Lecturer/Associate lecturer Emergency Medical Care Health Sciences

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan

Nelson Mandela University is expanding its Bachelor's degree programme in Emergency Medical Care (B.EMC) in the Eastern Cape and is seeking to fill an associate lecturer or lecturer position with a dynamic and forward-thinking Emergency Care Practitioner.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the academic experience of students in the programme, engage in relevant healthcare research, and support the development of strong connections between academia, commerce, NGOs and government services.

1. Deliver lectures and facilitate learning for modules within the B.EMC programme.
2. Foster and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the Emergency Medical Care sector.
3. Conduct, publish, and promote impactful research in the field of Emergency Medical Care.
4. Participate in and contribute to community health promotion and outreach initiatives.
   1. Support the development and presentation of Short Learning Programmes and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities.
   2. Develop and assist with student assessments, examinations, and related academic activities as required by the Department.
5. Supervise and participate in clinical practice shifts to support student training.

1. Possess knowledge of the theory and practice of Emergency Medical Services.
2. Proven expertise in the field of Emergency Medical Care.
3. Experience in facilitating learning at undergraduate level.
4. Excellent teaching and interpersonal skills.
5. Good management/administrative skills.
6. Proven computer literacy in the MS Office Suite.
   1. Safe working knowledge of Rescue Modules associated with the B.EMC programme.

In addition to the competencies stated above, also:

1. Experience in blended and online learning.
2. Experience in using learning management systems, such as Moodle or Blackboard .
3. Experience in research in terms of academic supervision.
   1. Proven practical expertise in the field of Emergency Medical Care.
   2. Expert knowledge of the theory and practice of Emergency Medical Services.
   3. Expert working knowledge of Rescue Modules associated with the B.EMC programme.
   4. Experience in the Provincial Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will be an advantage.

Education

B.Tech (EMC) or B.EMC degree

Registration

Registered with the HPCSA as an Emergency Care Practitioner (ECP)

Experience

At least 2 years of practical experience in the EMS field

Teaching experience

At least one year experience in teaching, assessment or supervision of students in clinical work integrated learning.

Driver's license

Code 8 or 10 driver's licence PDP licence is an advantage

Physical fitness

Must be physically capable to practice in the field of medical rescue and willing to facilitate physical activities with students.

Qualifications

Relevant Masters degree to the field of Emergency Medical Care (Completion of any formal further education qualification related to EMC is an advantage)

Registration

Registered with the HPCSA as an Emergency Care Practitioner (ECP) (Registration as an Assessor and/or Moderator will be an advantage)

Experience

At least 2 years in teaching, training, education and/or lecturing in the field of Emergency Medical Care.

Added advantages

Experience with Provincial EMS systems as an ECP will be an advantage.

Experience serving on any EMC boards, professional associations or councils would be an advantage.

Please note that no late applications will be accepted

Candidates are to carefully read the requirements and provide a cover letter which sets out how they meet the post requirements as set out in this advert. An updated CV, HPCSA registration number, qualifications, and Driver's Licenses (Code 8 or Code 10) are to be provided.