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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB
• Teaching Human Anatomy including Histology, Embryology, and Systems-based Gross Anatomy to 1st and 2nd year Medical and Health Sciences students
• Coordinating the delivery of an integrated Human Anatomy module and the related required curriculum development
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Learning and Teaching
•Design and evaluate rigorous assessments aligned with core learning objectives
•Deliver proactive academic support to maximise student retention and wellbeing
•Maintain a documented record of teaching excellence and positive student feedback
•Implement innovative learning technologies and student-centered teaching methodologies
•Integrate curriculum content across modules to ensure horizontal and vertical alignment
•Facilitate inclusive and interactive learning through student-focused pedagogy
•Uphold rigorous quality-control standards in all teaching and assessment practices
Research
•Produce original research that advances the scholarly agenda of the department, school and faculty
•Supervise postgraduate students and provide hands-on research training and mentorship
•Advance an independent research program that secures funding and generates high-impact outputs
Engagement and Transformation
•Fulfill academic governance and operational responsibilities within the University
•Engage in professional practice and disciplinary development at a national and/or international level
•Contribute to institutional capacity building through active leadership in departmental, school and faculty initiatives
•Translate academic expertise into practical applications for societal and sector impact
CORE COMPETENCIES
•Experienced in teaching Medical and Health Science students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
•Advanced subject knowledge of Human Anatomy sustained through informed continuous scholarship and professional engagement in the discipline
•Experienced in the design, coordination, and quality-driven review of Health Sciences modules
•Proficiency in implementing contemporary blended and technology-enhanced learning approaches with documented impact
•Student and peer recognition for delivering inclusive, excellent teaching that prioritises student success and retention
•Proficient with the use of Microsoft 365 applications and able to adapt to institutional learning platforms and internal software systems
•Superior interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary and multicultural environments
•Ability to manage critical academic tasks with decisiveness, precision and consistency
•Cultivate a collegial, inclusive, and high-performance academic climate that prioritises teamwork and transparent communication
REQUIREMENTS
Academic
A minimum of three (3) years teaching experience in gross anatomy, histology, and/or embryology
A PhD in Human Anatomy or equivalent
The following requirement may be an advantage:
A qualification in Health Sciences Education
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
•a reference letter outlining core competencies and key performance areas,
•an updated CV,
•a copy of ID,
•copy of Driver’s License and
•certified copies of all tertiary qualifications
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Please note that no late applications will be accepted
