Head of School – Nursing (Associate Professor/Professor)

About the role

The Faculty of Health Sciences seeks a senior academic leader to serve as Head of the School of Nursing. The appointment combines a permanent associate professor or professor position with a five‑year contract to lead the school, renewable for a second term.

Key responsibilities

• Participate in Faculty management under the Dean’s leadership.
• Drive research, scholarship, community engagement and transformation within the School of Nursing.
• Promote innovative teaching and learning, including simulation and technology.
• Oversee curriculum development and review in line with SANC and CHE standards.
• Represent the school in national, regional and international nursing and health‑care forums.
• Manage strategic and day‑to‑day operations, including financial stewardship.
• Identify and secure third‑stream income to support core functions.

Required profile

• PhD (NQF Level 10) in Nursing.
• Professional registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Clinical Nurse and Midwife.
• Registered qualifications in Nursing Education and Nursing Administration/Management.
• Proven team‑lead experience in nursing.
• Minimum 7 years (associate) or 10 years (professor) of higher‑education experience, with at least 5 years in academic management.
• Experience supervising master’s and PhD candidates to completion.
• Strong record of peer‑reviewed publications, scholarly collaborations, and external research funding.
• Evidence of academic leadership (editorial boards, committee chairing, keynote speaking).

Required skills

What we offer

• Permanent academic appointment with a five‑year contract for school leadership.
• Opportunities to shape nursing education and research at a national level.
• Access to university resources, research support and collaborative networks.