Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor In The History Department

Details of the offer

Vacancy Details

Employer:Rhodes University
Readvertising: Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor in the History Department
(2 positions)

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply.

The History Department invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives
All academics are responsible for the dissemination of knowledge (teaching and learning), creation of knowledge (research) and community engagement, recognising that there are differences in the execution of these responsibilities within the various departments and Faculties. Academics are also expected to assume some administrative, management and/or leadership duties at the departmental, Faculty and/or University level.

The Requirements

Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor
A PhD in African History or the History of the African diaspora with experience in teaching and research in one or more of the following areas:

For post 1:History of Science and Technology Studies OR Marginalisation, Inequality and Redress.
For post 2:Socio-Economic and Environmental History of Africa.

In both instances, the following would be an added advantage:
- historians with a background in archival studies or archival science;
- expertise in Eastern Cape history;
- research and teaching expertise in gender, sexuality and women histories.

Application Process
It is essential that prospective candidates read therole profileandfurther particularsdocument for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:
A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
At least three contactable referees, including their title, name, designation and contact information (contact number and email address).

A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements. In addition, if applicable, please articulate your level of engagement with one or more of the subthemes identified in the requirements (Eastern Cape History, archival studies or archival science, gender, sexuality and women's history).

Please note:
Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.
No hand-written applications will be considered.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application can be submitted to
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Selection Process:
Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

At the interview stage, shortlisted candidates will be expected to do a short presentation.

Remuneration per annum:
Senior Lecturer
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum:R 742,411.00
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately):R 960,928.00

Associate Professor
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum:R 887,318.00
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately):R1,141,001.00

Professor
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum:R1,086,915.00
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately):R1,389,037.00

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. These positions are advertised as permanent posts, but the University reserves the right to appoint on a fixed-term contract or not to fill the positions. An application in and of itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

Closing Date: 15 January 2025

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.
These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion


Nominal Salary: To be agreed

Job Function:

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