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UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE (UFS) VACANCIES
UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE (UFS)
LECTURER IN COMPUTER SCIENCE, INFORMATION SYSTEMS, SOFTWARE ENGINEERING AND/OR COMPUTER ENGINEERING SCIENCE: DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATICS (JOB ID 6235)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences -> Department Computer Science and Informatics
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Junior Management
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 10/9/2025
Description
This post was previously advertised as Job ID 6194. All applications received in response to the previous advertisements, will automatically be considered again. Previous applicants therefore do not need to reapply.
KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering and/or Computer Engineering Science.
• Supervise honours students and co-supervise master's students in Computer Science, Information Systems and/or Data Science.
• Perform research in at least one of the established research areas of the Department, namely Business Intelligence and Text Mining, Computer Science Education, Eye tracking Applications, Human-Computer Interaction and Extended Reality, and Digital Inclusion and Community Engagement in IT.
• Publish research outputs in accredited national peer-reviewed journals.
• Contribute to curriculum development in the department.
• Participate in community engagement activities.
Inherent Job Requirements:
• A PhD on NQF Level 10 in Computer Science/Data Science/Computer Engineering Science/Electrical Engineering with research focus on computer science/a closely related field (for a permanent appointment) or
• Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Computer Science/Data Science/Computer Engineering Science/ Electrical Engineering with research focus on computer science/a closely related field (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD on NQF Level 10 in Computer Science/Data Science/Computer Engineering Science/Electrical Engineering with research focus on computer science/a closely related field MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position).
• Experience in teaching undergraduate programming modules, specifically first-year C# programming, with exposure to engineering contexts.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record (attach a copy).
Recommendations:
• Specialisation in Computer Engineering Sciences, Software Development and/or Software Engineering.
Competencies
Key Competencies required:
• Results Orientated:
- The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations
• Strategic Thinking:
- The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
- The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
• Business Acumen:
- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Proficient in using MS Office.
• Leading:
- The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
• Building Coalitions:
- The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
Required Documents
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
• A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
• Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).
Assumption of duties: 01 January 2026
Closing date: 10 September 2025
Salary: The salary is available on request.
Fringe benefits: (Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.
Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact me at 051 401 9813 or email at PhokaR@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979/ 9810/ 9814/ 9848 for assistance.
General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: UFS EEA13 1 March 2025_28 Feb 2026
The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.
The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.
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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP 2025 (JOB ID: 6234)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Health Sciences -> School of Pathology
Contract Type Contract
Occupational Level Temporary
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 15/9/2025
Description
The University of the Free State (UFS) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for a postdoctoral fellowship in the School of Pathology, Division of Virology. Candidates interested in pursuing an academic or professional career in infectious disease research, or translational protein science, with a special focus on viral immunopathogenesis, antibody/protein engineering, and diagnostic development are encouraged to apply.
The fellowship will enable an outstanding doctoral graduate to obtain experience in research and innovation at a higher education institution under the mentorship of established researchers and in collaboration with international partners.
The fellowship is awarded on a competitive basis, taking into account the applicants’ academic achievements, publication outputs, and research potential, as well as the relevance of prior experience and expertise. The fellowship is available for a period of one year, renewable for up to three years subject to satisfactory performance.
Duties and responsibilities:
• Conduct innovative research in the following areas: protein design and expression, development and implementation of immunological and cell-based assays, experimental work in BSL-2 or BSL-3 environments, analysis of clinical and experimental data in infectious disease research, and in translational protein science and diagnostics.
• Author/co-author at least three (3) publication outputs per year in the form of DHET-accredited scholarly journal articles or book chapters. Renewal of the fellowship beyond the first year depends on satisfactory performance and the submission of an annual progress report.
• Initiate projects and actively seek external funding opportunities.
• Register and reside as a postdoctoral research fellow at the UFS and participate in relevant activities of the Centre for Graduate Support and the Directorate of Research.
• Contribute to the academic environment through mentorship of postgraduate students and participation in school’s activities.
Eligibility requirements:
• Open to all South African and foreign nationals for full-time research at the University of the Free State.
• Graduated with a PhD degree in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology/Immunology/ Virology/Microbiology or a closely related field within the last five years.
• Successful applicants may not hold full-time salaried employment during the fellowship.
• Successful applicants must be able to relocate to the UFS for the duration of the fellowship. This is a residential fellowship: the successful applicant is required to spend 80% of her/his postdoctoral period at the UFS.
Value of the fellowship:
• R 300 000 annual fellowship.
To apply, please email the following documentation by 15 September 2025 to Dr. Nigel Makoah, email: makoahna@ufs.ac.za
• Motivation letter, including a 1-2 page outline of relevant expertise and experience.
• Full CV including a list of research publications, conference papers and other scholarly output.
• Full transcripts of academic record and copy of doctoral degree certificate.
• Copy of ID document (or copy of passport in the case of foreign applicants).
• Contact details of two academic referees who have taught/supervised the candidate.
Closing date:15 September 2025.
Commencement of fellowship: As soon as possible.
For enquiries, please contact:
Dr N.A. Makoah
Office: +27 (0)51 401 2546
E-mail: makoahna@ufs.ac.za
General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at: EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf
The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.
The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.
How to apply to this job
To apply, please email the following documentation by 15 September 2025 to Dr. Nigel Makoah, email: makoahna@ufs.ac.za.
Additional Information
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HUMAN RESOURCES PROCESS ADMINISTRATOR (POST LEVEL 12) JOB ID: 6232
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: People & Operations -> Human Resources -> Benefits and Administration
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Semi-Skilled
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 8/9/2025
Description
KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
• A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
• Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).
Duties and responsibilities:
• Handle recruitment administration by making travel and accommodation arrangements for shortlisted candidates and arrange reimbursement and relocation of new staff.
• Handle administration regarding the appointment of staff.
• Capture details of staff on HR PeopleSoft system.
• Capture staff movement (appointment, promotion, retirement, resignation) on HR PeopleSoft system.
• Type correspondence and send to relevant staff members.
• Handle administration regarding medical aid scheme.
• Handle administration regarding study benefit scheme.
• Capture leave applications on HR PeopleSoft system and type leave letters when applicable.
• Handle termination of employment administration.
• Ensure data integrity and quality assurance of work done.
• Adhere to Human Resources policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Adhere to service level agreement with other sections of HR and with clients.
• Ensure that all documents are scanned on ImageNow.
• Develop and maintain constructive relationships with both internal and external clients.
• Handle enquiries and provide correct information to both internal and external clients.
• Responsible for administration duties linked to other HR processes.
• Perform additional duties when needed to achieve team objective.
Inherent requirements:
• A bachelor’s degree or a B. Tech degree on NQF Level 7 in the field of Human Resources or related discipline.
• A minimum of one (1) year of relevant working experience in HR administration.
Recommendations:
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft system.
• Honours degree on NQF Level 8 in the field of Human Resources.
Competencies
Required competencies:
• Results Orientated:
- The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
- The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• Strategic Thinking:
- The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
- The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
• Business Acumen:
- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Proficient in using MS Office.
• Leading:
- The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy, and enthusiasm.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
• Building Coalitions:
- The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
- The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
Assumption of duties: 1 November or as soon as possible thereafter.
Closing date: 8 September 2025
Salary: The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 388 426.59 – R 487 479.38 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.
Fringe benefits: (Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.
Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2979 or email JardineS@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2876/7659/9813 for assistance.
General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: EEA13-UFS EE Plan 1 March 2025_28 Feb 2026.pdf
The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.
The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.
Additional Information
6232
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LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT (JOB ID: 6231)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences -> Department Public Administration and Management
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Junior Management
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 21/9/2025
Description
KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
• A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
• Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).
Duties and responsibilities:
• Teach Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, and Public Administration modules to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Perform academic administration of undergraduate and postgraduate modules pertaining to learning, teaching, research and assessments.
• Contribute to curriculum development in the department and faculty.
• Provide supervision in postgraduate programmes to Honours, Master's or PhD students.
• Conduct high-quality research, publish in accredited journals, and deliver quality research outputs in line with the faculty's research strategy.
• Provide leadership in pursuit of the department and faculty’s strategic plan with regard to research, learning and teaching, engaged scholarship, as well as leadership and administration.
• Participate in additional academic activities including, but not limited to, presentation of research papers at national and/or international conferences as well as involvement in departmental/faculty research projects.
• Serve as a member of various academic and research committees and perform any other tasks allocated by the Dean and Head of the department.
• Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with relevant research, civil society, government, industry, and professional organisations.
Inherent requirements:
Lecturer
• A PhD on NQF Level 10 in Public Administration and Management (for a permanent appointment)
or
• Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Public Administration and Management (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD on NQF Level 10 in Public Administration and Management MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent appointment).
• Proven record of teaching Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, and Public Administration related modules at an undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record (attach a copy).
Senior Lecturer
• PhD on NQF Level 10 in Public Administration and Management.
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers/posters at national scholarly conferences.
• Proven record of teaching Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, and Public Administration related modules at an undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
• An NRF rating or demonstrated potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
• Proven experience in supervising to completion of honours and master’s degree students.
• A proven research record of relevant publication/s in peer reviewed national and international accredited scientific journals.
• Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher-education levels.
Associate Professor
• PhD on NQF Level 10 in Public Administration and Management.
• Experience as external examiner for postgraduate students.
• Proven record of teaching Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, and Public Administration related modules at an undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Proven experience in the presentation of research papers at national and international conferences, where there is evidence of peer review of papers.
• Acted as an editorial board member of high-quality national scholarly journals.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research leadership in a specific scientific area of scholarship.
• An NRF rating of C3 or equivalent status.
• Proven experience in the supervision of graduated master’s and doctoral degree students.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals
• Served as a member of a national scholarly society OR a national committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels OR showed evidence of service as an active member of an international equivalent.
Recommendations:
• Proven research record of relevant publications in national accredited journals.
• Member of a or registration at a professional body (applicable to Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor).
• Experience as a departmental leader/ manager in a higher education environment (applicable to Associate Professor).
• Sound knowledge of the South African Public Administration and Management environment.
• Sound knowledge of the South African public sector environment.
• Proven work experience in the South African public sector environment.
Competencies
Required competencies:
• Results Orientated:
- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
- The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
• Strategic Thinking:
- The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
- The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.
• Business Acumen:
- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Proficient in using MS Office.
• Leading:
- The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
• Building Coalitions:
- The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
Assumption of duties: 01 January 2026
Closing date: 21 September 2025
Salary: The salary is available on request.
Fringe benefits: (Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.
Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2558 or email ManzanaL@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9810 / 9813 / 2979 for assistance.
General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: UFS EEA13 1 March 2025_28 Feb 2026
The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.
The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.
Additional Information
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate professor (Job ID 6131)
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