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Professor / Associate Professor and Director of the Institute of Social and Economic Research

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
South Africa
Salary
R 623306 - R 937650
Closing date
Sep 2, 2019

Job Details

Professor/Associate Professor and Director of the Institute of Social and Economic Research

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence, Rhodes University especially encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups to apply. Spouses and Partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Requirements:

The Institute has a vacancy at the Professor / Associate Professor level. The person appointed will assume duties as either an Associate Professor or Professor of the institute on permanent basis. In addition, the person will be required take up the role of the Director for five years, in the first instance. A PhD in a relevant discipline with experience in post-graduate teaching and supervision, particularly at Master's and PhD level required.

The purpose of the Director role is to lead and manage the ISER, to ensure the institute's strategic and operational effectiveness and efficiency. In addition, the Director will be required to provide the necessary leadership to ensure the long-term sustainability of ISER both nationally and internationally.

For additional information on the requirements, please refer to the Academic Role Profile and the Director of Institute Profile.

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

Please note that this appointment will be made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of RSA 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), international staff members (non-SA citizens) have to comply with the provisions of the Act. This 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.

Shortlisted candidates must be available to be interviewed on the 30th of September 2019 or 01st of October 2019.

Remuneration

Professor Level:

Basic salary Pension/Provident fund: R732, 743 per annum

Approximate cost to company: R937, 650 per annum

Associate Professor Level:

Basic salary Pension/Provident fund: R623, 306 per annum

Approximate cost to company: R802, 254 per annum

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This position is advertised as a 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.

Closing Date: 02 September 2019

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful

Other Benefits: 13 cheque, group life, medical aid, retirement fund,funeral benefit

Ref: RU000300/MM

Vacancy Type: Permanent

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