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COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES

 SCHOOL OF ARTS

 

HOWARD COLLEGE – 3 posts

 PIETERMARITZBURG  - 2 posts

 

AD HOC LECTURERS

(FIVE MONTHS SEMESTER 2, 2025)

 

REFERENCE NO.: SOA – 54: 2025 – PMB

SOA – 55:2025 – Howard College

 

 

The School of Arts invites applications for ad hoc lecturer positions in the field of Historical Studies.

 

Successful candidates will be expected to deliver lectures in selected modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; prepare and conduct seminars/practical sessions; set and mark tests, assignments and examinations; and undertake consultations with students.

 

Where applicable, ad hoc lecturers may be required to supervise postgraduate (usually honours level) student projects and undertake any other roles that will be assigned by the Cluster Leader in one or more modules offered in the second semester of 2025.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

·        Masters Degree in Historical Studies (PhD will be an advantage)

·        Demonstrate excellent knowledge in subject area (such as a good academic record or relevant publications)

·        Experience and proficiency in classroom technologies such as Moodle applications

·        At least one year’s teaching experience at tertiary level

 

Inquiries and details regarding the post may be directed to the School Operations Manager, Mr Adarsh Maharaj: maharaja21@ukzn.ac.za who will direct your query to the relevant academic leader.

 

REMUNERATION: The remuneration offered will be in accordance with UKZN fixed-term rates of pay.

 

The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 25 July 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

 

When submitting your application, indicate the advert reference number and the  campus you are applying for, (application form can be downloaded from the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za).  

 

Please e-mail applications to: Mr Gavin Mtolo - mtolot@ukzn.ac.za

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