Teaching and Learning Coordinator (MBChB or a master’s degree in clinical psychology) (Job ID: 5721) – (1413) needed at University of the Free State
Job title : Teaching and Learning Coordinator (MBChB or a master’s degree in clinical psychology) (Job ID: 5721) – (1413)
Job Location : Free State, Bloemfontein
Deadline : June 03, 2024
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Duties and responsibilities:
- Contribute to Psychiatry curriculum development in the MBChB programme; B. Occupational and Physiotherapy.
- Organising, monitoring and reporting of undergraduate clinical rotations.
- Liaise with clinical personnel regarding undergraduate student training and assessment.
- Liaise with academic staff and lecturers regarding student lectures, clinical rotations and assessments.
- Liaise with the Head of Department, as well as with the Phase II and Ill chairs, Program Director and Teaching and Learning coordinators in other clinical departments.
- Develop teaching and learning material and assessment tools.
- Provide quality assurance services in the undergraduate and postgraduate curricula.
- Teach, evaluate, assess and monitor the throughput of undergraduate modules.
- Planning and managing assessments in Psychiatry modules for undergraduate students, including coordination, development, implementation, evaluation and administration of assessments.
- Provide student support.
- Involvement in the general academic programme of the Department of Psychiatry.
- The incumbent will be required to travel to clinical training sites of the School of Clinical Medicine.
- Identify and access funding sources to support own research and research of students.
- Actively participate in the research focus areas of the department, producing outputs such as journal papers, procuring external research funding etc.
- Engage in community projects.
- Assume administrative and/or leadership duties in the department such as course co-ordinator; coordination of PhD and Masters programmes; coordinator of particular research projects; tutor selection and coordination.
Inherent Job requirements:
Lecturer/ Medical Officer
- A MBChB or master’s degree in clinical psychology.
- Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an independent medical practitioner or a Clinical Psychologist.
- A minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience in managing patients with psychiatric conditions.
Senior Lecturer/Medical Specialist
- A MBChB or a master’s degree in clinical psychology.
- Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a specialist in Psychiatry or a Clinical Psychologist.
- A minimum of four (4) years of clinical experience in the management of undergraduate training and assessment in the specialty.
Recommendations:
- Proven experience in the supervision or training of students.
- Postgraduate qualification in Mental Healthcare.
- Postgraduate qualification in medical education.
- Proven experience in research in medical education.
- A PhD related to Mental Health Care.
- A valid driver’s license.
Key Competencies Required:
Results-oriented:
- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
- The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
Strategic thinking:
- The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
- The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
Business Acumen:
- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Proficient in using MS Office.
- Good organisation and communication skills.
- Knowledge of online platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Blackboard and Zoom.
- Knowledge of research processes.
Leading:
- The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.
Building coalitions:
- The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
Required Documents
Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.
- A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
- Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
- A copy of your identity document.
- Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
- A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
- Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).
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