Research Professor/Associate Professor M000193
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
This is a permanent research position in the Population and Health research entity. This position’s main purpose is to conduct research and publish the results thereof; supervise and deliver higher degree students; and mentor young researchers linked to the research entity.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research:
- Conduct research and publish in accredited journals.
Professional Development:
- Consolidate research in the field of social sciences
- Engage and promote knowledge production and sharing in the social sciences
- Provide intellectual leadership within the Population and Health research entity
- Organise and attend workshops seminars and any relevant capacity building opportunities.
Community Engagement:
- Initiate and actively participate in community engagement projects.
Engage, Collaborate with strategic higher education partners:
- Establish and build on current networks of Higher Education expertise at faculty, institutional, national and international level.
- Establish and build HE partnership and collaborations.
Ad hoc:
- Capacity building and mentorship of novice researchers.
Minimum requirements
- A PhD degree (NQF level 10) in Social Sciences, preferably with interest in Development Studies, Sociology or Population Studies.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ relevant work experience in the Social Sciences.
- Relevant and substantive research outputs experience.
- Successful postgraduate supervision.
RECOMMENDATION:
- Locally and internationally recognised associations such as Population Association of Southern Africa (PASA), Sociological Association of South Africa (SASA), etc.
- A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in obtaining research grants.
KEY FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- At least 3-5 years of relevant research.
- Evidence of postgraduate supervision.
- Consistent research and publications in accredited journals.
- A record in attracting research funding, or a potential to attract funding.
- Evidence of department and university service and Community Engagement activities.
- An NRF rating is recommended.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Good interpretation and communication skills.
- Advanced networking skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Leadership skills.
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. Martin Palamuleni, Tel: 018 389-2502. Email: martin.palamuleni@nwu.ac.za
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Innocentia Mphuthi, Tel: 018 389 2457
CLOSING DATE: 29 November 2024
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 1st January 2025
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.
