FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF HEALTH CARE SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN NUTRITION
LECTURER (MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY)


In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.


RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Teaching undergraduate medical nutrition therapy conditions with a specific focus on paediatrics nutrition;
• Clinical supervision of undergraduate students in the medical nutrition field of practice;
• Planning and coordination of the 4th year internship programme (including, but not limited to lectures, placements, facility accreditations and site visits);
• Participating in skills training necessary for paediatrics medical nutrition therapy (undergraduate and postgraduate);
• Coordination of undergraduate modules, including updating course content with current literature and intervention strategies and revising study guides;
• Maintaining the electronic learning environment for students;
• Performing other academic and research duties as may be delegated by the Head of Department;
• Participate in the Department, School of Healthcare Sciences, and Faculty strategic initiatives relating to teaching and learning, research and community engagement;
• Assist with marketing/ outreach activities of the department (may require weekend work or after hours)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Master’s degree in Dietetics;
• Current registration with Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an independent practitioner (registered dietitian);
• One DHET accredited publication.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Good verbal and written communication skills;
• Good interpersonal and mentoring skills;
• Good computer skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Scientific writing skills.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Recent and up to date clinical experience including paediatric nutrition;
• Ph D in Dietetics;
• A valid driver’s licence;
• At least one year of teaching, assessment and clinical supervision of students at a Higher Education Institution.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.


Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za
In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV (this must be on the UP-CV template);
• Certified copies of qualifications and HPCSA registration;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Self-evaluation report.

CLOSING DATE: 05 NOVEMBER 2024
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.


ENQUIRIES: Mr E Montane, tel: 012 356 3243 or email: Edwin.montane@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Dr C Ellis, Tel: (012) 356 3202 or email: christa.ellis@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.


Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 December 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.


The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.