Rhodes University Professor/ Associate Professor Vacancies – Closing Date of Recruitment 26 September 2022

PhD in a relevant field with:

• Considerable teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels required. Experience teaching in primary schools and/or early childhood education will be an advantage.
• Experience in teaching in one or more of the following disciplinary areas: Inclusive Education, Barriers to Learning, Educational Psychology
• Experience with supervision of Masters and PhD degrees in related areas.
• Evidence of a national and emerging international profile in the discipline
• Track record of administration, management and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal)

For additional information on the requirements on the different levels, please refer to the Academic Role Profiles.

Please note that this appointment will be made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended and the University’s recruitment and selection policies and equity strategies. The initial focus will be on equity candidates.

In terms of Immigration Legislation (Act No. 13 of 2002 & Regulations) as amended, international staff members (non-SA citizens) have to comply with the provisions of the Act. This therefore means that the period of employment to non-SA citizens will be guided by the validity period of the work permit.  In line with legislation governing employment of foreign nationals, employment contracts will be offered on the basis that a development plan would be implemented for the transfer of skills to a South African resident.

The onus is on candidates to ensure that they are in possession of a valid work permit before the commencement of employment at the University, failing which the employment with Rhodes University will be terminated.

• An application form;
• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications, including academic transcripts;
• A substantial motivation which tells us:
• Your research trajectory.
• Your teaching approach and experience.
• The level you are applying for, your interest in the post and suitability in light of the requirements.

It is essential that prospective candidates read the academic role profile, further particulars relating to this post and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

Failure to submit such documentation will result in an application not being considered. Please examine the following documents:

• Application Form
• Academic CV Format
• Job Profile/Academic Role Profile
• Further particulars about the post and the Selection Process

The selection process that will be followed for this post including the process of short-listing, the interview etc, is contained in the document above. The Full Minimum Requirements against which candidates are to be measured are outlined in the requirements document.

Annual Basic: R833 701

Annual Cost to Company: R1 211 744

Annual Basic: R709 185

Annual Cost to Company: R1 002 670

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three-years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview.  Please apply online by accessing the Rhodes University Website.

Candidates should note that Rhodes University has introduced a Covid-19 vaccine mandate and that staff members are required to conform to the University’s conditions in this regard.