Lecturer​/Associate Lecturer- Applied Language Stu

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

To teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the Department of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics, with a focus on professional communication modules.

• Facilitate the teaching and learning processes, practices and research in the department especially in the fields of formal and applied linguistics.
• Use online blended learning tools in the fields of teaching and researching formal and applied linguistics.
• Participate in engagement within the university and wider community.
• Supervise postgraduate students.
• Develop local and globally relevant course and module content in collaboration with staff in the department and across faculties.
• Develop innovative assessment instruments.
• Contribute to the creation of knowledge through research and publication in accredited journals.
• Perform administrative duties relevant to the portfolio.
• Coordinate learning and teaching and admin duties on the George campus.

• In-depth knowledge of the theory and practice of formal and applied linguistics.
• Experience in facilitating learning in the fields of formal and applied linguistics at undergraduate level.
• Experience in the use of embedding digital technology as tools within the fields of formal and applied linguistics.
• Linguistic lecturing experience of at least two years in higher education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Ability to contribute towards transformative curricula.
• Demonstrated potential as a researcher.
• Excellent communication proficiencies in English (written and spoken). Competency in isi Xhosa and/or Afrikaans is an advantage.

In order to be considered for appointment to this post, candidates must have:

• Associate Lecturer:
  • A BA Hons in Applied Linguistics or Corporate Communication (not Literature) relevant experience
  • A Master’s in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics is recommended.
  • Knowledge of formal and applied linguistics.
  • Lecturing experience of at least one year in a tertiary institution.
• Lecturer:
  • A relevant Onours Master’s in Linguistics. (not Literature)
  • Knowledge of formal and applied linguistics.
  • Lecturing experience of at least two years in a tertiary institution.

Nelson Mandela University is a designated employer committed to pursuing excellence, diversity, inclusion, and redress in achieving its employment equity targets. Preference will be given to suitably qualified (Race and Gender) candidates in accordance with the University's employment equity targets.

No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 30 January 2026.