Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in German Studies in the School of Languages and Literatures
Rhodes University
Makhanda, Eastern Cape
Permanent
Posted 26 March 2026
- Closing Date 08 April 2026
Job Details
Job Description
The School of Languages and Literatures is looking for suitably qualified candidates to join their team.
All academics are responsible for disseminating knowledge (teaching and learning), creating knowledge (research), and engaging in community engagement, recognising differences in executing these responsibilities within the various departments and faculties. Academics are also expected to assume administrative, management, and/or leadership duties at the departmental, faculty, and/or university levels.
The Requirements
Lecturer
- A completed MA in German Studies, German as a Foreign Language, German Literature, German Linguistics, or similar. As a probation requirement, candidates will be expected to commit to PhD research should they be appointed.
- Some teaching experience is required. The incumbent should be acquainted with online/blended teaching, testing, and marking, or be willing to acquire these skills immediately upon assuming the role through workshop attendance or other developmental opportunities.
- The ability to teach German as a Foreign Language is essential; candidates must also be able to teach at least one of the following fields: German literature of the 20th and/ or 21st centuries, translation in theory and practice, and cultural studies.
- An ability to supervise postgraduate students is required.
- Some evidence and experience in conducting research. Evidence of accredited published outputs would be an advantage.
- Some record of administration, management and/ or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).
Senior Lecturer
- A completed PhD in German Studies, German as a Foreign Language, German Literature, German Linguistics, or similar.
- Considerable teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels is required. The incumbent must be acquainted with online/ blended teaching, testing, and marking.
- Experience in teaching German as a Foreign Language is essential; candidates must also have experience in teaching at least one of the following fields: German literature (especially of the 20th and 21st centuries), translation in theory and practice, and cultural studies.
- Experience supervising postgraduate students is required. Research supervision experience up to at least a Master’s degree to completion is required.
- Emerging national profile in the discipline and a credible record of accredited, peer-reviewed publications.
- Track record of administration, management and/ or leadership roles.
Application Process
It is essential that prospective candidates read the role profile and further particulars document for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.
The following documents are required:
- A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
- At least three referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
- A strong and succinct motivation outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.
Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered.
Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system.
Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.
Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application, please contact [email protected].
Selection Process:
- The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.
- Start date for this position: From 1 July 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter
Remuneration per annum:
Lecturer
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R 667,972.00
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R 872,722.00
Senior Lecturer
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R 826,322.00
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1,069,564.00
All applications will be treated in strict confidence. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in and of itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.
Closing Date: 8 April 2026
This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.
If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion
Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups, as well as persons with disabilities, to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.
Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.
