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Readvertising: Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor

Rhodes University

Eastern Cape Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor Posted 7 Aug 2026 Closes in 12 days

Overview

The Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Bioinformatics at Rhodes University is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor. This position involves teaching, research, and community engagement, as well as administrative and leadership responsibilities within the academic setting.

Requirements

  • At least a PhD in Microbiology or a related discipline
  • Teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels
  • Experience in teaching topics and research in Microbiology, specializing in fields such as parasitology, immunology, or vaccinology
  • Research supervision from at least a Master's degree to completion
  • Emerging national profile in the discipline
  • Track record of research publications and evidence of research grant acquisition
  • Proven track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles in teaching, assessment, research and community engagement

Responsibilities

  • Disseminating knowledge through teaching and learning
  • Creating knowledge through research activities
  • Engaging in community engagement initiatives
  • Assuming administrative, management, and/or leadership duties
  • Providing academic leadership in teaching and learning, research, and community engagement
  • Contributing towards the institution's governance

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