RHODES UNIVERSITY VACANCIES

RHODES UNIVERSITY

CONFERENCE AND EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR II
Rhodes University
Grahamstown, Eastern Cape
Permanent

Closing Date 16 July 2025

Job Details
Division: 3001 - Residential Operations
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Administrative
Salary: R464 758 - R464 758 per annum

Job Description
Conference and Events Coordinator II
Conference and Events Office
Division of Residential Operations
The Conference and Events Office in the Division of Residential Operations invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

The Department
Rhodes University has a diverse range of conference venues that can cater to all conferencing needs. The University is situated in Grahamstown in the Eastern Cape, which is almost equidistant from the major centres of South Africa. This unique part of the country has a lot to offer conference delegates.
Added to this, it can also fulfil most accommodation and catering needs associated with conferences. Our conference and meeting facilities offer a wide range of modern technology and amenities to suit requirements, including expansive tiered theatres which seat up to 420 delegates. Our venues all have high-quality AV, supported by an expert in-house team. Our dedicated team of conference professionals provides full support for the conference administration and delegate accommodation booking. Due to its ideal location and diverse facilities, Rhodes University is the perfect place to host a conference.

Main Objectives
To provide a support mechanism and structure that enables a comprehensive and efficiently administered profit-making sector to the University through the media of conferences, events and any other related matters.

The Requirements
Grade 12 plus approximately 6 years’ relevant experience, where such experience includes: -

Previous experience managing and organising conferences & events, and/or working in the conference industry.
Previous experience in budget management and reconciliation of accounts.
Previous experience in working with computers, particularly Word and Excel. The ability to work on the internet and email is essential. Previous experience of working with databases will be an advantage.
A valid code 8 driver’s license

Application Process
It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

A comprehensive CV, which should include the following: -
- Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
- Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation, and contact information, which should be at least their contact number and email address.
A copy of a matric certificate and a driver's license.
A strong and succinct motivation that tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application can be submitted to hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za.

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

Short-listing meeting scheduled for 6 August 2025
The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum (Grade 12):
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R 464,758
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R 617,693

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three-years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 16 July 2025

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible
If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

PLEASE APPLY HERE

LECTURER (NGAP) DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
Rhodes University
Makhanda, Eastern Cape
Permanent

Closing Date 22 July 2025

Job Details
Division: 0504 - Computer Science
Minimum experience: Not Applicable
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Other

Job Description
Lecturer (nGAP)- Grade L

Department of Computer Science

The Department of the Computer Science invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

The Department - Description of the Department
The Department of Computer Science at Rhodes University is seeking to appoint a Lecturer with expertise in a technical field of Computer Science under the Next Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP) and invites suitably qualified candidates to apply.

Main Objectives
All academics are responsible for the dissemination of knowledge (teaching and learning), creation of knowledge (research) and community engagement, recognising that there are differences in the execution of these responsibilities within the various departments and Faculties. Academics are also expected to assume some administrative, management and/or leadership duties at the departmental, Faculty and/or University level, and contribute to their profession.

The Requirements

At least a Master’s degree in a technical research field of Computer Science (security, machine learning, or high-performance computing). Preference will be given to candidates with a PhD or who have made significant progress towards completing a PhD in a technical research field (as above) of Computer Science.
Tutoring, facilitation, or conference presentation experience required. No teaching experience is required, but teaching experience in a technical area of Computer Science, including programming, will be an advantage.
No research supervision is required.
Emerging track record of research publication and/or conference presentations

Some administrative or management experience, albeit in informal contexts, e.g., student or sports clubs, work experience.

Application Process
It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile and further particulars for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications and transcripts which should include the following: -
- Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
- Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

Short-listing meeting scheduled TBC
The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum (Grade L):
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R633 149
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R826 949

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 22 July 2025

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

PLEASE APPLY HERE

READVERTISEMENT: PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN STATISTICS
Rhodes University
Grahamstown, Eastern Cape
Permanent

Closing Date 16 July 2025

Job Details
Division: 0512 - Statistics
Minimum experience: Executive
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Education
Salary: R936 120 - R1 146 695 per annum

Job Description
Professor/Associate Professor
Department of Statistics
Faculty of Science
The Department of Statistics invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

The Department
The Department of Statistics at Rhodes University is seeking to appoint a Professor or Associate Professor in the Mathematical Statistical Sciences, or Data Science (Statistical/Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence) or a Professor or Associate Professor with extensive research and supervision in the statistical computational sciences and statistical modelling. The successful candidate will take a leading role in shaping and advancing the Department’s data science and applied statistics programs. The appointee will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and to offer specialized R training.

Main Objectives
All academics are responsible for disseminating knowledge (teaching and learning), creating knowledge (research), and engaging in community engagement, recognising differences in executing these responsibilities within the various departments and faculties. Professors and Associate Professors are expected to be actively involved in the development and advancement of the discipline through a high level of professional and scholarly engagement. Academics are also expected to assume administrative, management, and/or leadership duties at the departmental, faculty, and/or university levels.
A Professor and an Associate Professor are to provide academic leadership in the following areas: teaching and learning, research and community engagement, and contribute towards the institution's governance. This professor's leadership contribution should be evidenced at the departmental, faculty, and institutional levels.

The Requirements

A PhD either in the Mathematical Statistical Sciences or Data Sciences (Mathematical or Statistical) or Mathematics (Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence), or a senior academic with a PhD and a distinguished track record of publication and supervision of research in the Statistical Computational Sciences and Applied Statistical Modelling.
Teaching experience in some of the following disciplinary areas of Statistics at undergraduate and postgraduate levels: Distribution theory; Multivariate Analysis; Generalized Linear Models; Classification; Statistical or Machine Learning; Bayesian Statistics; Financial Statistics; Stochastic Processes; Time Series Analysis; ; Fixed and Mixed Effects Modelling; Generalised Additive Models; Non-linear Models; Data Science and Spacial Statistics. Strong computational proficiency in R is essential.
A sustained commitment to academic excellence and leadership is essential. A sustained contribution to academic and professional communities with associated high-quality research published in reputable journals and extensive participation in conferences and a well-developed scholarly network is required.

Professor:

Extensive teaching experience
Research supervision of PhD and Masters degrees to completion.
Track record of research publication.
International profile in your discipline.

Associate Professor

Considerable teaching
Research supervision of Masters and preferably PhD degrees required.
Track record of research publication.
National and emerging international profile in your discipline.

Application Process
It is essential that prospective candidates read the Academic Role Profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.
The following documents are required:

A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
- Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
- Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements, including how you can contribute to the department.

Short-listing meeting scheduled for the 21 July 2025
The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum
Rhodes University offers competitive remuneration.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 16 July 2025

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible
If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

PLEASE APPLY HERE

LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER IN THE SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND MEDIA STUDIES
Rhodes University
Makhanda, Eastern Cape
Permanent

Closing Date 21 July 2025

Job Details
Division: 0107 - Journalism and Media Studies
Minimum experience: Not Applicable
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Other
Job Description
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in the School of Journalism and Media Studies
The School of Journalism and Media Studies invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team in the field of Communication Studies.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Teaching in fields of relevance to communication: To develop and manage coursework across the undergraduate and postgraduate programme of relevance to the study and practice of communication. Pursuing this goal in line with the school’s vision for social change and the university’s vision for community engagement. Through such teaching, to develop students’ competence and knowledge both in the study of communication and its practice.
The development and management of communication practices and projects: Initiating and managing partnerships in communication for the School of JMS. To do so primarily for the purpose of opening up opportunities for JMS students and staff to be involved in research and experiential learning opportunities concerned with communication practice.
Conducting research of relevance to communication practice: Collaborating with academic staff in the School of JMS to integrate such research in the school’s experiential learning projects, in particular, Grocotts Mail and Rhodes Music Radio (RMR). Producing and publishing research of relevance to socially engaged communication practice.

The Requirements

Lecturer

A PhD in Communication Studies or a cognate discipline with experience in communication. Candidates who provide evidence of their PhD thesis being under examination will be considered.
Some teaching and/or teaching facilitation experience is required. The incumbent should be acquainted with online/ blended teaching, testing, and marking or be willing to acquire these skills immediately once in the job.
Ability to teach in disciplinary areas such as the following is required:
- Communication for Development
- Strategic Communication
- Community Media and Engaged and Participative Communication
- Digital Communication
- Audience Studies
Some experience in mentorship and/or supervision of postgraduate students would be an advantage.
Some evidence and experience in conducting research. Evidence of accredited published outputs would be an advantage.
Some record of administration, management and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).

Senior Lecturer

A PhD in Communication Studies or a cognate discipline with experience in communication.
Considerable teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels is required. The incumbent should be acquainted with online/ blended teaching, testing, and marking or be willing to acquire these skills immediately once in the job.
Experience in teaching in disciplinary areas such as the following is required:
- Communication for Development
- Strategic Communication
- Community Media and Engaged and Participative Communication
- Digital Communication
- Audience Studies
Research supervision experience up to at least a Master's degree to completion is required.
Emerging national profile in the discipline and a credible record of accredited, peer-reviewed publications.
Track record of administration, management and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).

Application Process
It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile and further particulars document for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
- Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs, if applicable.
- Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.
At shortlisting stage, candidates may be required to submit a portfolio of evidence.

Remuneration per annum:
Lecturer
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R 633,149.00
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R 826,949.00

Senior Lecturer
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R 783,243.00
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1,013,469.00

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three-years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in and of itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 21 July 2025

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

PLEASE APPLY HERE

LECTURER/ SENIOR LECTURER/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN THE FACULTY OF PHARMACY
Rhodes University
Makhanda, Eastern Cape
Permanent

Closing Date 14 July 2025

Job Details
Division: 0601 - Pharmacy
Minimum experience: Not Applicable
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Other

Job Description
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in the Faculty of Pharmacy (Grade L/Sl/AP)

Faculty of Pharmacy
Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

The Faculty of Pharmacy invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives
All academics are responsible for disseminating knowledge (teaching and learning), creating knowledge (research), and engaging in community engagement, recognizing differences in the execution of these responsibilities within academic departments and faculties. Academics are also expected to assume some administrative, management, and/or leadership duties at the departmental, Faculty, and/or University level and contribute (s) to their profession.

The Requirements

Lecturer

MSc, MSc (Med), MPharm, MSc (Pharm) degree in Pharmacology or related field.
Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a pharmacist or with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa.
Tutoring or facilitation experience is required.
Experience in teaching in the following disciplinary areas: Clinical Pharmacy, Pathophysiology, and Pathology will be an advantage.
No research supervision is required.
Track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be formal or informal).
No emerging national profile in discipline is required.

Senior Lecturer

PhD degree in Pharmacology or a related field is preferred. Candidates with a Master’s degree in Pharmacology or a related field with significant progress toward a PhD will be considered. Progress implies intended submission within the next 12 months. PLUS Experience: Usually 7 to 10 years of teaching experience. OR 7 to 10 years of professional experience in a health or medicines-related field
Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a pharmacist or with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa.
Teaching experience in Pharmacology at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels using appropriate teaching, learning support, assessment methods, and technologies is required.
Experience in teaching in the following disciplinary areas: Clinical Pharmacy, Pathophysiology, and Pathology will be an advantage.
Experience in teaching other relevant and related areas of Pharmacology will be an advantage.
Good research supervision of at least Masters’ degrees is required.
Track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be formal or informal).
Emerging national profile in the discipline.

Associate Professor

PhD degree in Pharmacology or related biomedical field. PLUS Experience: Usually 7 to 10 years of teaching experience. OR 7 to 10 years of professional experience in a health or medicines-related field.
Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a pharmacist or with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa.
Teaching experience in Pharmacology at the undergraduate and post-graduate levels using appropriate teaching, learning support, assessment methods and technologies is required.
Experience in teaching in the following disciplinary areas: Clinical Pharmacy, Pathophysiology, and Pathology will be an advantage.
Experience in teaching other relevant and related areas of Pharmacology will be an advantage.
Good research supervision of at least Masters’ and PhD degrees required. Participating in collaborative research projects would be an advantage.
Track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be formal or informal).
National and emerging international profile in the discipline based on research outputs and ability to secure research funding.

Application Process
It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile and the further particulars for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
- Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
- Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system. Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact 0466038063.

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

Short-listing meeting scheduled TBC.
The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum (Grade L/SL/AP):
Remuneration per annum (Grade L):
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R633,140.00
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R826,949.00

Remuneration per annum (Grade SL):
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R783,243.00
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1,013,469.00

Remuneration per annum (Grade AP):
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R936,120.00
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1,203,447.00

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 14 July 2025

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

PLEASE APPLY HERE

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