Postdoctoral Research Fellowship-law

3 weeks ago


Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape

**FACULTY OF LAW**

Applications are hereby invited for a **Postdoctoral Research Fellowship **hosted by Prof Mzukisi Njotini at the University of Fort Hare, Faculty of Law.
This fellowship will enable an outstanding doctoral graduate to obtain experience of research and innovation at a higher education institution under the mentorship of established researchers. The fellowship is awarded on a competitive basis, considering the applicant’s academic achievements, publication outputs and research potential, as well as the relevance of prior experience and expertise. The potential postdoctoral fellow will conduct cutting-edge research in Information and Communications Technology Law and will be based at the Faculty of Law for a period of 12 months. The value of the Fellowship is fixed at **R300 000 per annum**, which will be paid in **four equal instalments**. The contract may be renewed based on satisfactory research output performance, with a minimum requirement of 2 Units per annum.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- A relevant Doctoral Degree awarded within the last 5 years
- Have a proven research track record including at least one article published in an accredited journal and at least one conference presentation
- Demonstrate solid proficiency, creativity, critical thinking, ability to collaborate effectively with others, and independent thought process.

**Duties**:

- Submission of at least two research units in DHET accredited journals.
- Presentation of research at one international or national conference per annum
- Assist with or co-supervise postgraduate students, where applicable.
- Assist in organising postgraduate research workshops and seminars.
- Contribute to other related research and capacity-building projects at the Faculty of Law as may be delegated

**Eligibility Criteria**
- Be a South African citizen, Permanent Resident or International for the full-time Postdoctoral Research fellowship position.
- Preference will be given to female South African citizens or holders of South African Permanent Residence.
- A record of accredited research publications, commensurate with the Postdoctoral Research Fellowship position.
- Postdoctoral fellowship renewals shall be in accordance with the postdoctoral research fellowship policy of the University of Fort Hare.
- Applications must be accompanied by:
a) A recent and comprehensive curriculum vitae
b)A Covering Letter stating how applicants satisfy the requirements of the advertised position/s
c)A completed University of Fort Hare Application Form
d)Copies of the applicants’ qualifications. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from SAQA.

**CLOSING DATE: 8 NOVEMBER 2024.**

**Note**:
The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment. The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.

For more information please contact:
Siyamthanda Sigodi



  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    Minimum Requirements: A relevant Doctoral Degree awarded within the last 5 years Have a proven research track record including at least one article published in an accredited journal and at least one conference presentation Demonstrate solid proficiency, creativity, critical thinking, ability to collaborate effectively with others, and independent thought...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa Jobted ZA C2 Full time

    Minimum Requirements: - A relevant Doctoral Degree awarded within the last 5 years - Have a proven research track record including at least one article published in an accredited journal and at least one conference presentation - Demonstrate solid proficiency, creativity, critical thinking, ability to collaborate effectively with others, and independent...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape **FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT AND COMMERCE** **ONE-YEAR** A full-time Postdoctoral Research fellowship position is available in the newly established Department of Business Innovations and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Management and Commerce. The Postdoctoral Fellow will be involved in research on entrepreneurship, micro...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape **Faculty of Management and Commerce** **PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION, MANAGEMENT AND GOVERNANCE (1 POST)** A full-time Postdoctoral Research fellowship position is available in the newly established Department of Applied Management, Administration and Ethical Leadership, Faculty of Management and Commerce. The Postdoctoral Fellow will...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape **FACULTY OF SCIENCE & AGRICULTURE** A Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship position has become available in the Department of Agricultural Economics & Extension, at the University of Fort Hare, Alice Campus **ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA**: - Hold a doctoral degree in Agricultural Economics within the last five years. - South Africans or...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: Hold a doctoral degree in Entrepreneurship, Management, Marketing or related disciplines obtained within the last five years. Be a South African citizen, Permanent Resident or International for the full-time Postdoctoral Research fellowship position. Preference will be given to female South African citizens or holders of South African...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape **Faculty of Education** A full-time postdoctoral position is available in the Faculty of Education in the School of General and Continuing Education, Faculty of Education, at the University of Fort Hare (UFH), East London Campus. The fellowship will enable an outstanding doctoral graduate to obtain research and innovation...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa Jobted ZA C2 Full time

    ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA - Hold a doctoral degree in Public Administration, Management/Governance obtained within the last five years. - Be a South African citizen, Permanent Resident or International for the full-time Postdoctoral Research fellowship position. - Preference will be given to female South African citizens or holders of South African Permanent...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Hold a doctoral degree in Public Administration, Management/Governance obtained within the last five years. Be a South African citizen, Permanent Resident or International for the full-time Postdoctoral Research fellowship position. Preference will be given to female South African citizens or holders of South African Permanent Residence....


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape **FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND AGRICULTURE** Department of Statistics This postdoctoral fellowship program in Biostatistics emphasizes quantitative research in health-related areas to help individuals establish a career in Biostatistics, a field that is expanding in low and middle-income countries because of the rise in biomedical...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape **FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES & HUMANITIES** A full-time postdoctoral position is available in the Department of English Studies and Comparative Literature, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, at the University of Fort Hare (UFH), Alice Campus, South Africa. The duration of the fellowship is 12 months but renewable...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa Jobted ZA C2 Full time

    ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA - Candidates should have a Doctoral degree in Education, with a focus on Language in Education issues - Open to South Africans and foreign nationals - Preference will be given to South African citizens, women in particular and permanent residents. - Young and emerging scholars - Successful applicants may not hold full-time salaried...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Candidates should have a Doctoral degree in Education, with a focus on Language in Education issues Open to South Africans and foreign nationals Preference will be given to South African citizens, women in particular and permanent residents. Young and emerging scholars Successful applicants may not hold full-time salaried employment...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape **FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES** **POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN COMMUNICATION** **PROJECT OBJECTIVES** - The broader research centers primarily on how communication could improve pro-environmental behaviors within the context of addressing climate change-related issues and challenges around food security. - To...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    Applications for post-doctoral fellowships should centre on one of the main research queries that can help tackle significant health issues in Sub-Saharan Africa. In what ways can data science, machine learning, deep learning, or artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms improve personalized treatment for patients with both communicable and non-communicable...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape The University of Fort Hare (UFH) is among the ten universities jointly co-leading the DSI-NRF Institute for the Preparedness and Prevention of Pandemics. The Institute’s activities are multidisciplinary with national spread and continental and global networks. The Institute will have the task of facilitating a unified national...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape **Postdoctoral Position in Zoology (Genetics)** A fulltime postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Zoology and Entomology at the University of Fort Hare. The fellowship will be awarded to an outstanding PhD holder to conduct lab work and use pre-collected samples to study the ecology of genets (Viverridae) and...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape *** **FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCE AND HUMANITIES** **DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS** The Department of Political Science and International Relations at the University of Fort Hare’s Alice campus seeks to appoint a self-driven Postdoctoral research fellow with a strong background in research on peace...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    Minimum Requirements: - Doctoral degree combined with 10-years' overall experience in higher education. - Demonstrate a tenure of at least 5 years in a senior leadership position, together with a corresponding track record of postgraduate student supervision and hosting of postdoctoral fellows. Reporting directly to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research,...


  • Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

    ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: Applicant must have completed doctoral degree within the last five years; Must have graduated with a PhD degree in Applied English Linguistics, English Language Studies Preference is given to women, particularly South African Citizens and SA permanent residents Must be a young and emerging scholar, and Must have evidence of publications...