93 Professor jobs in South Africa
Professor / Associate Professor
Posted 16 days ago
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The Department of Zoology has a long-standing reputation for excellence in tertiary education and has an establishedrecord with research in the fields of aquatic health including toxicology, fish parasitology, fish histology and histopathology, freshwater ecology, cave and groundwater ecology, molecular genetics and systematics, as well as comparative respiratory morphology.
Description:
The department current has a vacant position on a Professor / Associate Professor level in Zoology or related field. Apart from presenting lectures in Zoology and/or Physiology, the appointee will be expected to conduct research, postgraduate supervision and produce accredited research outputs as well as being actively involved in community engagement activities.
Responsibilities:
- Lead existing or new research groups.
- Secure and manage internal and external research funds.
- Teaching in Zoology and/or Physiology (undergraduate and Honours level).
- Administrative duties as required by the HOD.
- Conduct research and supervise postgraduate students (Masters and Doctoral).
- Steer research projects independently.
- Establish and sustain research output in peer-reviewed journals.
- Establish national and international research collaborations.
- Network with industry and research institutions.
- Community service and advancing of the discipline.
Professor
- Academic qualifications: PhD (Physiology or Zoology or related field) or equivalentqualification.
- Established and sustained research output in peer reviewed journals.
- Proven track record of supervising both Masters and Doctoral students to completion.
- Proven record in securing external research funds.
- Steer research project/s independently.
- Teaching experience at tertiary level.
- Proven record of national/international collaboration.
- Specialization in Ecophysiology or related field
Associate Professor
- Academic qualifications: PhD (Physiology or Zoology, or related field) orequivalent qualification.
- Established and sustained research output in peer reviewed journals.
- Proven track record of supervising both Masters and Doctoral students to completion.
- Proven record of securing external research funds.
- Teaching experience at tertiary level.
- Proven record of national/international collaboration.
- Specialization in Ecophysiology or related field
Enquiries regarding the job content:Prof JC van Dyk at Tel: (
Job Details
The Department of Zoology has a long-standing reputation for excellence in tertiary education and has an establishedrecord with research in the fields of aquatic health including toxicology, fish parasitology, fish histology and histopathology, freshwater ecology, cave and groundwater ecology, molecular genetics and systematics, as well as comparative respiratory morphology.
Description:
The department current has a vacant position on a Professor / Associate Professor level in Zoology or related field. Apart from presenting lectures in Zoology and/or Physiology, the appointee will be expected to conduct research, postgraduate supervision and produce accredited research outputs as well as being actively involved in community engagement activities.
Responsibilities:
- Lead existing or new research groups.
- Secure and manage internal and external research funds.
- Teaching in Zoology and/or Physiology (undergraduate and Honours level).
- Administrative duties as required by the HOD.
- Conduct research and supervise postgraduate students (Masters and Doctoral).
- Steer research projects independently.
- Establish and sustain research output in peer-reviewed journals.
- Establish national and international research collaborations.
- Network with industry and research institutions.
- Community service and advancing of the discipline.
Minimum requirements
Professor
- Academic qualifications: PhD (Physiology or Zoology or related field) or equivalentqualification.
- Established and sustained research output in peer reviewed journals.
- Proven track record of supervising both Masters and Doctoral students to completion.
- Proven record in securing external research funds.
- Steer research project/s independently.
- Teaching experience at tertiary level.
- Proven record of national/international collaboration.
- Specialization in Ecophysiology or related field
Associate Professor
- Academic qualifications: PhD (Physiology or Zoology, or related field) orequivalent qualification.
- Established and sustained research output in peer reviewed journals.
- Proven track record of supervising both Masters and Doctoral students to completion.
- Proven record of securing external research funds.
- Teaching experience at tertiary level.
- Proven record of national/international collaboration.
- Specialization in Ecophysiology or related field
regarding the job content:Prof JC van Dyk at Tel: (
Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits:Mr Lubabalo Mgedezi (HCM Business Partner) at Tel: (
Post Date: 7/1/2025 8:30:53 AM
Closing Date: 7/6/2025 12:00:00 AM
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About this company The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future".
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Posted 1 day ago
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NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY OF LAW
POSITION NUMBER: P001011
VACANCY: PROFESSOR
PEROMNES GRADE: A5
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Involved in teaching and learning (undergraduate and post-graduate programmes); research that fits into the faculty’s focus areas; providing leadership and fostering excellence in research; post-graduate supervision (where applicable); community service and tasks related to all above activities. Expected to exercise responsibility for professional activities in the academic disciplines within the faculty.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- An LLD (NQF 10) in any field of Law or a PhD/DPhil (NQF 10) in Law.
- A minimum of 10 ten years’ experience in academia.
- Excellence in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
- Proven record of effective post-graduate supervision, including the completed promotion of LLD/PHD students.
- Social responsiveness and involvement in community engagement.
- Research expertise that demonstrates substantial research quality and relevant impact, as reflected in the publication of articles in accredited journals and/or books published by pre-eminent academic publishers, are required.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
- Academic leadership and management.
- NRF rated researcher.
JOB DESCRIPTION
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching undergraduate modules
- Teaching and learning at the undergraduate level, including supervision of LLB dissertations. Involvement at the PG level, including supervision, critical reading, examination, moderation and any other responsibility as required.
Research & Innovation
- Conducting own research that fits into the faculty's focus areas. Creative research output by the level of appointment. This includes publication, conference attendance and presentation, workshops and colloquia.
Academic leadership, management and administration/ university service
- Involvement in Administration and Management responsibilities. Participate in leadership roles within the faculty, membership in faculty committees as and when required, and administration and service to the university by serving on institutional structures.
Community and scientific Engagement/ Social responsiveness
- Sharing of expertise and service to the scientific community. Involvement in community engagement and social cohesion, including media commentary, serving on review structure inside and outside the faculty/university and promoting the university image and internationalisation.
Occupational Health and Safety
- Adherence to the OHS standards and policies of the university. Participation in the OHS committees as and when required.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in teaching-learning and research in public/private/mercantile law. However, candidates with expertise in any other legal field will be considered.
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and legal language skills.
- Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, MS Teams and PowerPoint), email, Internet and the electronic retrieval of legal sources. Knowledge of modern platforms (e.g. whiteboard technology, eFundi, etc.) enhance ongoing changes of the learning and collaboration environment.
- Curriculum design, development and review skills.
- Adaptability and agility.
- Strong research skills, funding applications, and research UG and PG student supervision.
- Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally at various levels in the multilingual environments of the NWU.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Good interpersonal relations.
- The ability to work with large groups of people.
- The ability to accommodate multiculturalism and function in a diverse environment.
- Strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills and innovative thinking as well as good report writing skills.
- Highly motivated, self-driven and independent.
- Good planning, organisational skills, time management.
- A high level of professional and ethical conduct.
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: Mr. Kagiso Masilo on
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Byron Louw on
CLOSING DATE: 27 July 2025
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
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.
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#J-18808-LjbffrProfessor/Associate Professor (M000966)
Posted 9 days ago
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FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT: CENTRE FOR APPLIED RADIATION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
VACANCY: PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
POSITION NUMBER: M000966
PEROMNES: A5/A6
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The applicant will engage in teaching and learning at Honours and MSc level, in research supervision of Masters and PhD students and in research and writing publications within any nuclear or radiation science field.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching:
- Teaching and examining in any nuclear science field for example, Nuclear Radiation protection, Applications of Radiation in Industry, Radio-analytical chemistry, Nuclear Waste minimization or Radio-pharmacy, Medical Physics (e.g. radiography, radiotherapy, SPECT, PET, CT-SCAN NMRI), at Honors to MSc level.
Research:
- Conduct research and publish and engage in third stream income generating projects for CARST.
- Initiate research projects and supervise PhD, MSc and honours students.
- Recruit well qualified PG students to CARST.
- Obtain research funding.
Community Engagement:
- Participate in, initiate and contribute to societal and community engagement projects.
Administration and management:
- Conduct training of staff, Postgraduate and undergraduate students in laboratory techniques and analysis in his/her specialisation.
- Ensure Chain of custody for all radioactive materials at CARST, quality analysis and control of results submitted for analysis.
- Liaise with industry partners in teaching, research and supervision to ensure smooth running of the CARST programmes.
Health and Safety:
- Ensure quality control of all sample analysis and Implement Radiation Protection Procedures.
- A PhD (NQF level 10) in Nuclear Science, Nuclear Physics, Physics, Medical Physics, Nuclear Chemistry or equivalent.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in teaching the modules related to Nuclear Science.
- Experience in proven scientific track record of postgraduate PhD & MSc supervision/mentorship and publications in peer reviewed journals.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ research management experience.
ADDED ADVANTAGE:
- A minimum of five (5) years’ industry experience in Nuclear Science.
- NRF rating.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to source for Projects funding to support student research.
- Ability to supervise PhD and MSc postgraduates.
- Good practical knowledge of analytical techniques in field of specialization.
- Perform administrative and management tasks.
- Maintaining good interpersonal relations and a client-service orientation.
- Demonstration of language proficiency in order to function optimally (writing and verbally) in the various multilingual environments of the NWU – on all levels (students, colleagues and management).
- Assist / take the lead with module / programme development.
- Liaison with industry for co-operation and projects / funding.
- Conduct independent and co-operative research within the focus areas of the School and research centre.
- Writing of research proposals and securing project / research funding.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Excellent people and communication skills.
- The ability to function effectively as part of a team in a multi-cultural environment.
- Good inter-personal relationships.
- The ability to work collectively.
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 RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Innocentia Mphuthi, Tel No:
CLOSING DATE: 26 April 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. 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.
#J-18808-LjbffrProfessor/Associate Professor in Finance
Posted 9 days ago
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The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a vibrant, diverse and dynamic university, rooted in the African continent with an increasing global reach. UWC actively responds in critical and creative ways to the development needs of the country, within an ever-changing and challenging global context.
The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that educates the students across multiple disciplines including Accounting, Finance, Management & Entrepreneurship, Economics, Industrial Psychology (Human Resources Management), Information Systems, Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS), Institute for Social Development, Political Studies and School of Government. The Faculty also boasts research strengths across multiple disciplines through which it impacts both policy and practice across diverse facets of business and society at large. The Faculty has developed strong multi stakeholder linkages and meaningful interfaces with commerce, industry, civil society and government. It is a Faculty with a strong learning and teaching ethos focusing on building critical capacity in both the private and public sectors.
The mission of the Department of Finance is to offer relevant world-class financial education and scholarship and promote financial literacy. We invite applications for this permanent Professor/Associate Professor post.
The successful candidate will be appointed in the Department of Finance and will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
- Facilitate learning and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in financial risk management & modelling, corporate finance, asset markets and pricing, and financial technology
- Conduct research and publish in financial risk management & modelling, corporate finance, asset markets and pricing, and financial technology
- Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision
- Provide academic leadership and administration
- Undertake curriculum development and assessment
- Participate in relevant community engagement and outreach
- Other related duties assigned by the chair of the department
Minimum Requirements - Professor:
- PhD or equivalent in the field of Finance or Economics
- Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching in two or more of the following fields: financial risk management & modelling, corporate finance, financial analysis, investment management, asset markets and pricing, or financial technology
- A significant record of quality peer reviewed publications, preferably in two or more of the following fields: financial risk management & modelling, corporate finance, asset markets and pricing, or financial technology
- A significant record of successful postgraduate supervision
- Evidence of the integration of community engagement for societal impact with learning, teaching and research
- Evidence of expertise, national standing, and definite international presence in his/her discipline
- Experience in generating research grants
Minimum Requirements - Associate Professor:
- PhD or equivalent in the field of Finance or Economics
- Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching in two or more of the following fields: financial risk management & modelling, corporate finance, asset markets and pricing, financial analysis, investment management or financial technology
- A track record of quality peer reviewed publications, preferably in two or more of the following fields: financial risk management & modelling, corporate finance, asset markets and pricing, or financial technology
- A record of successful postgraduate supervision
- Evidence of the integration of community engagement for societal impact with learning, teaching and research
- Evidence of expertise, national standing, and preferably an international presence in his/her discipline
Key Competencies:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Presentation and facilitation skills
- Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environment
- Student focused approach
- Coaching and mentoring skills
- Planning and organising skills
- Computer literacy and e-learning skills
- Technical professional knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadership
For further information (but not applications), please contact Professor Adefemi Obalade, the Chairperson of the Department of Finance at
Associate Professor/Professor - Polish History
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Associate Professor/Professor - Polish HistoryDate Posted: 05/20/2025
Closing Date: 07/31/2025, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 42291
Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of History
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description:
The Department of History in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Polish History. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. The successful candidate will also be named the Konstanty Reynert Chair of Polish Studies for a five-year term, which will be renewable following a favourable review.
Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in History or a related area, with a clearly demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. Specialists of all areas and eras of Polish History are encouraged to apply. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths .
Candidates will have an established international reputation and will be expected to sustain and lead innovative and independent research, and to maintain an outstanding, competitive and externally funded research programme.
Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by a record of sustained high-impact contributions and publications with top-ranked presses and in field relevant journals, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conference, awards and accolades, and other noteworthy activities that contribute to the visibility and prominence of the discipline, as well as strong endorsements from referees.
Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application (with required materials outlined below) as well as strong letters of reference.
Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; one recent publication; and a teaching dossier which includes a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations.
Equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to academic excellence as articulated in University of Toronto’s Statement on Equity, Diversity and Excellence. We seek candidates who share these values and who demonstrated throughout the application materials their commitment and efforts to advance equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.
Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each referee the day after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that references submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. More details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ .
Submission guidelines can be found at . Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. If you have any questions about this position, please contact the Chair’s Office at .
All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by July 24, 2025.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening our academic mission.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .
Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor
Posted 12 days ago
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- Teach and assess undergraduate and postgraduate geology modules, mainly sedimentary geology (sedimentology and stratigraphy), and any other modules as required.
- Provide study leadership at postgraduate level mainly in sedimentary geology (sedimentology and stratigraphy), sedimentary mineral systems with a focus on the sedimentary geology of southern Africa and mineral deposits therein.
- Organise and lead field trips mainly for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Recruit and supervise master's and PhD students.
- Initiate research projects· and apply for research funding from academic and industrial grant providers and forge linkage with the industry. Focus research interests should be related to sedimentary geology and mineral systems therein.
- Publish research in accredited journals.
- Perform general administration duties as applicable at university level.
- Participate in community projects and engagements.
- Perform administrative duties related to his/her academic leadership, mentorship to junior staff, etc.
Senior Lecturer
- PhD on NQF Level 10 in sedimentary geology, geology, or related geological disciplines.
- Proven experience in the presentation of paper/posters at national scholarly conferences.
- Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in sedimentary geology and sedimentary mineral systems, among others.
- An NRF rating or demonstrate potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
- Proven experience in the supervision of graduated master's students.
- A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
- Proven experience of service as an active member of national or international scholarly society.
- PhD on NQF Level 10 in sedimentary geology, geology, or related geological disciplines.
- Experience as external examiner for postgraduate students.
- Proven experience in the presentation of research papers at national conferences, where there is evidence of peer review papers.
- Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in sedimentary geology and sedimentary mineral systems, among others.
- Acted as an editorial board member of high-quality national scholarly journals.
- An NRF rating of C3 or equivalent status.
- Proven experience in the supervision of graduated master's students.
- A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
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- A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
- Served as a member of a national scholarly society OR a national committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels OR showed evidence of service as an active member of an international equivalent.
- A PhD on NQF Level 10 in sedimentary geology, geology, or related geological disciplines.
- Experience as external examiner for master and doctoral students.
- Proven international recognition for specialist expertise and research in sedimentary geology and sedimentary mineral systems, among others.
- A NRF rating of C1 or C2 or equivalent status.
- Demonstrated successful supervision of graduated master's and preferably graduated doctoral students.
- Proven experience in delivering keynote addresses at national scholarly conferences.
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- Experience and knowledge in the geology, geochemistry and mineral systems of the Southern African sedimentary basins is added advantage.
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#J-18808-LjbffrAssociate Professor/Professor - Polish History
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Associate Professor/Professor - Polish History Date Posted: 05/20/2025
Closing Date: 07/31/2025, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 42291
Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of History
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description:
The Department of History in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Polish History. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. The successful candidate will also be named the Konstanty Reynert Chair of Polish Studies for a five-year term, which will be renewable following a favourable review.
Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in History or a related area, with a clearly demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. Specialists of all areas and eras of Polish History are encouraged to apply. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths .
Candidates will have an established international reputation and will be expected to sustain and lead innovative and independent research, and to maintain an outstanding, competitive and externally funded research programme.
Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by a record of sustained high-impact contributions and publications with top-ranked presses and in field relevant journals, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conference, awards and accolades, and other noteworthy activities that contribute to the visibility and prominence of the discipline, as well as strong endorsements from referees.
Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application (with required materials outlined below) as well as strong letters of reference.
Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; one recent publication; and a teaching dossier which includes a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations.
Equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to academic excellence as articulated in University of Toronto’s Statement on Equity, Diversity and Excellence. We seek candidates who share these values and who demonstrated throughout the application materials their commitment and efforts to advance equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.
Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each referee the day after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that references submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. More details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ .
Submission guidelines can be found at . Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. If you have any questions about this position, please contact the Chair’s Office at .
All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by July 24, 2025.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening our academic mission.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .
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NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY OF LAW
POSITION NUMBER: P000994
VACANCY: ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
PEROMNES GRADE: A6
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Involved in teaching and learning (undergraduate and post-graduate programmes); research that fits into the faculty’s focus areas; providing leadership and fostering excellence in research; post-graduate supervision (where applicable); community service and tasks related to all above activities. Expected to exercise responsibility for professional activities in the academic disciplines within the faculty.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- An LLD (NQF 10) in any field in law or a PhD/DPhil in Law (Associate Professor)
- A minimum of (5) five years’ experience in academia (Professor).
- Excellence in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
- Proven record of effective post-graduate supervision, including the completed promotion of LLM students.
- Social responsiveness and involvement in community engagement.
- Research expertise that demonstrates substantial research quality and relevant impact, as reflected in the publication of articles in accredited journals and/or books published by pre-eminent academic publishers, are required.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
- Academic leadership and management.
JOB DESCRIPTION
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching undergraduate modules
- Teaching and learning at the undergraduate level, including supervision of LLB dissertations. Involvement at the PG level, including supervision, critical reading, examination, moderation and any other responsibility as required.
Research & Innovation
- Conducting own research that fits into the faculty's focus areas. Creative research output by the level of appointment. This includes publication, conference attendance and presentation, workshops and colloquia.
Academic leadership, management and administration/ university service
- Involvement in Administration and Management responsibilities. Participate in leadership roles within the faculty, membership in faculty committees as and when required, and administration and service to the university by serving on institutional structures.
Community and scientific Engagement/ Social responsiveness
- Sharing of expertise and service to the scientific community. Involvement in community engagement and social cohesion, including media commentary, serving on review structure inside and outside the faculty/university and promoting the university image and internationalisation.
Occupational Health and Safety
- Adherence to the OHS standards and policies of the university. Participation in the OHS committees as and when required.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in teaching-learning and research in public/private/mercantile law. However, candidates with expertise in any other legal field will be considered.
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and legal language skills.
- Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, MS Teams and PowerPoint), email, Internet and the electronic retrieval of legal sources. Knowledge of modern platforms (e.g. whiteboard technology, eFundi, etc.) to enhance ongoing changes of the learning and collaboration environment.
- Curriculum design, development and review skills.
- Adaptability and agility.
- Strong research skills, funding applications, and research UG and PG student supervision.
- Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally at various levels in the multilingual environments of the NWU.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Good interpersonal relations.
- The ability to work with large groups of people.
- The ability to accommodate multiculturalism and function in a diverse environment.
- Strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills and innovative thinking as well as good report writing skills.
- Highly motivated, self-driven and independent.
- Good planning, organisational skills, time management .
- A high level of professional and ethical conduct.
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: Mr. Kagiso Masilo on
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Byron Louw on
CLOSING DATE: 27 July 2025
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
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.
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#J-18808-LjbffrProfessor Potchefstroom
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FACULTY: FACULTY OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT: SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES IN EDUCATION
POSITION NUMBER: P000510
VACANCY: ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR
PEROMNES GRADE: A5 / A6
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teaching Undergraduate Modules
- Teaching and Supervision: Postgraduate
- Research Publications
- Community Service
- Study Guide and Material Development
- Support of Research Entity
- Initiating and Planning of Strategic Research Initiatives
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A PhD in Curriculum Studies (NQF level 9).
- A minimum of 3 years’ proven and comprehensive teaching experience in higher education.
- Author of a substantial number of quality accredited research articles/books/chapters in the field.
- Leading and participating in research projects is preferable.
- Supervisor of completed masters and PhD studies.
Functional / Technical Competencies (Knowledge and Skills):
- Have a proven record of presenting at/attending relevant national and international conferences.
- Demonstrate leadership in the field.
- Involvement in teaching and/or research activities at community level.
- Record of national and international networking, collaboration, and recognition.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Team worker.
- Good interpersonal relations.
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 Erika Serfontein
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Rouzenne Slambert
CLOSING DATE: 21 April 2024
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
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.
#J-18808-LjbffrProfessor V000037
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FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
POSITION NUMBER: V00037
POSITION: PROFESSOR
PEROMNES GRADE: A5
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
A Professor is expected to contribute to the teaching effort of the institution and carry out activities to maintain and develop his/her professional activities to the profession or discipline. An academic at this level is also expected to play a major role in scholarship, research and/or professional activities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teaching & Learning:
- Prepare and deliver lectures and seminars on marketing management to undergraduate/postgraduate students.
- Marking and assessment.
- Consultation with students.
- Development and Supervision:
- Supervision of the program of study of honours students or of postgraduate students engaged in course work.
- Supervise master’s and PhD students.
- Teaching activities may include the supervision of honours and research students.
- Research and Innovation:
- Conduct research and publish findings in respected national and international journals (IBSS/Scopus/ISI).
- Establish and maintain national and international research networks.
- Participate in the evaluation of ethics and research proposals.
- Initiate collaborations with colleagues on research-related matters.
- Involvement in professional activity.
- Development of course material:
- Development of course material with appropriate advice from and support of more senior employees.
- Contribute to module and curriculum development and transformation.
- Develop study material and study guides.
- Community Engagement:
- Initiate, develop, register and present community engagement projects that focus on work-integrated learning, community research, and outreach.
- Engage with industries through Short Learning Programmes (SLP’s), consultation, case study research and guest lecturing.
- Academic Leadership:
- Participate in the school’s and faculty’s management structures.
- Represent the School of Management Sciences in Faculty, University, National and International management structures, committees, boards or professional bodies.
· A PhD (NQF level 10) in Marketing Management.
· A master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Marketing Management accompanied by research in the same study area.
· An honours’ degree or a postgraduate diploma (NQF level 8) in Marketing Management.
· A bachelor’s of Commerce degree (NQF level 7) in Marketing Management or related field of study.
· A minimum of 10 years’ experience in the presentation of relevant subjects in the undergraduate teaching programme.
· Sound practical experience to lead students in work-integrated learning.
· Show evidence of independence and initiative in research, applied, or creative works.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Computer literacy in MS Office, e-mail and the internet.
· Knowledge of the appropriate assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance.
· Research outputs.
· A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to become involved in students’ educational environment.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Effective time management skills.
· Effective communication skills.
· Good interpersonal relations and a client-service orientation.
· Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various functionally multilingual environments of the NWU.
· The ability to function well individually and as part of a team/subject group.
· Good analytical abilities and innovative thinking, as well as the ability to be self-driven.
· Ability to solve problems independently.
· High level of professional and ethical conduct.
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIESJob Content: Prof R Müller, Tel:
Recruitment Process: Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel:
CLOSING DATE: 30 April 2024
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible.
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.