Post Doctoral Fellowship (Gut Function in Broiler Chicken)
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
- Design, plan, and execute studies related to the broiler gut function project.
- Contribute to study management and provide training for postgraduate students.
- Disseminate research outcomes through reports, seminars, and scientific publications.
- Assist in writing peer-reviewed journal articles.
- Present research findings to internal and external stakeholders, as well as at national and international conferences.
- Supervise and co-supervise postgraduate students.
- Stay updated with the latest trends, developments, approaches, and techniques in the field, and facilitate their introduction and adoption.
- Manage communication among all stakeholders involved in the research project.
- Assist in grant proposal writing to secure additional funding.
Minimum requirements
- PhD degree in Applied Microbiology, Nutritional Biochemistry, and Veterinary Physiology, or related fields, obtained within the last four years.
- A minimum of five research articles on gut function in birds, probiotics, nucleotides or nanoparticles published in reputable journals.
- Proven experience in applying multiple omics techniques (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and metagenomics) to gut health and related fields.
- Proficiency in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of multiple omics data.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a research team.
- Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and the capacity for independent research.
Interested applicants should submit a CV that includes:
- Motivation letter.
- a publication list.
- references.
- a summary of past research.
- proof of qualifications.
- Please note that all international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
- applications should be sent to Prof C.M. Mnisi at kenny.mnisi@nwu.ac.za
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Caven-Mguvane-Mnisi
REMUNERATION:
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof C. M Mnisi. Tel: 018 389 2738
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951
CLOSING DATE: 30 January 2025
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
