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The Independent Institute of Education, Rosebank College, is part of the ADvTECH Group, Africa's leading private education provider. From our humble beginning in 1909, Rosebank College has grown to a student population of more than 30,000 students nationwide.

As we continue to expand and innovate, we invite passionate professionals to become part of our dynamic team. If you are driven by the desire to make a meaningful difference in students' lives and wish to contribute to an institution that values academic excellence, connection, and student success, we would love to hear from you.

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Programme / Module Context

Postgraduate and/or Research-based programmes

Purpose of the Role

The Research Supervisor is responsible for providing high-quality academic supervision, guidance, and assessment support to postgraduate students undertaking research projects. The role ensures that students are supported to meet academic, ethical, and institutional research standards within prescribed timelines.

Key Responsibilities

The Research Supervisor will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Providing individualised research supervision and academic support to assigned students.
• Guiding students through all phases of the research process, including proposal development, literature review, methodology, analysis, and final submission.
• Evaluating and assessing student research work in accordance with institutional assessment criteria and policies.
• Delivering comprehensive, constructive, and timely written feedback on drafts and final submissions.
• Overseeing all required academic guidance, support, and assessment activities related to student research projects.
• Submitting assessment results and reports in line with institutional procedures, guidelines, and deadlines.
• Ensuring adherence to academic ethics, including research integrity, ethical clearance processes, and the prevention of plagiarism.
• Upholding the standards and requirements of the supervisor–student relationship as outlined in relevant research and postgraduate policies.
• Participating in supervisor training, assessment standardisation meetings, academic workshops, and relevant campus or online events.
• Serving, where required, on academic or ethics committees.
• Responding to student academic queries via official communication platforms (e.g. email or the Learning Management System).
• Complying with all institutional policies, procedures, and quality assurance requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• A Master’s degree in a relevant academic discipline.
• Sound knowledge of academic research methodologies and ethics.

Ideal Requirements

• A Doctoral degree (PhD) in a relevant field.
• Previous experience supervising postgraduate research at honours or postgraduate diploma level or higher.
• Experience working within higher education quality assurance and research governance frameworks.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong academic writing, editing, and feedback skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple students and deadlines effectively.
• High level of academic integrity and ethical awareness.
• Proficiency in online learning platforms and digital communication tools.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.

Key Attributes

• Student-centred and supportive supervisory approach.
• Attention to detail and commitment to academic excellence.
• Professionalism, reliability, and accountability.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within an academic team.

Resumption of Duties

• As soon as possible

Key Competencies:

• Knowledge and understanding of the South African higher education systems and regulatory framework.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Teaching and Learning theory and interventions.
• The ability to provide student support services.
• The ability to work with and learn more about digitalized academic platforms.
• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
• Ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Deadline orientated and can work well under pressure.
• Ability to manage time effectively.

Working Hours:

Classes are scheduled from 08h00am until 17h00pm, Monday to Friday. Your working hours will depend on the modules allocated to you. 

Salary:

Market related.

Rosebank College is an equal opportunities employer however preference will be given to EE and South African candidates.