Education & Training

Senior Lecturer: Department Urban and Regional Planning (Job ID 6609)

University of the Free State

Location
Bloemfontein, Free State
Minimum qualification
Bachelor's degree
Closing date

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**Overview** This role is for a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning at the University of the Free State. The position focuses on academic leadership in research, postgraduate teaching and assessment, student supervision, community engagement, and administrative duties within the department and wider university. **What you will do** * Initiate, conduct and sustain quality research outputs in Urban and Regional Planning. * Provide research leadership and mentorship to academic colleagues and postgraduate students. * Teach and assess postgraduate students in relevant modules, including the development and delivery of learning materials, assessment activities and feedback to support student learning and academic progression. * Provide study leadership at the postgraduate level. * Participate in community engagement initiatives where possible. * Recruit and supervise postgraduate students. * Identify and pursue opportunities for external funding and collaborative research projects. * Perform relevant academic and general administrative duties at departmental, faculty and University level. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A PhD on NQF level 10 in Human Settlements, Urban and Regional Planning or a closely related field. * At least 5-10 publications in internationally recognised journals or relevant industry experience. * Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship. * An NRF rating or demonstrated potential for obtaining an NRF rating. * Proven experience in supervision of graduated master’s degree students. * A proven research record of relevant publication/s in peer-reviewed national and international accredited scientific journals. * Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher-education levels. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is an academic with a PhD in Human Settlements, Urban and Regional Planning, or a closely related field, who possesses a strong research profile including 5-10 publications in internationally recognised journals and proven national recognition for specialist expertise. They should have an NRF rating or the potential to obtain one, and demonstrated experience supervising graduated master's students and actively participating in national or international scholarly societies. Candidates who can source external research funding and have proven lecturing or teaching experience are also desired. Key competencies for the role include being results-oriented (adaptable, composed), strategic thinking (planning, analytical), possessing business acumen (adhering to rules, proficient in MS Office), strong leadership capabilities (taking charge, cooperative), and the ability to build coalitions (sensitive, establishing connections). **Deadline** 22 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/senior-lecturer-department-urban-and-regional-planning-job-id-6609-university-of-the-free-state-1 Source: myjobmag

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    Duties and responsibilities: * Initiate, conduct and sustain quality research outputs in Urban and Regional Planning. * Provide research leadership and mentorship to academic colleagues and postgraduate students. * Teach and assess postgraduate students in relevant modules, including the development and delivery of learning materials, assessment activities and feedback to support student learning and academic progression. * Provide study leadership at the postgraduate level. * Participate in community engagement initiatives where possible. * Recruit and supervise postgraduate students. * Identify and pursue opportunities for external funding and collaborative research projects. * Perform relevant academic and general administrative duties at departmental, faculty and University level. Inherent Job Requirements: * A PhD on NQF level 10 in Human Settlements, Urban and Regional Planning or a closely related field. * At least 5-10 publications in internationally recognised journals or relevant industry experience. * Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship. * An NRF rating or demonstrated potential for obtaining an NRF rating. * Proven experience in supervision of graduated master’s degree students. * A proven research record of relevant publication/s in peer-reviewed national and international accredited scientific journals. * Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher-education levels. Recommendations: * A demonstrated ability to source external research funding or grant opportunities. * Proven lecturing or teaching experience Competencies Key Competencies Required: Results-oriented: * The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations. * The ability to maintain composure and self-control. Strategic Thinking: * The ability to plan work and to follow plans. * The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work. Business Acumen: * The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations. * Proficient in using MS Office. Leading: * The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others. * The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together. Building Coalitions: * The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others. * The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people. Assumption of duties: * 1 January 2026 Closing date: * 22 October 2026

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