RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will actively participate in the following areas:

• Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in veterinary pathology;
• Experiential training of undergraduate and postgraduates in veterinary diagnostic pathology;
• Preparation, presentation and review of course material;
• Lectures, seminars and tutorials, evaluation of students, student support and participation in curriculum improvement and development;
• Diagnostic necropsy and biopsy duties on a rotational basis;
• Active participation in departmental research programmes;
• Service rendering to developing communities and continuing education programmes; and;
• Administrative and management tasks as delegated by the Head of Department.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Lecturer:

• A BVSc or BVMCh degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
• MMedVet (Path) degree from the University of Pretoria to be completed within a reasonable time of appointment; 
• Registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) as a veterinarian; 
• Commitment to develop a teaching and learning portfolio;
• Strong interest in research and potential to become an established specialist researcher; and
• Evidence of continued professional development or continued education development.

Senior Lecturer: 

• A BVSc or BVMCh degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
• MMedVet (Path) degree from the University of Pretoria OR a European/ American Board-Certified degree in veterinary pathology (ECVP / ACVP); 
• Registered or amenable to be authorized with the SAVC; 
• At least 2 years’ experience in diagnostic veterinary pathology laboratory/ institution; and
• At least two peer-reviewed paper in the field of veterinary pathology in an accredited scientific journal as senior or co-author.

Associate Professor:

• A BVSc or BVMCh degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
• MMedVet (Path) degree from the University of Pretoria OR a European/ American Board-Certified degree in veterinary pathology (ECVP / ACVP); 
• Registered or amenable to be authorized with the SAVC;
• Five years’ experience as a specialist in veterinary pathology;
• At least five full peer reviewed papers in accredited scientific journals as senior or co-author;
• A record of previous undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience;
• Successful supervision of Masters students;
• The ability to attract independent research funding;
• Participatory membership of professional bodies; and
• Evidence of academic scholarship and professional national recognition.

Professor:

• An appropriate PhD-degree; 
• Registered or amenable to be authorized with the SAVC;
• Significant national and international professional recognition;
• Substantial experience in research, supported by a sustained record and impact of publications in national and international accredited journals with focus on Veterinary Pathology;
• A record of previous undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience;
• Successful supervision of several students on Masters, PhD and post-doctoral level;
• Proof of the ability to attract independent research funding;
• Participatory membership of professional bodies;
• Evidence of exceptional academic scholarship;
• Evidence of community engagement; and
• Experience in field-based research.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES FOR ALL POSTS (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Proven knowledge and competence in pathology;
• Research interest appropriate to the position;
• Candidates without a PhD: Commitment to obtain further postgraduate qualification   in reasonable time;
• Good language and communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills;
• Generic teaching competence such as communication and presentation, word processing, spreadsheet and social networking skills; and
• Critical thinking ability.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Lecturing experience in veterinary pathology; 
• Employment at an academic institution or research facility; and 
• Laboratory experience in the field of immunohistochemistry.