Senior Lecturer/Medical Specialist

The University of Cape Town (UCT) invites applications for a permanent, full-time Senior Lecturer/Medical Specialist position within the Division of Family Medicine, part of the Department of Family, Community and Emergency Care in the Faculty of Health Sciences.

This is a unique opportunity for a qualified medical specialist in family medicine to take on a significant scholarly and leadership role. The primary focus of this position is to coordinate postgraduate educational programmes, specifically the MMed and Postgraduate Diploma programmes, within the Division of Family Medicine.

About the Division of Family Medicine

The Division of Family Medicine is committed to advancing family medicine and primary care through education, research, and community engagement. Join a dedicated team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare professionals.

Key Requirements

• Registered as an Independent Medical Practitioner and Medical Specialist (Family Medicine) with the HPCSA, and in good standing.
• MBChB with a postgraduate qualification in family medicine (MMed, MPraxMed, MFamMed) and FCFP(SA).
• Minimum of five years of post-community service in diagnostic clinical practice (primary care level) in either public or private healthcare sectors.
• At least two years of clinical teaching, learning, and supervision experience with postgraduate students.
• Solid understanding of the South African healthcare system.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.
• Access to personal transport for site visits and off-campus meetings.

Advantageous Skills & Experience

• Formal academic teaching, learning, and assessment experience with undergraduate and/or postgraduate students in higher education.
• A postgraduate qualification in health sciences education.
• Experience in research and postgraduate research supervision.
• Experience in participating in and leading community-oriented primary care projects with community stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and clinical leadership and management within the Division of Family Medicine.
• Serve as the convenor for postgraduate programmes, overseeing the MMed and Postgraduate Diploma.
• Ensure quality assurance, risk management, and adherence to academic governance processes.
• Facilitate strong connections between the Division, Department, Faculty, and external stakeholders.
• Directly and indirectly supervise registrars on the clinical platform.

Salary & Benefits

The appointment will be based on the UCT Academic Clinical Conditions of Service. The annual cost of employment, including benefits, will align with the University’s clinical academic pay line and OSD rates.

Application Process

To apply, click the “Apply” button on the job portal link provided. You will need to create a candidate profile and submit your application. Please ensure the following documents are attached to your profile:

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Motivational letter addressing the position’s requirements
• Proof of professional registration (HPCSA)
• Names and contact details of three referees (including their title, name, position, relationship to you, email, and telephone number)
• Highest qualification certificates
• Copy of your ID/Passport

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo competency and pre-placement medical assessments. References may be requested by UCT at any stage of the selection process.

Enquiries

For any enquiries regarding the application process, please contact Ms Tracy Moore at [email protected] or 021 650 5405.

Important Dates

Closing Date: 30 October 2025

Equity Statement

UCT is a designated employer committed to excellence, diversity, and redress, striving to achieve its equity targets as per its Employment Equity Plan. Preference will be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups. UCT reserves the right not to appoint.