Associate Professor (Development Studies)

A doctoral degree in Development Studies or a cognate discipline; Publications in accredited journals or equivalent recognised outputs within the last five years, appropriate to the post level; Evidence of successful postgraduate student supervision; Evidence of teaching experience at tertiary level. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES) : International recognition in the field; Academic status in the relevant discipline; Experience in interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research collaboration; Experience in high-level liaison with internal and external stakeholders; A relevant and clear vision for the Development Studies with short, medium- and long-term strategic goals; Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills; Excellent human relations and people skills; Experience in academic administration; Evidence of external/third stream fundraising; Appropriate experience in conducting independent research. The following will be a strong recommendation: Academic monograph, published or nearly published; Involvement in local and international research networks; A critical and multi-disciplinary approach to Development Studies; National Research Foundation rating; Evidence of graduating PhD students; Existing Development Studies research projects; Ability to raise third-stream income; Positive, driven, competent and collegial, with a critical intellectual attitude. The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za , select About UP, click on Career Opportunities and select the position you would like to apply for . Applicants are requested to provide the following documentation in support of their application: A comprehensive and updated Curriculum Vitae; Certified copies of qualifications; A brief self-evaluation indicating how the candidate meets the requirements of the position; A brief outline of the candidate ’ s completed and current research activities as well as envisioned future research; The candidate’s envisioned contribution to the Department ; Details of three contactable referees, including referees who can attest to the candidate’s professional experience and academic (teaching and research) qualities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for: Teaching and curriculum development at postgraduate level in Development Studies; Supervision of Honours, Masters, and PhD students in Anthropology and Development Studies; Planning, conducting and publishing high quality research in peer-reviewed, accredited publications; Participating in the Department’s strategic initiatives relating to teaching, research, community engagement and fundraising; Offering strategic intellectual and academic leadership; Developing Curricular Community Engagement programmes for Development Studies modules; Participating in international academic and disciplinary associations, conferences, journals, etc; Participating in departmental administrative duties, including coordination of the Development Studies programme.

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