Postdoctoral Fellowship (UETS)
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
A post-doctoral fellow position is available within the Engineering Agri Systems research group, within the Faculty of Engineering. We are seeking a highly motivated post-doctoral researcher to aid in various engineering research that is conducted in the agricultural sector.
The Engineering Agri Systems research group performs applied engineering research in the Agricultural industry. The focus of the entity is to improve and innovate agricultural practices through engineering solutions, e.g precision agriculture, sustainable farming practices, lean-agri, sustainable livestock practices and agri-food supply chains. The groups aims to use proven engineering techniques, as well as applied research to improve agricultural processes, thereby making companies and farms more effective, efficient and profitable, ultimately contributing to sustainable food security.
For more information visit: https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/engineering-agri-systems
Job description
The successful candidate will work in an environment that will develop their research skills and grow their research profile by collaborating and publishing nationally and internationally. The candidate will participate in the research group by working in collaboration with a supervisor. The candidate will also interact with postgraduate students by acting as co-supervisor and/or mentor for master’s and doctoral students.
Key responsibilities
- Conduct research independently
- Publish in high-impact journals
- Co-supervision of postgraduate students
- Mentorship to postgraduate students
- Writing of research and funding proposals
- Participation in applied research projects in industry.
Minimum requirements
- Relevant PhD degree obtained within five years before the appointment as a postdoctoral fellow
- Applicable publication record
- Excellent communication skills and teamwork ability
- An interest in the agricultural industry
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Decision-making skills
- Analytical skills
- Leadership skills
- Self-motivation
- Critical thinking
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 Rojanette Coetzee – Rojanette.Coetzee@nwu.ac.za
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:
Mrs Fadilha Minty 018 285 2120
CLOSING DATE: 31 July 2024
COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take 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.
