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:
Conduct innovative research in Teacher Education and Professional Development
Produce a minimum of 3 accredited publications per year
Initiate and seek funding for research projects
Provide limited teaching and supervision at Honours, Master’s, or Doctoral levels
Reside at UFS and participate in Faculty of Education activities
Engage in evidence-based research related to South African education context
Qualifications:
PhD (obtained within the last 5 years) in Teacher Education and Professional Development Studies
Strong academic record and publication history
Willingness to relocate and reside in Bloemfontein for the duration of the fellowship
Must not hold full-time salaried employment during the fellowship
Benefits:
Annual Fellowship: R220,000
Research Expenses Fund: R30,000
Mentorship by senior researchers
Opportunities for academic development and community engagement
Application Process:
Submit the following documents to MokheleML@ufs.ac.za by 6 June 2025:
Motivation letter with research agenda (1–2 pages)
Full CV with publications and academic record
Certified transcripts and PhD certificate
At least two sample manuscripts suitable for publication
Copy of ID or passport
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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