UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE (UFS) POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP - SANRAL CHAIR IN SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION (2 POSITIONS) (1-YEAR CONTRACT, RENEWABLE UP TO 3 YEARS, SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE) (JOB ID: 6022) Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Education Contract Type Contract Occupational Level Junior Management Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 17/2/2025 Description The University of the Free State (UFS) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for a postdoctoral fellowship in the Faculty of Education within the SANRAL CHAIR in Science, Mathematics and Technology Education. Applicants interested in pursuing research in one of the following niche areas in science and/or mathematics education: teaching and teacher change; teacher identities; instructional or curriculum leadership; curriculum reform and/or implementation, are strongly encouraged to apply. The fellowship will enable an outstanding doctoral graduate to obtain experience in research, innovation, and community service at a higher education institution under the mentorship of established researchers within the Chair. The fellowship is awarded on a competitive basis, taking into account the applicant's academic achievements, research 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: teaching and teacher change in science or mathematics education; science or mathematics teacher identities; instructional leadership for science or mathematics education; and curriculum implementation studies in science or mathematics education. • Co-author at least three (3) publication outputs per year in the form of DHET– accredited scholarly journal articles or books/chapters in books. • Initiate research projects and seek funding for them. • The renewal of the fellowship beyond the first year depends on satisfactory performance and the submission of an annual progress report. • Provide limited supervision and/or co-supervision at Honours, master’s and/or Doctoral level, where appropriate. • Register and reside as a postdoctoral research fellow at the UFS in Bloemfontein. • Participate in relevant activities of the SANRAL CHAIR, Faculty of Education, Centre for Graduate Support and the Directorate for Research Development. • The successful candidate will be required to conduct innovative research and obtain evidence-based empirical data on current developments in science and mathematics education within the South African context and internationally. Eligibility Criteria: • Open to all South African and foreign nationals for full-time research at the University of the Free State. • Graduated with a relevant PhD degree, with a focus on Science or Mathematics Education and/or Instructional Leadership, within the last five years. • Successful candidates must remember that the fellowship will terminate once your PhD degree reaches the fifth (5th) year of graduation. • 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 at least 80% of her/his postdoctoral period at the UFS Bloemfontein Campus. Value of the fellowship: • R 240,000 annual fellowship. • R 30,000 additional research expenses fund. Competencies Application: To apply, please email the following documentation by 17 February 2025 to: [email protected] • Motivation letter detailing postdoctoral research agenda including a 1–2-page outline of relevant expertise and experience. • Full CV including a list of research publications, conference papers and other scholarly outputs. • Full transcripts of academic records 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: 17 February 2025 Commencement of fellowship: 01 April 2025 or soon thereafter. For enquiries, please contact: Prof Loyiso C Jita: Email: [email protected] 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 Please email the following documentation by 17 February 2025 to: [email protected] Additional Information SANRAL CHAIR in Science, Mathematics and Technology Education Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (2 positions) (1-year contract, renewable up to 3 years, subject to satisfactory performance) (Job ID: 6022) OFFICE MANAGER (POST LEVEL 11) JOB ID: 6021 Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Vice-Rector: Operations -> Protection Services Contract Type Permanent Occupational Level Semi-Skilled Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 7/2/2025 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. Duties and responsibilities: • Manage the diary. • Consolidate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. • Vet queries and complaints directed to the office of the Senior Director and direct them to the relevant sections. • Proofread all submissions going out of the department, such as to governance structures of the university for example the University Management Committee, Rectorate, etc. • Coordinate travel and accommodation arrangements for the Senior Director and his deputies. • Stand in as a Finance Administrator when needed, performing all associated tasks, including procuring goods and services. • Generate task lists for reporting lines from meetings and follow up on tasks to be performed. • Coordinate committee meetings, preparing and circulating agendas and other support documents needed for the meetings. • Render secretarial services during meetings chaired by the Senior Director, such as taking minutes and ensuring timely circulation to members, following up with members on feedback for future meetings. • Coordinate logistics for planned meetings, including venues and required support infrastructure. • Supervise cleaners, Front Desk, and interns. • Ensure the availability of training plans for the department. • Liaise with the Training and Development section of HR on behalf of the department. • Communicate available training to staff in the department timeously. • Keep updated records of all training attended by members of the department. Inherent requirements: • Bachelor’s degree or an advanced diploma/BTech degree/postgraduate certificate on NQF Level 7 in Office Management/Office Administration/Public Management/Public Administration. • Minimum of two (2) years’ relevant working experience relating to the duties and responsibilities. Recommendations: • A valid South African driver’s license (attach a copy). • Exposure to a safety and security environment. • Experience within the higher-education environment. • Knowledge of university systems, policies, and procedures. • Post Graduate Diploma or Honours on NQF Level 8 in any of the inherent requirement qualifications. • Advanced computer literacy. 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 fulfill obligations. • Strategic thinking. - The ability to deal with several activities at a time. - The ability to plan work and to follow plans. • 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: 1 April 2025 Closing date: 7 February 2025 Salary: The annual remuneration package, including benefits, is R 447 323.31 – R 562 750.48 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. 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 Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED! • A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. • Copies of qualifications or proof of qualifications obtained (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications). • A copy of your identity document (SA ID or passport for foreign nationals). • Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if required). • A copy of your driver’s license (if required). • Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants). Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2979 or email [email protected] or [email protected]. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9810/ 9813/ 9814 for assistance. APPLY FOR THIS JOB
INTERN: TECHNOLOGY IN TEACHING AND LEARNING (ASSESSMENTS) (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: 1 YEAR): BLENDED LEARNING INNOVATION SUPPORT AND SERVICES (JOB ID: 6020) Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Vice-Rector: Academic -> Centre for Teaching and Learning Contract Type Contract Occupational Level Temporary Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 5/2/2025 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. Duties and responsibilities: • Assist in the development of e-assessment activities, including the development of assessment question banks and scheduling of e-assessments on official UFS online assessment platforms. • Assist in the development of training material for objective assessments. • Provide support on the preparation, implementation and evaluation of student and academic staff training. • Provide assistance in the collection and analysis of data and report writing. • Provide student and academic staff support in the use of the UFS online assessment platform. Inherent Job Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree or a B-Tech degree on NQF Level 7. Recommendations: • Postgraduate qualification. • Previous experience as a Student Assistant/Tutor/EduTech Buddy/Teaching Assistant. • Experience on an LMS/Assessment system. Competencies The following criteria apply to the selection of candidates: • The applicant should not currently be participating in an existing learnership/internship programme. • The applicant should not have any previous formal work experience. • The applicant must be willing to sign a learnership/internship agreement with UFS. • The applicant must be available for the period of 1 year to participate in the learnership/internship Key Competencies Required: • Results oriented. - 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 focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner. - The ability to plan work and to follow plans. • 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 interact with others and establish personal connections with people. - The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration, and working with close supervision. Required Documents Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. • A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. • Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications). • A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals). Assumption of duties: 01 March 2025. Closing date: 05 February 2025. Salary: The stipend is R9 100.50 per month. Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 9813 or email [email protected]. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9814/ 9810/ 2979/ 7659/ 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 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. APPLY FOR THIS JOB INTERN (IN OFFICE ADMINISTRATION/OFFICE MANAGEMENT) (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: 6 MONTHS) (JOB ID: 6019) Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Humanities -> Department English Contract Type Contract Occupational Level Unskilled Location QwaQwa Campus - QwaQwa, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 2/2/2025 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. Duties and responsibilities: • Manage the diary of the subject head (Qwaqwa Campus), which includes setting up meetings with the relevant departments, committees and/or external stakeholders. • Deal with general administration, including typing and dispatching faxes, emails, correspondence, reports, and schedules. • Provide assistance to other staff in the department as and when required, taking messages and making phone calls. • Obtain and appraise quotes, and process orders for all office requirements. • Purchase assets for the entire department, keep a record of all purchases and ensure that there are sufficient funds before purchasing items. • Book venues for events. • Process invoices and other payments relating to purchases, renewal subscriptions, subsistence and travel, etc. • Liaise with the finance department to transfer funds to the required allocation code. • Upload marks. • Deal with student marks inquiries. Inherent requirements: • Bachelor’s degree on NQF Level 7 in Office Administration/Office Management. Recommendations: • Experience as a tutor, marker or student assistant. • Knowledge of Blackboard and Oracle PeopleSoft. • Good time management and organisational skills. The following criteria apply to the selection of candidates: • The applicant should not currently be participating in an existing learnership/internship programme. • The applicant should not have any previous formal work experience. • The applicant must be willing to sign a learnership/internship agreement with UFS. Competencies Key competencies Required: • Results oriented: - 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 sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others. - The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people. Requested documents Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. • A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. • Copies of qualifications and academic records (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications). • A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals). Assumption of duties: 01 March 2025 or as soon as possible. Closing date: 02 February 2025 Salary: The salary is R9 100.50 per month. Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 9810 or email [email protected] or [email protected]. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9814 / 9813 / 7659 / 2979 / 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 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. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Additional Information Job ID 6019_Intern_6 months_Department of English_Qwaqwa Campus_UFS APPLY FOR THIS JOB POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP (IN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPLIED SCIENCES) (1-YEAR CONTRACT, RENEWABLE UP TO 5 YEARS, SUBJECT TO CERTAIN CONDITIONS) (JOB ID: 6018) Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Vice-Rector: Research and Internationalisation -> South African Doping Control Laboratory Contract Type Contract Occupational Level Junior Management Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 28/2/2025 Description The University of the Free State (UFS) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for a postdoctoral fellowship in the South African Doping Control Laboratory (SADoCoL). We encourage candidates interested in pursuing an academic or professional career in interdisciplinary applied sciences, with special research interest in c (both GC- and LC-) and other biological analysis, i.e. immunology and gel electrophoresis. The fellowship will enable an outstanding doctoral graduate to obtain experience of research and innovation at a higher education institution within an internationally accredited laboratory. The fellowship is awarded on a competitive basis, taking into account the applicant's 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 five years, depending on the date of PhD completion. The renewal of the fellowship beyond the first year depends on satisfactory performance and the submission of an annual progress report. Duties and responsibilities: • Conduct innovative research in the following areas: o Developing cost-effective testing methods for prohibited, illegal and unknown substances. o Improving existing analytical testing methods and developing new methods for prohibited substances ranging from small to large (peptides) molecules in urine, serum, plasma and dried blood spots. o Metabolism, longitudinal excretion patterns and identification of metabolites of known, designer, potential prohibited and illegal substances. • Initiate projects and seek funding for them. • Provide scientific support and direction to the interdisciplinary analytical groups in the laboratory. • Register and reside as postdoctoral research fellow at the UFS and participate in relevant activities of the School of Postgraduate Studies and the Directorate of Research Development. Eligibility Criteria: • 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 a relevant discipline (bioanalytical/analytical/organic chemistry, forensic chemistry/toxicology, biochemistry, or equivalent) within the last five years. • Experience with complex systems’ analysis and dealing with data collection, curation, and interpretation. • Proficiency in written and spoken English. • Strong background with a high-level of computer literacy and academic writing skills is imperative. • 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 Bloemfontein Campus of UFS. Competencies Application: To apply, please email the following documentation by 28 February 2025 to Mr. Hanno du Preez at [email protected] • Motivation letter, including a 1- to 2-page outline of relevant expertise and experience; and of the research project proposed for the fellowship. • Full CV including a list of research publications, conference papers, and other scholarly outputs. • Certified copies of full transcripts of academic records and doctoral degree certificate. • A SAQA Certificate for qualifications obtained outside South Africa. • Certified 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. Value of the fellowship: • R270 000 annual fellowship. • R30 000 additional research expenses fund. Closing date: 28 February 2025 Commencement of fellowship: 01 May 2025 For enquiries, please contact: SADoCoL Director, Mr Hanno du Preez at [email protected], University of the Free State 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. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. How to apply to this job To apply, please email the following documentation by 28 February 2025 to Mr. Hanno du Preez at [email protected] Additional Information Job ID 6018_Postdoctoral Fellow_SADOCOL_Bloemfontein
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