UNIVERSITY OF FORT HARE

 

 

 

POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP IN SOCIOLOGY, ANTHROPOLOGY AND DEVELOPMENT

2026-04-13 - 2026-04-30

Fixed Term Contract

EC000780

Academic

Eastern Cape, East London

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship 2026–2028 (24-month period)



Description: The Department of Sociology, University of Fort Hare, East London Campus has a vacancy for a full-time two-year postdoctoral research fellowship. The successful candidate will be required to work on research projects that focus on extractivism, environment and social sustainability, indigenous knowledge systems and small and medium scale economic activities in South Africa, SADC countries or any countries in Africa. The fellowship will be awarded on competitive basis with consideration given to prior scholarly achievements of the applicant. The fellowship is initially for two years and is renewable subject to outstanding performance of the fellow

 

Requirements:

  • The successful candidate will have a doctorate, completed in the last five years, in the social sciences (preferably with focus on extractivism, environment and sustainability) or related fields at a higher education institution in South Africa or abroad.
  • If not yet in possession of a doctoral degree, they need to submit a written statement from the Registrar (or equivalent) at the issuing University confirming that they satisfactorily fulfilled the University’s requirements for a doctoral degree at the time of application for a postdoctoral research fellowship. Details of the qualification and expected date of graduation should be included in the statement.
  • The successful candidate may not be in the employment of UFH (including Time on Task) at the time of taking the postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may not be employed in any other institution/company during their postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may be of any age, gender or nationality (subject only to the visa regulations of the Department of Home Affairs)
  • Preference will be given to South African females.

 

Conditions:

  • By the end of their first year, the PDRF is expected to have submitted papers amounting to 2 units for review on the topic of their postdoctoral research which meets the following minimum requirements
  • PDRF extending into their second and subsequent years are expected to have published (or have in-press) 2 units. All papers must be on the topic of postdoctoral research and details of the papers must be submitted by the host to the PGS office by the end of each renewal year.

 

Duration: The fellowship is valid for 24 months from the month of arrival and may be extended with evidence of good progress.


Application details: Full CV (including publications), motivation letter (2-3 pages long), and proof of completion of doctorate. On the subject line write Sociology2, applications to be sent to Mr. Mandilakhe Qelesile at MQelesile@ufh.ac.za  and copy Ms. Babalwa Solani at BSolani@ufh.ac.za

Send queries to Prof I Umejesi:  IUmejesi@ufh.ac.za

 

NOTE:

  • Applications will be treated in order of arrival and with the highest degree of confidentiality.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing, preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.
  • The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment

 

Closing date: 30 April 2026

 

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP: AGRICULTURAL & ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS

2026-04-13 - 2026-04-30

Fixed Term Contract

EC000781

Academic

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape

Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Agricultural & Environmental Economics 2026-2028


Description: The SARChI Chair in Circular Economy: Leveraging Smart Technologies for Sustainable Ecologies, Food Security and Climate Resilience at the University of Fort Hare, South Africa seeks to appoint a postdoctoral research fellow with strong agricultural & environmental economics background. The fellowship involves extensive travelling and field work. Possession of a Code B driver’s license will be an added advantage.

 

Requirements:

  • The successful candidate will preferably have a doctorate, completed in the last five years, in Agricultural Economics or Environmental Economics.at a higher education institution in South Africa or abroad.
  • If not yet in possession of a doctoral degree, they need to submit a written statement from the Registrar (or equivalent) at the issuing University confirming that they satisfactorily fulfilled the University’s requirements for a doctoral degree at the time of application for a postdoctoral research fellowship. Details of the qualification and expected date of graduation should be included in the statement.
  • The successful candidate may not be in the employment of UFH (including Time on Task) at the time of taking the postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may not be employed in any other institution/company during their postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may be of any age, gender or nationality (subject only to the visa regulations of the Department of Home Affairs)
  • Preference will be given to South African females

 

Conditions:

  • By the end of their first year, the PDRF is expected to have submitted papers amounting to 2 units for review on the topic of their postdoctoral research which meets the following minimum requirements
  • PDRF extending into their second and subsequent years are expected to have published (or have in-press) 2 units. All papers must be on the topic of the postdoctoral research and details of the papers must be submitted by the host to the PGS office by the end of each renewal year.

 

Project requirements:

  • Demonstrate relevant experience and understanding of the Circular Economy, Food and Nutrition Security, Agroecosystem and Climate Change.
  • Evidence of relevant publications in the environmental economics domain.
  • Proficiency in advanced environmental econometrics modeling.

 

Application Details: Full CV (including publications), motivation letter (2-3 pages long), and proof of completion of doctorate. On the subject line write Agricultural Economics, applications to be sent to Mr. Mandilakhe Qelesile at MQelesile@ufh.ac.za and copy Ms. Babalwa Solani at BSolani@ufh.ac.za/ postdocs@ufh.ac.za 

Duration: The fellowship is valid for 24 months from the month of arrival and may be extended with evidence of good progress.


For queries contact: Prof Amon Taruvinga (ataruvinga@ufh.ac.za) and cc Dr L Gwala (LGwala@ufh.ac.za).

 

NOTE:

  • Applications will be treated in order of arrival and with the highest degree of confidentiality.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing, preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.
  • The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment


Closing date: 30 April 2026

 

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP: APPLIED MANAGEMENT, ADMINISTRATION AND ETHICAL LEADERSHIP

2026-04-13 - 2026-04-30

Fixed Term Contract

EC000782

Academic

Eastern Cape, East London

DEPARTMENT OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS

(On behalf of the Department of Applied Management, Administration and Ethical Leadership)

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship 2026–2028 (24-month period)"


Description: The Department of Applied Management, Administration and Ethical Leadership wish to appoint one Postdoctoral Research Fellow (PDRF) to focus on Workplace Well-being Practices of SMMEs in the Eastern Cape: Family vs Non-family Business Strategies.  The study incorporates a combination of quantitative and qualitative data collection methods using various small to medium-sized businesses in the Eastern Cape area. The candidate must be based in the East London precinct area.

 

Requirements:

  • The successful candidate will preferably have a doctorate, completed in the last five years, in Business Management at a higher education institution in South Africa or abroad.
  • If not yet in possession of a doctoral degree, they need to submit a written statement from the Registrar (or equivalent) at the issuing University confirming that they satisfactorily fulfilled the University’s requirements for a doctoral degree at the time of application for a postdoctoral research fellowship. Details of the qualification and expected date of graduation should be included in the statement.
  • The successful candidate may not be in the employment of UFH (including Time on Task) at the time of taking the postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may not be employed in any other institution/company during their postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may be of any age, gender or nationality (subject only to the visa regulations of the Department of Home Affairs)
  • Preference will be given to South African females.

 

Conditions:

  • By the end of their first year, the PDRF is expected to have submitted papers amounting to 2 units for review on the topic of their postdoctoral research which meets the following minimum requirements
  • PDRF extending into their second and subsequent years are expected to have published (or have in-press) 2 units. All papers must be on the topic of the postdoctoral research and details of the papers must be submitted by the host to the PGS office by the end of each renewal year.

 

Project requirements:

  • Conduct innovative research and produce scholarly output on the well-being practices implemented by family-owned and non-family owned SMMEs in the Eastern Cape
  • Demonstrate relevant experience, understanding, and knowledge of quantitative and qualitative approaches.
  • Fieldwork experience
  • Strong academic writing abilities
  • Competence in data analysis (SPSS and Thematic)

 

Application details: Please email the following documents to Mr. Mandilakhe Qelesile (MQelesile@ufh.ac.za) and copy Ms. Babalwa Solani (BSolani@ufh.ac.za / postdoc@ufh.ac.za)

  • Motivation letter should include a 1 – 2-page outline of relevant expertise and experience.
  • Full CV including a list of research publications.
  • Full transcript of recent academic records and a copy of the doctoral degree certificate and any other relevant certificates.
  • Copy of ID document (or copy of passport in the case of foreign applicants).
  • Contact details of two academic referees who have taught/supervised/mentored the candidate.
  • On the subject line write Business Management.

 

For queries: Please contact Prof Juliet Townes and Dr Angela Pike-Bowles for information related to the project: jtownes@ufh.ac.za and apike-bowles@ufh.ac.za

 

NOTE:

  • Applications will be treated in order of arrival and with the highest degree of confidentiality. ◦ Correspondence will be with short-listed candidates only.
  • The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing, preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.
  • The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.

 

Closing date: 30 April 2026

 

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP: DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS INNOVATIONS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

2026-04-13 - 2026-04-30

Fixed Term Contract

EC000783

Academic

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape

DEPARTMENT OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS

(On behalf of the Department of Business Innovations and Entrepreneurship)

 

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship 2026–2028 (24-month period)

 

Description: The Department of Business Innovations and Entrepreneurship in the Faculty of Management and Commerce at the University of Fort Hare seeks to recruit 1 Post-Doctoral fellow for the year 2026. This position will support the ongoing research activities in the Department of Business Management with a special focus on women and youth entrepreneurship.

 

Requirements:

  • The successful candidate will preferably have a doctorate, completed in the last five years, in philosophy and / or political science at a higher education institution in South Africa or abroad.
  • If not yet in possession of a doctoral degree, they need to submit a written statement from the Registrar (or equivalent) at the issuing University confirming that they satisfactorily fulfilled the University’s requirements for a doctoral degree at the time of application for a postdoctoral research fellowship. Details of the qualification and expected date of graduation should be included in the statement.
  • The successful candidate may not be in the employment of UFH (including Time on Task) at the time of taking the postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may not be employed in any other institution/company during their postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may be of any age, gender or nationality (subject only to the visa regulations of the Department of Home Affairs)
  • Preference will be given to South African females.

 

Conditions:

  • By the end of their first year, the PDRF is expected to have submitted papers amounting to 2 units for review on the topic of their postdoctoral research which meets the following minimum requirements
  • PDRF extending into their second and subsequent years are expected to have published (or have in-press) 2 units. All papers must be on the topic of the postdoctoral research and details of the papers must be submitted by the host to the PGS office by the end of each renewal year.

 

Duration: The fellowship is valid for 24 months from the month of arrival and may be extended with evidence of good progress.


Application details: Full CV (including publications), motivation letter (2-3 pages long), and proof of completion of doctorate. On the subject line write Business Management2, applications to be sent to Mr. Mandilakhe Qelesile at MQelesile@ufh.ac.za and copy Ms. Babalwa Solani at BSolani@ufh.ac.za /postdocs@ufh.ac.za

 

For enquiries:Please contact Assoc. Prof. Tendai Chimucheka, E-mail: tchimucheka@ufh.ac.za    

 

NOTE:

  • Applications will be treated in order of arrival and with the highest degree of confidentiality.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing, preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.
  • The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment

 

Closing date: 30 April 2026

 

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP: DEPARTMENT OF APPLIED MANAGEMENT, ADMINISTRATION AND ETHICAL LEADERSHIP

2026-04-13 - 2026-04-30

Fixed Term Contract

EC000784

Academic

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape

DEPARTMENT OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS

(On behalf of the Department of Applied Management, Administration and Ethical Leadership

 

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship 2026–2027 (24-month period)

 

Description: The Department of Applied Management, Administration and Ethical Leadership (AMAEL) in the Faculty of Management and Commerce at the University of Fort Hare seeks to recruit 1 Post-Doctoral Research Fellow to commence by May 2026. This position will support the Department of AMAEL's ongoing research activities, with a special focus on Innovation Ignition: Powering Business Transformation with Technology.

 

Requirements:

  • The successful candidate will preferably have a doctorate, completed in the last five years, in Business management or related field at a higher education institution in South Africa or abroad.
  • If not yet in possession of a doctoral degree, they need to submit a written statement from the Registrar (or equivalent) at the issuing University confirming that they satisfactorily fulfilled the University’s requirements for a doctoral degree at the time of application for a postdoctoral research fellowship. Details of the qualification and expected date of graduation should be included in the statement.
  • The successful candidate may not be in the employment of UFH (including Time on Task) at the time of taking the postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may not be employed in any other institution/company during their postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may be of any age, gender or nationality (subject only to the visa regulations of the Department of Home Affairs)
  • Preference will be given to South African females.

 

Conditions:

  • By the end of their first year, the PDRF is expected to have submitted papers amounting to 2 units for review on the topic of their postdoctoral research which meets the following minimum requirements
  • PDRF extending into their second and subsequent years are expected to have published (or have in-press) 2 units. All papers must be on the topic of the postdoctoral research and details of the papers must be submitted by the host to the PGS office by the end of each renewal year.

 

 

 

 Project requirement

Applied knowledge of research design, good computer skills, experience with statistical software such as SPSS, STATA, etc and qualitative data analysis.

 

Duration: The fellowship is valid for 24 months from the month of arrival and may be extended with evidence of good progress.


Application details: Full CV (including publications), motivation letter (2-3 pages long), and proof of completion of doctorate. On the subject line write Business Transformation, applications to be sent to Mr. Mandilakhe Qelesile at MQelesile@ufh.ac.za and copy Ms. Babalwa Solani at BSolani@ufh.ac.za

 

For Enquiries:Please contact Assoc. Prof. Ayanda Deliwe, E-mail: ADeliwe@ufh.ac.za

 

NOTE:

  • Applications will be treated in order of arrival and with the highest degree of confidentiality.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing, preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.
  • The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment

 

Closing date: 30 April 2026

 

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP: DEPARTMENT OF EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION

2026-04-13 - 2026-04-30

Fixed Term Contract

EC000785

Academic

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape

DEPARTMENT OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS


(On behalf of the Department of Early Childhood Care and Education)

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship 2026–2027 (24-month period)

Description: The Department of Early Childhood Care and Education at the University of Fort Hare seeks to appoint a postdoctoral research fellow with a strong Education background as part of its Early Childhood Care and Education research agenda. The fellowship is awarded on a competitive basis, considering the applicant’s academic achievements, publication outputs, and research potential, as well as the relevance of prior experience and expertise.

 

Requirements:

  • The successful candidate will preferably have a doctorate, completed in the last five years, in Early childhood care and education at a higher education institution in South Africa or abroad.
  • If not yet in possession of a doctoral degree, they need to submit a written statement from the Registrar (or equivalent) at the issuing University confirming that they satisfactorily fulfilled the University’s requirements for a doctoral degree at the time of application for a postdoctoral research fellowship. Details of the qualification and expected date of graduation should be included in the statement.
  • The successful candidate may not be in the employment of UFH (including Time on Task) at the time of taking the postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may not be employed in any other institution/company during their postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may be of any age, gender or nationality (subject only to the visa regulations of the Department of Home Affairs)
  • Preference will be given to South African females

 

Conditions:

  • By the end of their first year, the PDRF is expected to have submitted papers amounting to 2 units for review on the topic of their postdoctoral research which meets the following minimum requirements
  • PDRF extending into their second and subsequent years are expected to have published (or have in-press) 2 units. All papers must be on the topic of the postdoctoral research and details of the papers must be submitted by the host to the PGS office by the end of each renewal year.

 

Duration: The fellowship is valid for 24 months from the month of arrival and may be extended with evidence of good progress.


Application details: Full CV (including publications), motivation letter (2-3 pages long), and proof of completion of doctorate. On the subject line write Early childhood care and education, applications to be sent to Mr. Mandilakhe Qelesile at MQelesile@ufh.ac.za and copy Ms. Babalwa Solani at BSolani@ufh.ac.za /postdocs@ufh.ac.za

 

For enquiries please contact: Dr Nonzukiso Tyilo email: ptyilo@ufh.ac.za.

 

NOTE:

  • Applications will be treated in order of arrival and with the highest degree of confidentiality.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing, preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.
  • The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment

 

Closing date: 30 April 2026

 

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP: DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING, ECONOMICS AND FINANCE

2026-04-13 - 2026-04-30

Fixed Term Contract

EC000786

Academic

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape

DEPARTMENT OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS


(On behalf of the Department of Accounting, Economics and Finance)

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship 2026–2028 (24-month period)

 

Description: The Department of Accounting, Economics, and Finance in the Faculty of Management and Commerce at the University of Fort Hare seeks to recruit 1 Post-Doctoral Research Fellow for 2026. The successful candidate will join a research programme focused on advancing health outcomes and equity through affordable, innovative, and context‑responsive health promotion. The successful candidate will work closely with the Principal Investigator to design, implement, and evaluate interventions to improve population health and reduce disparities across diverse communities.

 

Requirements:

  • The successful candidate will preferably have a doctorate, completed in the last five years, in Economics or a related field at a higher education institution in South Africa or abroad.
  • If not yet in possession of a doctoral degree, they need to submit a written statement from the Registrar (or equivalent) at the issuing University confirming that they satisfactorily fulfilled the University’s requirements for a doctoral degree at the time of application for a postdoctoral research fellowship. Details of the qualification and expected date of graduation should be included in the statement.
  • The successful candidate may not be in the employment of UFH (including Time on Task) at the time of taking the postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may not be employed in any other institution/company during their postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may be of any age, gender or nationality (subject only to the visa regulations of the Department of Home Affairs)
  • Preference will be given to South African females.

 

Conditions:

  • By the end of their first year, the PDRF is expected to have submitted papers amounting to 2 units for review on the topic of their postdoctoral research which meets the following minimum requirements
  • PDRF extending into their second and subsequent years are expected to have published (or have in-press) 2 units. All papers must be on the topic of the postdoctoral research and details of the papers must be submitted by the host to the PGS office by the end of each renewal year.

 

Duration: The fellowship is valid for 24 months from the month of arrival and may be extended with evidence of good progress.


Application details: Full CV (including publications), motivation letter (2-3 pages long), and proof of completion of doctorate. On the subject line write Economics , applications to be sent to Mr. Mandilakhe Qelesile at MQelesile@ufh.ac.za and copy Ms. Babalwa Solani at BSolani@ufh.ac.za

 


FOR ENQUIRIES

Please contact Prof Dumisani Hompashe: Email: dhompashe@ufh.ac.za.

 

NOTE:

  • Applications will be treated in order of arrival and with the highest degree of confidentiality.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing, preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.
  • The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment

Closing date: 30 April 2026

 

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP: FACULTY OF EDUCATION: SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS EDUCATION, AND ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

2026-04-13 - 2026-04-30

Fixed Term Contract

EC000787

Academic

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape

DEPARTMENT OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS


(On behalf of the Department of Science, Mathematics Education, and Environmental Studies)

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship 2026–2028 (24-month period)


The Department of Science, Mathematics Education and Environmental Studies, Faculty of Education, at the University of Fort Hare, Alice Campus, South Africa, seeks to appoint a Postdoctoral fellow with a strong Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) background to embark on a research project on Integrating IKS in the Teaching of Natural Sciences. The fellowship will enable an outstanding doctoral graduate to obtain experience in research and innovation at higher education institutions under the mentorship of experienced researchers.

 

Requirements:

  • The successful candidate will preferably have a doctorate, completed in the last five years, in Mathematics education or any related at a higher education institution in South Africa or abroad.
  • If not yet in possession of a doctoral degree, they need to submit a written statement from the Registrar (or equivalent) at the issuing University confirming that they satisfactorily fulfilled the University’s requirements for a doctoral degree at the time of application for a postdoctoral research fellowship. Details of the qualification and expected date of graduation should be included in the statement.
  • The successful candidate may not be in the employment of UFH (including Time on Task) at the time of taking the postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may not be employed in any other institution/company during their postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may be of any age, gender or nationality (subject only to the visa regulations of the Department of Home Affairs)
  • Preference will be given to South African females.

 

Conditions:

  • By the end of their first year, the PDRF is expected to have submitted papers amounting to 2 units for review on the topic of their postdoctoral research which meets the following minimum requirements
  • PDRF extending into their second and subsequent years are expected to have published (or have in-press) 2 units. All papers must be on the topic of the postdoctoral research and details of the papers must be submitted by the host to the PGS office by the end of each renewal year.

 

Duration: The fellowship is valid for 24 months from the month of arrival and may be extended with evidence of good progress.


Application details: Full CV (including publications), motivation letter (2-3 pages long), and proof of completion of doctorate. On the subject line write Mathematics Education, applications to be sent to Mr. Mandilakhe Qelesile at MQelesile@ufh.ac.za and copy Ms. Babalwa Solani at BSolani@ufh.ac.za / postdocs@ufh.ac.za

For enquiries please contact: Dr X. Khalo: xkhalo@ufh.ac.za

 

NOTE:

  • Applications will be treated in order of arrival and with the highest degree of confidentiality.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing, preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.
  • The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment

 

date: 30 April 2026

 

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP: DEPARTMENT OF POLITICS AND PHILOSOPHY

2026-04-13 - 2026-04-30

Fixed Term Contract

EC000788

Academic

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape

DEPARTMENT OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS


(On behalf of the Department of Politics and Philosophy)

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship 2026–2028 (24-month period)

 

Description: We seek to recruit a postdoctoral researcher to work at the intersection of philosophy and political science, with specific reference to the relation between public governance and subjective agency within digitally mediated and globally networked socio-political realities. Preferred areas of research are preferably two (or more) of the following:

  • Philosophy of Technology
  • Political Science
  • Phenomenology / African Phenomenology
  • Critical Theory
  • Posthuman / Post-Anthropocentric Approaches
  • Cognitive Science

We may consider applications outside of these specified areas of research. 

African, or broadly Global South approaches, are welcomed.

 

Requirements:

  • The successful candidate will preferably have a doctorate, completed in the last five years, in philosophy and / or political science at a higher education institution in South Africa or abroad.
  • If not yet in possession of a doctoral degree, they need to submit a written statement from the Registrar (or equivalent) at the issuing University confirming that they satisfactorily fulfilled the University’s requirements for a doctoral degree at the time of application for a postdoctoral research fellowship. Details of the qualification and expected date of graduation should be included in the statement.
  • The successful candidate may not be in the employment of UFH (including Time on Task) at the time of taking the postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may not be employed in any other institution/company during their postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may be of any age, gender or nationality (subject only to the visa regulations of the Department of Home Affairs)
  • Preference will be given to South African females.

 

Conditions:

  • By the end of their first year, the PDRF is expected to have submitted papers amounting to 2 units for review on the topic of their postdoctoral research which meets the following minimum requirements
  • PDRF extending into their second and subsequent years are expected to have published (or have in-press) 2 units. All papers must be on the topic of the postdoctoral research and details of the papers must be submitted by the host to the PGS office by the end of each renewal year.

 

Duration: The fellowship is valid for 24 months from the month of arrival and may be extended with evidence of good progress.


Application details: Full CV (including publications), motivation letter (2-3 pages long), and proof of completion of doctorate. On the subject line write Politics and Philosophy2, applications to be sent to Mr. Mandilakhe Qelesile at MQelesile@ufh.ac.za and copy Ms. Babalwa Solani at BSolani@ufh.ac.za

Send queries to Prof J Du Toit: JDuToit@ufh.ac.za

 

NOTE:

  • Applications will be treated in order of arrival and with the highest degree of confidentiality.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing, preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.
  • The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment

 

Closing date: 30 April 2026

 

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP: SOCIOLOGY, ANTHROPOLOGY AND DEVELOPMENT

2026-04-13 - 2026-04-30

Fixed Term Contract

EC000789

Academic

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape

DEPARTMENT OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS


(On behalf of the Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Development)

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship 2026–2028 (24-month period)

Description: We seek to recruit a postdoctoral researcher to work on the historical intersections of race and class in South Africa, with specific reference to the ways in which official racial boundaries/categories were drawn/made/unmade and how these were undermined, crossed and defied in the course of everyday life and daily interactions by members of the ‘groups’ to whom they were supposed to have applied.

 

Requirements:

  • The successful candidate will have a doctorate, completed in the last five years, in anthropology, history, or cognate discipline at a higher education institution in South Africa or abroad.
  • If not yet in possession of a doctoral degree, they need to submit a written statement from the Registrar (or equivalent) at the issuing University confirming that they satisfactorily fulfilled the University’s requirements for a doctoral degree at the time of application for a postdoctoral research fellowship. Details of the qualification and expected date of graduation should be included in the statement.
  • The successful candidate may not be in the employment of UFH (including Time on Task) at the time of taking the postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may not be employed in any other institution/company during their postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may be of any age, gender or nationality (subject only to the visa regulations of the Department of Home Affairs)
  • Preference will be given to South African females.

 

Conditions:

  • By the end of their first year, the PDRF is expected to have submitted papers amounting to 2 units for review on the topic of their postdoctoral research which meets the following minimum requirements
  • PDRF extending into their second and subsequent years are expected to have published (or have in-press) 2 units. All papers must be on the topic of the postdoctoral research and details of the papers must be submitted by the host to the PGS office by the end of each renewal year.

 

Duration: The fellowship is valid for 24 months from the month of arrival and may be extended with evidence of good progress.

 


Application details: Full CV (including publications), motivation letter (2-3 pages long), and proof of completion of doctorate. On the subject line write Sociology and Anthropology, applications to be sent to Mr. Mandilakhe Qelesile at MQelesile@ufh.ac.za  and copy Ms. Babalwa Solani at BSolani@ufh.ac.za

Send queries to Prof J Pieterse:  JPieterse@ufh.ac.za

 

NOTE:

  • Applications will be treated in order of arrival and with the highest degree of confidentiality.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing, preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.
  • The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment

 

Closing date: 30 April 2026

 

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP: DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS INNOVATIONS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

2026-04-13 - 2026-04-30

Fixed Term Contract

EC000790

Academic

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape

DEPARTMENT OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS


(On behalf of the Department of Business Innovations and Entrepreneurship)

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship 2026-2028 (24-month period)

Description: The Department of Business Innovations and Entrepreneurship wishes to appoint one Postdoctoral Research Fellow (PDRF) to focus on Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence and Multilingualism in Higher Education.  This fellowship supports a research programme focused on the development and evaluation of AI-enabled, multilingual, and inclusive learning environments in higher education. The project places particular emphasis on how artificial intelligence can be leveraged to support home-language learning, language accessibility, and equitable participation in digitally mediated teaching and learning contexts.

 

Requirements:

  • The successful candidate will preferably have a doctorate, completed in the last five years, in the following:
  • Information Systems
  • Educational Technology
  • Computer Science (with education or AI focus) .
  • If not yet in possession of a doctoral degree, they need to submit a written statement from the Registrar (or equivalent) at the issuing University confirming that they satisfactorily fulfilled the University’s requirements for a doctoral degree at the time of application for a postdoctoral research fellowship. Details of the qualification and expected date of graduation should be included in the statement.
  • The successful candidate may not be in the employment of UFH (including Time on Task) at the time of taking the postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may not be employed in any other institution/company during their postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may be of any age, gender or nationality (subject only to the visa regulations of the Department of Home Affairs)
  • Preference will be given to South African females.

 

Conditions:

  • By the end of their first year, the PDRF is expected to have submitted papers amounting to 2 units for review on the topic of their postdoctoral research which meets the following minimum requirements
  • PDRF extending into their second and subsequent years are expected to have published (or have in-press) 2 units. All papers must be on the topic of the postdoctoral research and details of the papers must be submitted by the host to the PGS office by the end of each renewal year.

 

Requirements for the Project:

  • Strong understanding of quantitative and/or qualitative research methods
  • Knowledge of or interest in AI in education, educational technology, or digital learning environments
  • Understanding of multilingual education, language diversity, or inclusive pedagogy
  • Competence in data analysis (e.g., SPSS, qualitative analysis tools, or learning analytics approaches)
  • Strong academic writing and publication track record or clear potential
  • Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary and diverse research contexts

 

Duration: The fellowship is valid for 24 months from the month of arrival and may be extended with evidence of good progress.

 


Application details:

  • Applicants should submit the following documents to Mr. Mandilakhe Qelesile (MQelesile@ufh.ac.za) and copy Ms. Babalwa Solani (BSolani@ufh.ac.za / postdoc@ufh.ac.za):
  • Motivation letter (1–2 pages outlining relevant expertise, experience, and research interests)
  • Full Curriculum Vitae, including a list of research publications
  • Certified copies of academic transcripts and doctoral degree certificate
  • Copy of ID document (or passport for international applicants)
  • Contact details of two academic referees who have taught/supervised/mentored the candidate.
  • On the subject line please write BUSINESS INNOVATIONS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
  • For project-related enquiries, please contact: Assoc Prof Roxanne Piderit (rpiderit@ufh.ac.za

 

NOTE:

  • Applications will be treated in order of arrival and with the highest degree of confidentiality.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing, preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.
  • The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.

 

Closing date: 30 April 2026.

 

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS: DEPARTMENT OF CENTRE FOR LEADERSHIP ETHICS IN AFRICA

2026-04-13 - 2026-04-30

Fixed Term Contract

EC000792

Academic

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape

DEPARTMENT OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS

(On behalf of the Department of Centre for Leadership Ethics in Africa)

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship 2026–2028 (24-month period)


Description: Centre for Leadership Ethics in Africa is making available funds to award a Postdoctoral bursary to conduct research at the University of Fort Hare. Preferred areas of research are Social and Political Theory; African Political and Moral Philosophy; Applied Ethics; Feminist Ethics; and Critical Theory. We may consider applications outside of these specified areas of research.

 

Requirements:

  • The successful candidate will have a doctorate, completed in the last five years, in Social and Political Theory; African Political and Moral Philosophy; Applied Ethics; Feminist Ethics; and Critical Theory. discipline at a higher education institution in South Africa or abroad.
  • If not yet in possession of a doctoral degree, they need to submit a written statement from the Registrar (or equivalent) at the issuing University confirming that they satisfactorily fulfilled the University’s requirements for a doctoral degree at the time of application for a postdoctoral research fellowship. Details of the qualification and expected date of graduation should be included in the statement.
  • The successful candidate may not be in the employment of UFH (including Time on Task) at the time of taking the postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may not be employed in any other institution/company during their postdoctoral fellowship.
  • The successful candidate may be of any age, gender or nationality (subject only to the visa regulations of the Department of Home Affairs)
  • Preference will be given to South African females.

 

Conditions:

  • By the end of their first year, the PDRF is expected to have submitted papers amounting to 2 units for review on the topic of their postdoctoral research which meets the following minimum requirements
  • PDRF extending into their second and subsequent years are expected to have published (or have in-press) 2 units. All papers must be on the topic of the postdoctoral research and details of the papers must be submitted by the host to the PGS office by the end of each renewal year.

 

Duration: The fellowship is valid for 24 months from the month of arrival and may be extended with evidence of good progress.


Application details: Full CV (including publications), motivation letter (2-3 pages long), and proof of completion of doctorate. On the subject line write Social and Political Theory, applications to be sent to Mr. Mandilakhe Qelesile at MQelesile@ufh.ac.za  and copy Ms. Babalwa Solani at BSolani@ufh.ac.za

Send queries to : Dr C Allsobrook :  CAllsobrook@ufh.ac.za

 

NOTE:

  • Applications will be treated in order of arrival and with the highest degree of confidentiality.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing, preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.
  • The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment. 

 

Closing date: 30 April 2026

 

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