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

• The candidate should hold a Ph D in Law, specializing in Information and communications technology law, law and 4IR 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 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.

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.
e)Applications should be sent to: Postdocs at ([email protected]) cc Ms. Babalwa Solani ([email protected]), Division of Research, Partnerships and Innovation, University of Fort Hare, Private Bag X1314, Alice 5700, South Africa. E-mail: [email protected] The closing date for applications is 25 May 2024.

CLOSING DATE: 8 NOVEMBER 2024.

Note:
Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only. Queries can be directed to and

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.