Research Fellowship:Disability Rights 1-year
Job details
- Position: Postdoctoral Research Fellowship – Disability Rights
- Institution: University of the Free State
- Faculty: Law (Office of the Dean)
- Location: Bloemfontein
- Contract Type: 1-year (renewable up to 3 years)
- Closing Date: 4 May 2026
Purpose
This fellowship is designed for recent PhD graduates who want to build an academic career in:
- Human Rights
- Disability Rights
- Social Transformation
It focuses on developing high-level research, publications, and academic experience under mentorship.
Key Focus Areas
Your research should connect disability rights with:
- Poverty and inequality
- Access to basic resources (housing, land, water, food)
- Education and healthcare
- Democracy and political rights
- Inclusion and transformation
Key Responsibilities
Research & Publications
- Conduct interdisciplinary research
- Publish at least 3 accredited outputs per year
- Present papers at seminars and conferences
Collaboration & Engagement
- Work with the Dean’s Office and disability rights unit
- Collaborate locally and internationally
- Participate in faculty research activities
Academic Development
- Assist with postgraduate supervision
- Participate in teaching
- Engage with research centres and postgraduate structures
Eligibility Criteria
You must:
- Have a PhD in Human Rights / Disability Rights (completed within last 5 years)
- Be available full-time (no other salaried job allowed)
- Be willing to relocate and reside in Bloemfontein (80% presence required)
Fellowship Value
- R240,000 per year (tax-free)
- R30,000 research fund (tax-free)
Application Requirements
Send via email:
- Motivation letter (+ research proposal 1–2 pages)
- Full academic CV (with publications)
- Certified transcripts & PhD certificate
- SAQA certificate (if applicable)
- ID/passport copy
- 2 academic referees
Email to: MoseliK@ufs.ac.za
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis — apply early!