and tracheostomies,
  • Experience in tumour resection, extra-oral approaches for reconstruction and fibula free flap reconstructions,
  • Experience in teaching and training undergraduate and postgraduate students,
  • PhD in a relevant field would be preferred in respect of the Academic ranking of this post, but is not prerequisite,
  • Research experience,
  • Ability to work in a team,
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills,
  • Computer literacy.
 
Minimum Requirements


Appointment to this position requires the following criteria:
  • A MChD (MFOS) or FCMFOS-SA or equivalent qualification; 
  • Valid registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a ‘Specialist Maxillo-Facial and Oral Surgeon’ on date of appointment  is a prerequisite;
  • Demonstrated experience and academic leadership in teaching and learning, research, supervision, and administration, in order to contribute to the Faculty’s academic objectives;
  • Experience in supervision of Masters students;
  • Research and publications record.
 
The level of appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 
 
For further information on this position (but not applications), please contact Dr. G Hein on tel.no. (021) 937-3087 or e-mail ghein@uwc.ac.za
 
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.

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​ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/HEAD CLINICAL UNIT/SENIOR LECTURER
Post Number 8026777 ITS 7027
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Dentistry -> Prosthodontics Department
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Tygerberg Campus - WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 27/11/2024

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The Faculty of Dentistry is a world-class Oral Health Centre committed to the promotion of oral health through excellence of its Teaching & Learning, service rendering, and research. The Faculty seeks professionally qualified candidates with excellent credentials for a post on the joint establishment of the University of the Western Cape and the Provincial Government of the Western Cape, on the conditions of service of the University of the Western Cape.
 
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
• Teaching and training on the combined platform i.e. appropriate training, supervision and facilitation of undergraduate and postgraduate students,
• Implementation, monitoring and evaluation of appropriate teaching and learning practices,
• Rendering service to patients on the Oral Health platform in the Western Cape,
• Conduct research and produce publications,
• Mentoring staff in the department, 
• Administrative duties related to the post.
 
The following would enhance an application:
• Leadership and management experience,
• PhD in the relevant field would be preferred in respect of the Academic ranking of this post, but is not a prerequisite,
• Experience in teaching and training undergraduate and postgraduate students,
• A keen interest in all aspects of the specialty, and an excellent research and publications record, 
• Ability to work in a team,
• Good interpersonal and sound communicative skills,
• Effective organising abilities.
 
Minimum Requirements

Appointment to this position requires the following:
• Master of Dentistry or equivalent Specialist degree in Prosthodontics, 
• A 5  years post qualification experience, 
• Experience in facilitating teaching and learning of undergraduate and postgraduate students
• Meets the requirements to register with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Specialist in Prosthodontics,
• A broad understanding in all aspects of the specialty, and an excellent research and publications record, 
• Previous undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience. 
The level of appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
 
Minimum Requirements for Appointment as Senior Lecturer
• Aforementioned minimum requirements plus;
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning, research, supervision and administration, in order to contribute to the Department’s academic objectives,
• Research and publications record, 
• Expertise in any of the sub specialty in the field of Prosthodontics.
 
Minimum Requirements for Appointment as Associate Professor/Head Clinical Unit
• Aforementioned minimum requirements plus; 
• PhD in the relevant field would be preferred in respect of Academic ranking of this post, but is not a prerequisite, 
• A track record of quality peer reviewed publications, preferably in the field of Prosthodontics,
• A record of successful postgraduate supervision,
• Evidence of expertise, national standing, and where appropriate, an international presence in his/her discipline. 
 
Applicants must highlight their strength as a clinician and researcher. Include evidence/list of publications/research/books (or chapters in a book) that has been undertaken. 
For further information on this position (but not applications), please contact Dr. Ronel Maart on tel.no. (021) 937 3054 or e-mail rmaart@uwc.ac.za
 
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
 
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
 
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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/HEAD CLINICAL DEPARTMENT: MAXILLO-FACIAL & ORAL SURGERY
Post Number 8021041
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Dentistry -> Maxillofacial and Oral Department
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Tygerberg Campus - WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 27/11/2024

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a vibrant, diverse and dynamic university, rooted in the African continent with an increasing global reach. UWC actively responds in critical and creative ways to the development needs of the country, within an ever-changing and challenging global context.
The Faculty of Dentistry is a world-class Oral Health Centre committed to the promotion of oral health through excellence of its Learning & Teaching, service rendering and research. The Faculty seeks professionally qualified candidates with excellent records for a post on the joint establishment of the University of the Western Cape and the Provincial Administration of the Western Cape, on the conditions of service of the University of the Western Cape.
 
The successful candidate for Professor/Associate Professor/Head Clinical Department in the Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
  • Facilitate teaching, learning and training at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery, 
  • Assist with teaching, learning and training at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the other disciplines of dentistry, 
  • Rendering a maxillofacial and oral surgery service on the combined platform i.e. Tygerberg and Mitchells Plain Oral Health Centres, Groote Schuur, Tygerberg and Red Cross Academic Hospitals and secondary hospitals where indicated, 
  • Conduct research and publish primarily in the disciplines and related disciplines of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery,
  • Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate clinical training and research supervision,
  • Provide academic leadership and effective administration,
  • Be proactive as a member or participant in national and international conferences, societies, editorial boards, statutory bodies, colleges etc. 
  • Undertake curriculum development and assessment,
  • Participate in community engagement and outreach,
  • Be an ethical leader for the department, university and profession.
 
Key Competencies
  • Leadership and Management experience,
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, 
  • Presentation and facilitation skills,
  • Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environment,
  • Student focused approach,
  • Coaching and mentoring skills,
  • Planning and organising skills,
  • Computer literacy and e-learning skills,
  • Technical professional knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadership.
 
Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements – Professor/Head Clinical Department
  • PhD or *equivalent, preferably in the field of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery,
  • Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning, teaching and training, preferably in the field of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery, 
  • Valid registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Specialist in Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery with a minimum of 7 years’ experience after registration as a maxillofacial and oral surgical specialist,
  • A broad understanding in all aspects of the specialty,
  • A record of peer reviewed publications, preferably in the field of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery, 
  • A record of postgraduate student teaching, learning, training and research supervision,
  • Evidence of expertise, national standing, and definite international presence in his/her discipline,
  • The integration of community engagement with learning and teaching and/or research,
  • Experience in generating research grants.
 
Minimum Requirements - Associate Professor/Head Clinical Department
  • PhD or *equivalent or master’s degree with an acceptable publication record, preferably in the field of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery or superspeciality in niche area of interest eg. Cleft Lip and Palate, TMJ surgery, Oncology Surgery etc. 
  • Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching, preferably in the field of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery, 
  • Valid registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Specialist in Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery with a minimum of 7 years’ experience after registration as a maxillofacial and oral surgical specialist,
  • A broad understanding in all aspects of the specialty,
  • A record of peer reviewed publications, preferably in the field of Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery,
  • A record of postgraduate student teaching, learning, training and research involvement,
  • The integration of community engagement with learning and teaching and/or research,
  • Evidence of expertise and national standing in his/her discipline.

The level of appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 
 
Kindly note: 
*By "equivalent" we refer to applicants that may have a dual qualification (qualified in medicine and dentistry) or a qualification in a sub-speciality in the field of surgery coupled with clinical experience. 
The successful candidate will provide maxillofacial and oral surgery services, including scheduled overtime, across designated health centres and hospitals per the departmental roster, with compensation aligning to institutional and labor guidelines. 
 
For further information on this position (but not applications), please contact Dr. G Hein on tel.no. (021) 937-3087 or e-mail ghein@uwc.ac.za
 
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
 
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.


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