POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW POSITIONS IN THE FIELD OF ECONOMICS AT NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (NWU) IN SOUTH AFRICA-RE-ADVERTISEMENT
Listing reference: nwu_001734
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 30 May 2023
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Others: Education and Training
Location: International
Contract: Temporary
Remuneration: Market Related
Introduction
POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW POSITIONS IN THE FIELD OF ECONOMICS AT NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (NWU) IN SOUTH AFRICA
North-West University focuses on creating and implementing new knowledge to improve various communities' lives. Close cooperation with the private and public sectors in South Africa and abroad has created internationally significant research that makes a difference in scholarly content and the industry.
The School of Economics has a 2-year position for a post-doctoral researcher to work on research projects related to the field of Public Economics using econometrics. The areas of Public Economics are debt sustainability, fiscal policy, deficit, public expenditure, taxation, and subsidies. The appointed applicants will be based at the Mafikeng Campus with the aim to increase research outputs in the mentioned focus areas. The position can be extended for another 1 year if the scholarly production is exceptional. NWU offers a stimulating working environment and the successful applicant will be part of a robust research team at the North West University School of Economics.
The successful candidate must demonstrate experience in securing research projects funding, and article publications and perform the function of a critical reader of PhD students’ proposals.
Job description
Requirements:
· PhD in Economics (or related discipline) obtained in the last 5 years.
· Demonstrate experience in publications on any of the above-mentioned focused areas of research.
· Proven track record of publications in top quality Journals (DHET Accredited Journals).
· Evidence of a previous or a funded project will be an added advantage.
· Based in Mahikeng, South Africa.
· Fluent in both written and spoken English.
· Good communication and teamwork skills.
A panel of researchers will remotely interview applicants that adhere to the criteria. The duration of the position is two years (possible extension for an additional year), beginning on 1 July 2023 (or based on the agreement). The monthly honorarium is per the university-agreed system for Post-doctoral research fellows.
Minimum requirements
How to apply?
Applications should be submitted to Angelica.Vanrensburg@nwu.ac.za before or on 30 May 2023. The application should be written in English and include the following documents:
1. A motivation letter summarizing the applicant's professional experience and expertise and describing why the applicant is interested in this position, as well as the expected contribution to be made to the Business School.
2. A research plan for the next two years.
3. A curriculum vitae.
4. A detailed list of publications.
5. Names and complete contact information of two possible references.
6. Certified copy of PhD certificate
7. Copy of PhD Thesis
8. Three latest published articles (peer-reviewed in reputable journals)
For any additional inquiries, please contact:
Prof Wynand Grobler, Director of the School of Economics @ wynand.grobler@nwu.ac.za.
