MANGOSUTHU UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY VACANCIES

FACULTY OF APPLIED AND HEALTH SCIENCES
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
(Investigating higher dimensional relativistic fluids in modified gravity theories)
 
One-Year Fixed Contract
The Faculty of Applied and Health Sciences, through the Research Directorate of Mangosuthu University of Technology is pleased to announce a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship for 2025/2026 on: “Investigating higher dimensional relativistic fluids in modified gravity theories”.
In this project we aim to generate new exact solutions to the Einstein-Maxwell equations in higher dimensions and investigate the dynamical behavior of the gravitating fluids. We furthermore intend to investigate the effects of higher dimensions in modified gravity theories.
We study the consequence of higher dimensions on some physical phenomena such as studying the structure and mass of the stars.
 
Key Performance Areas:
• Publish manuscripts in reputable (DHET-accredited) journals and peer-reviewed conference proceedings. 
• Assist colleagues pursuing their postgraduate research and/or collaborating with other research fellows.
• Assist in overall management and contribution to various activities of the research project.
• Ability to co-supervise relevant postgraduate research and/or collaborating with other postdoctoral fellows.
• Assisting in overall management and contribute to the various activities of the Research projects.
• Initiating, developing and/or being involved in research networks, collaborations, institutional partnerships, and the organization of research events.
 
Minimum Requirements:
• A PhD in Applied Mathematics (specializing in General Relativity/Mathematical Modelling/Differential Equations and Applications or any other related field) obtained in not more than past five years.
• Published at least two DHET-accredited journal articles in the above-stated specialist areas in the last 24 months.
• South African citizens and permanent residents will have priority, but the call is open to international scholars.
• International Postdoctoral Research Fellows must have a long-term visitor’s visa endorsed for academic activities affiliated with MUT (Section 11(1)(b) Visitors Visa).
• Should not reside outside South Africa during this fellowship.
• Should not hold full-time permanent academic or professional employment during this fellowship. 
 
Competencies:
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
 
Stipend: R300 000.00 per annum (tax-exempt)
 
Interested applicants should send (a) a motivation detailing the extent to which they meet the requirements of the position; (b) an application form (downloadable from www.mut.ac.za); (c) a Curriculum Vitae; (d) certified copies of academic qualifications plus academic records, proof of professional registration with a relevant professional body where applicable and copy of a valid driver’s license. (Please provide academic transcripts and SAQA evaluation certificate, if qualifications were obtained outside South Africa); and (e) names of three contactable referees to: Department of Human Resources and Development, via email: hr@mut.ac.za. copied gumedeSC@mut.ac.za
Enquiries: Tel (031) 819 9278
 
Closing Date: 22 August 2025

​OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR: TEACHING AND LEARNING
❖ FACULTY DEAN – FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
 
The Faculty of Engineering consists of the following departments:
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering and Surveying
• Construction Management and Quantity Surveying
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
 
Key Performance Areas:
• Provision of strategic direction to the faculty and management of direct reports.
• Teaching, learning and quality assurance.
• Community outreach-partnerships and collaboration.
• Research
• Manages budget process for the faculty.
• Monitoring, evaluation, and reporting.
 
Minimum Requirements:
• A doctoral qualification in a discipline relevant to offerings in the faculty.
• At least ten (10) years relevant academic management experience (at the level of Senior Lecturer and above), five years of which must be at the level of an Academic HoD.
• Sound knowledge of higher education and the higher education system in South Africa and internationally.
• Relevant higher education leadership and managerial skills.
• A strong research profile that demonstrates leadership.
• A strong record of initiating and managing collaborations and partnerships at local, regional and international levels.
 
Recommendations:
• A full Professorship will be an added advantage.
 
Competencies:
• High academic and professional standing in the field of expertise, and high academic credibility amongst peers.
• Strategic planning and implementation experience.
• Knowledge of quality assurance.
• A proven track record of supervising postgraduate students.
• Professional registration where applicable.
 
 
Remuneration: We offer a negotiable market- related total remuneration package (i.e., inclusive of benefits: 13th cheque, housing subsidy/allowance, pension, medical aid, group life and study grant where applicable).
The retirement age is 65 years. This is a five (5) - year performance-based contract with the expectation that the successful candidate will serve the full five-year term.
 
Please provide academic transcripts and SAQA evaluation certificates if qualifications were obtained outside South Africa.
 
Interested applicants should send (a) a motivation detailing the extent to which they meet the requirements of the position; (b) an application form (downloadable from www.mut.ac.za); (c) a Curriculum Vitae; (d) certified copies of academic qualifications plus academic records and proof of professional registration with a relevant professional body where applicable. (Please provide academic transcripts and SAQA evaluation certificates, if qualifications were obtained outside South Africa); and (e) names of three contactable referees to the: Department of Human Resources and Development via email: hr.executive@mut.ac.za
 
Only e-mailed applications will be accepted. No walk-ins will be allowed.
 
Enquiries: Tel: (031) 907 7565 /7560
 
Mangosuthu University of Technology is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representativity within the institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity targets, including people with disabilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.