Senior Lecturer/Lecturer (Faculty of Art, Design & Architecture: Department of Graphic Design) - Gauteng
University of Johannesburg
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor's vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa”. “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 ” The Department of Graphic Design, Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture at the University of Johannesburg is recruiting a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Communication Design to teach Communication Design and Communication Design Theory to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Responsibilities include presenting formal lectures in practical and theoretical modules, conducting student assessments and moderation, undertaking academic-, year- and module coordination, supervising post-graduate students, developing academic programmes, engaging in discipline-related, accredited research, contributing to community engagement programmes, developing constructive interactions with industry and performing administrative duties as required Responsibilities: Prepare and present formal lectures and provide consultation opportunities in face-to-face and online modes in practical and theoretical modules in the under- and postgraduate Communication Design programmes Develop and apply innovative teaching strategies and methods Conduct student assessments and moderation according to the rules and regulations of the University Undertake academic-, year- and module coordination Work independently and collaboratively in developing academic programmes Participate in discipline or industry conferences, workshops and seminars Engage in discipline-related accredited textual research and equivalent accredited creative output of an excellent standard Provide postgraduate academic supervision commensurate with the level of appointment Contribute to departmental outreach and community engagement programmes Develop constructive interactions with industry or other constituencies outside of UJ which are to the benefit of scholarship at the University Participate in the activities of the Graphic Design Department, represent the Department on one or more Faculty committees and perform administrative duties as required Contribute broadly to student satisfaction, graduate output and progression to postgraduate study Lecturer A Masters qualification (NQF 9 level) in a relevant discipline such as Design, Communication Design, Graphic Design, Information Design, Multimedia, Advertising or Illustration. Proven experience in teaching a variety of communication design projects, such as branding, advertising, brand activation, packaging, web design, wayfinding, illustration, and photography at the undergraduate level. Proven experience in module or academic year administration. A demonstrable research interest and proven research ability as evidenced by a research portfolio containing accredited textual output OR accredited creative outputs OR an acceptable combination of accredited textual research and creative outputs. Senior Lecturer A Doctoral (NQF 10 level) in a relevant discipline such as Design, Communication Design, Graphic Design, Information Design, Multimedia, Advertising or Illustration. Proven experience in teaching a variety of communication design projects, such as branding, advertising, brand activation, packaging, web design, wayfinding, illustration, and photography at the undergraduate level. Proven experience in module or academic year administration. A demonstrable research interest and proven research ability as evidenced by a research portfolio containing accredited textual output OR accredited creative outputs OR an acceptable combination of accredited textual research and creative outputs. Competencies and Behavioural Attributes: Good working knowledge of Online Learning Management Systems such as Moodle, MS Word and Excel. Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud applications (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and After Effects). Good administrative skills. Excellent English communication skills Self-motivated, inspirational, and enthusiastic lecturer. Excellent time management and good organising, planning, and writing skills. Strong interpersonal skills that acknowledge different cultural perspectives. The ability to work in a team context Recommendations: At least three years of professional industry experience. Strong industrial interactions and involvement with communities, industry or governmental organisations. In addition to excellent English communication skills, proficiency in at least one African language. Enquiries: Enquiries regarding the job content: Ms Christa van Zyl on Tel: (011) 559 1010 Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Rev Eugene-Joshua Mouton (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 3878
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