Teacher Education and Professional Development Studies Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (Job ID: 6133) – (1825)
JOB OVERVIEW
Job Title: Teacher Education and Professional Development Studies Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Company: University of the Free State (UFS)
Location: Bloemfontein Campus, Free State, South Africa
Employment Type: Full-time, 1-Year Contract (Renewable up to 3 years)
Closing Date: 6 June 2025
Responsibilities:
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Conduct innovative research in Teacher Education and Professional Development
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Produce a minimum of 3 accredited publications per year
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Initiate and seek funding for research projects
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Provide limited teaching and supervision at Honours, Master’s, or Doctoral levels
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Reside at UFS and participate in Faculty of Education activities
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Engage in evidence-based research related to South African education context
Qualifications:
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PhD (obtained within the last 5 years) in Teacher Education and Professional Development Studies
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Strong academic record and publication history
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Willingness to relocate and reside in Bloemfontein for the duration of the fellowship
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Must not hold full-time salaried employment during the fellowship
Benefits:
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Annual Fellowship: R220,000
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Research Expenses Fund: R30,000
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Mentorship by senior researchers
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Opportunities for academic development and community engagement
Application Process:
Submit the following documents to MokheleML@ufs.ac.za by 6 June 2025:
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Motivation letter with research agenda (1–2 pages)
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Full CV with publications and academic record
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Certified transcripts and PhD certificate
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At least two sample manuscripts suitable for publication
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Copy of ID or passport
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Contact details of two academic referees
Commencement of Fellowship: 01 July 2025
For Enquiries:
Prof Matseliso L Mokhele-Makgalwa | Email: MokheleML@ufs.ac.za
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