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Academic Lecturer job vacancy in Durban Central.
We are a private higher education distance education provider specializing in undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Academic Lecturer to join our team for the Postgraduate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence program.
Salary: Market Related / Competitive / Negotiable.
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree (essential)
- Master in: OR related field
- Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning.
- Master of Computer Science (M.C.S.) with a specialization in AI or Data Science.
- Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in AI and Robotics.
- Master of Information Technology (M.IT) with a focus on AI and Data Analytics.
- Master of Data Science (MDS) with a strong AI component.
- Ph.D. or in progress, or a clear intention to commence Ph.D.
- 4-5 Years of academic experience
- 2-3 Years of demonstrated engagement in an online education environment
Skills Required:
- Proficiency in online education and learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard, Moodle, Classera)
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Thorough understanding of the South African Higher Education regulatory framework
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Programme Development, Management, and Review:
- Conduct needs analysis to identify learning objectives and desired outcomes
- Develop, manage, and continually review a dynamic curriculum with innovative learning pathways
- Monitor and evaluate online programs based on quality criteria, ensuring alignment with learning objectives
- Teaching and Facilitation:
- Facilitate online lectures
- Provide academic consultation and build strong relationships with students
- Design, deliver, and coordinate group activities such as online tutorials and webinars
- Student Engagement and Support:
- Promote critical thinking and collaboration through discussion forums, real-world case studies, problem-solving exercises, and peer-to-peer interactions
- Identify at-risk students and provide timely pastoral care and support
- Assessment and Feedback:
- Design formative and summative assessments and reflection activities
- Conduct program and module evaluations
- Collaborate with quality assurance teams to align programs with regulatory standards
- Research and Publication:
- Maintain active research profile
- Supervise student research reports
- Publish in international journals
- Share knowledge through webinars and workshops
- Administrative Duties and Coordination:
- Serve as a subject matter expert for content resource development
- Undertake administrative tasks related to program and quality management, including data analytics and reporting
- Potentially serve as a program coordinator
- Professional Development:
- Participate in online communities of practice
- Attend webinars and workshops on online teaching strategies and instructional design
- Collaborate with peers on interdisciplinary projects
If you are a passionate educator with the qualifications and skills outlined above, we invite you to join our team. Together, we can make a significant impact on the field of Artificial Intelligence education. Apply today to be a part of our innovative and dynamic academic community.