"Lecturer: Screen Studies"

Job: IRC105652

Description

Job Title Lecturer: Screen Studies

Location Braamfontein,ZA

Organization Name Film And Television Studies (Screen Studies) - Wits School of Arts

Department Description

Brief Description

We are seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Lecturer in Screen Studies to join our team. This full-time position is ideal for an academic passionate about cinema and visual culture who is committed to guiding students toward excellence in film analysis and scholarly writing.

About the Role

The successful candidate will teach across the Screen Studies major, which forms a core part of our degree program:

• Second Year: Focus on key global cinematic movements and approaches, exploring diverse traditions and critical frameworks.

• Third Year: Emphasis on Global South and African film contexts, engaging students with regional perspectives and cultural narratives.

You will mentor students in:

• Developing strong academic writing skills.

• Analysing films and directorial approaches within historical and theoretical contexts.

• Preparing for postgraduate studies and research in film and screen media.

Departmental Engagement

The candidate is expected to be an active contributor to all facets of the department, including:

• Academic planning and curriculum development.

• Participation in portfolio work and departmental initiatives.

• Conducting independent research and contributing to the department’s scholarly output.

• Collaborating with colleagues across the department.

• Teaching in other courses within undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

• Supervising students at the postgraduate level.

Requirements

• A PhD in Film Studies, Screen Studies, or a related discipline. Or has submitted, or will submit, a PhD thesis for examination within 6 months of appointment.

• Demonstrated expertise in global cinema and/or African film contexts.

• Strong commitment to innovative teaching and student success.

• Prior teaching experience at tertiary level.

Attributes

• Experience in teaching film theory, history and movements as well as critical analysis.

• Ability to integrate diverse perspectives and foster inclusive learning environments.

• Research interests that extend the innovation trajectories within the Film and Television Department and the Wits School of Arts.

Why Join Us?

You will be part of a vibrant academic community that values creativity, critical thinking, and inter/multi/post-disciplinarity and engagement. We offer opportunities for research development, collaboration, and professional growth.

Detailed Description

Job Requirements

Additional Details

How To Apply

To apply, submit a letter of motivation - clearly indicating which position you are applying for, detailed CV and the names and contact details of three referees (incl. e-mail addresses).

Internal employees are invited to apply directly on Oracle by following the path: iWits /Self Service application/”Apply for a job”

External applicants are invited to apply, by registering a profile on the Wits i-recruitment platform located at https://irec.wits.ac.za

and submitting your application.

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Closing Date : 9 March 2026

Please note that only applications via the website will be considered for shortlisting.

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