Postdoctoral Fellow at the Education and Human Rights in Diversity (Edu-HRight) Research Unit
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This postdoctoral fellowship is funded by the North-West University and is a one-year position, but the contract can be extended for up to three years, subject to satisfactory performance during the previous year. The Research Unit will host the appointed fellow, who will be expected to reside in Potchefstroom, Mafikeng or Vanderbijlpark (depending on the location of the mentor/host academic) for the duration of the contract. Information on Edu-HRight is available at http://education.nwu.ac.za/edu-hright and for even more information on the North-West University, please visit http://www.nwu.ac.za/
Vision and Mission
The vision of Education and Human Rights in Diversity (Edu-HRight) is to strive to be an internationally recognised leader in socially relevant social justice and human rights-related research, as well as education for South Africa and in Africa.
Our mission is creating and sustaining a research and education environment that is grounded in values of social justice and human rights in diversity.
Minimum requirements
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must have completed a doctoral degree related to education research within the last five years at a university other than the North-West University
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must be willing to significantly contribute to the research outputs related to the central scholarly focus of the Research Unit;
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must demonstrate evidence of scholarly performance including a relevant publication record preferably ISI-listed or IBSS-listed journal articles; and
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must demonstrate English language proficiency, as well as sound conceptual and writing skills.
APPLICATION
To apply for this contract engagement, please provide via email the following documentation:
2) a detailed CV including your journal articles/relevant publication record;
3) the names and contact details of three contactable referees; and
4) a copy of your PhD qualification
5) A certified copy of ID or Passport
Kindly submit the above listed documents to Mr TKK Masilo (Administrative Assistant - Edu-HRight Research Unit): Edu-HRight@nwu.ac.za As part of your motivation letter, you may nominate a potential mentor from the membership of the Research Unit (Education and Human Rights in Diversity) – see http://education.nwu.ac.za/edu-hright. APPLICATION DEADLINE Friday 24 April 2025@ 16:00 DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: Will be discussed with the successful candidate It is expected from the successful applicant to occupy the position as soon as possible after appointment. The contract will be valid from the 1st of the arrival month agreed upon. WEBSITE FOR JOB http://www.nwu.ac.za/ vacancies
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 AJ Botha on 018 285 2265
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:
Rouzen Slambert on 018 285 2861
CLOSING DATE: 24 April 2025
COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly note: applications may only 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 the Employment Equity Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the aforementioned Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
