Lecturer Position at UWC School of Nursing

About the University of the Western Cape (UWC)

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a dynamic public university located in Bellville, South Africa. Committed to academic excellence and social justice, UWC’s Faculty of Community and Health Sciences, especially the School of Nursing, is well-regarded for its high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

About the Role

UWC is looking for a passionate and experienced Lecturer to join the School of Nursing. This is a permanent, full-time position that is part of a Joint Establishment, meaning you will have responsibilities within both the University and the Provincial Health Department. This unique role combines academic duties with a contribution to clinical service delivery, in line with our collaborative agreement with the Provincial Health Department.

Key Responsibilities

As a Lecturer, your main duties will include:

• Coordinating activities for both undergraduate and clinical nursing programmes.
• Supervising Master’s level research, particularly if you hold a PhD.
• Delivering engaging teaching and learning experiences to undergraduate and/or postgraduate students.
• Actively participating in ongoing research programmes.
• Developing and nurturing partnerships with industry and other academic institutions.
• Engaging in community outreach initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this important role, you must meet the following criteria:

• A Master’s degree in Nursing or a related Health discipline.
• Proven experience in teaching at a tertiary level.
• Evidence of your publication output (e.g., journal articles, conference papers).
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse / Midwife / Community Health Nurse / Psychiatric Nurse.
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nurse Educator.

Important Note: Submission of copies of your SANC registrations for both a Professional Nurse/Midwife/Community Health Nurse/Psychiatric Nurse AND a Nurse Educator is mandatory for your application.

Added Advantages (What Will Make You Stand Out)

Candidates with the following will have an advantage:

• Being a highly motivated individual currently pursuing or already registered for a PhD in Nursing.
• Experience in clinical supervision.
• An additional qualification in a clinical speciality and/or Health Services Management.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply!

When preparing your application, please highlight your strengths and include any exceptional achievements for the selection panel’s consideration. Your application must include:

• A comprehensive cover letter motivating your suitability for the position.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with contact details for three professional referees.
• Copies of your highest qualification certificate(s).
• Copies of your SANC registrations (Professional Nurse/Midwife/Community Health Nurse/Psychiatric Nurse and Nurse Educator).

To apply, please visit the UWC Careers portal and click on the “Apply for this Job” link.

For any recruitment-related queries, you may contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/9763/9708/3551/3756 or email [email protected].

Disclaimer: By applying, you consent to UWC sharing your application with relevant university stakeholders. In line with UWC’s commitment to workforce diversity, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates, and may conduct competency assessments.