Job Details

📌 Job Title: Lecturer – Department of Human Resource Management
🆔 Job ID: 26293
🏫 Institution: University of Pretoria
📍 Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
💼 Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Company Overview

University of Pretoria is one of South Africa’s leading research-intensive institutions, recognised internationally for academic excellence and innovation. The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences is committed to developing future leaders and advancing knowledge in commerce, industrial psychology, and human resource management.

The University promotes diversity, transformation, and inclusive excellence across its academic community.

Job Overview

The Department of Human Resource Management invites applications for a Lecturer position. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, postgraduate supervision, research output, and engagement within the fields of Industrial Psychology and Human Resource Management.

This role requires a balance of academic scholarship, professional registration, and student-focused engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Lecture at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Supervise postgraduate students and Industrial Psychology internships.
Conduct scientific research and publish in accredited journals.
Engage with students, academic peers, and industry stakeholders.
Participate in departmental academic and administrative activities.

Qualifications

🎓 Education

Completed Master’s Degree with specialisation in Industrial Psychology.
Registered with the HPCSA as an Industrial Psychologist.
Evidence of a research component (publication, conference paper, book chapter, or equivalent).
Enrolled or applied for a relevant doctoral qualification (Advantageous).

💼 Experience

Demonstrated teaching potential or relevant industry experience.
Experience supervising postgraduate research (Advantageous).
Experience lecturing large groups and blended learning exposure (Preferred).

🧠 Skills

Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to manage teaching, research, and administrative responsibilities.
Digital literacy and integration of technology in teaching.
Cultural sensitivity and student-centered approach.
Strong planning and organisational skills.

CV Tips

Clearly indicate HPCSA registration status and registration number.
Highlight research outputs (publications, conferences, accredited journals).
Include supervision experience and postgraduate guidance exposure.
Demonstrate teaching experience with class sizes and modules taught.
Attach a concise academic CV (include ORCID if available).
Prepare a short teaching philosophy statement if requested.

Benefits of Joining the University

Competitive remuneration aligned with University policy.
50% contribution to BESTMED or UMVUZO medical aid schemes.
Opportunity to grow within a leading research university.
Exposure to postgraduate supervision and doctoral development.
Academic development and research support opportunities.

Company Policy

University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan. Preference may be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All applicants agree to credential verification. The University reserves the right not to fill the position. If no feedback is received by 30 June 2026, please consider your application unsuccessful.

To apply for this job please visit www1.up.ac.za.