Job Description

Aqualab Scientific Leader in Department of Ichthyology and Fisheries Science (Part time 3-year contract - 10 hours per week at Professor level)

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.
The Department of ichthyology and Fisheries Science invites suitably qualified candidates to join their vibrant team.

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

The requirements
Professor:

• At least a PhD in Ichthyology, Fisheries Science, Aquaculture, or equivalent.
• Extensive teaching experience at the undergraduate and post graduate levels.
• Experience in teaching and research, at the undergraduate and post graduate levels in aquaculture, fisheries science and/or ichthyology, in fresh, brackish water and/or marine systems. Expertise that covers these fields broadly shall be preferential to a narrow or more specialised area of expertise.
• Supervision of Masters and PhD candidates to completion.
• International profile in discipline.
• Track record of research publication.
• Track record of administration, management, and leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).
• A track record of research grant acquisition.
• A track record in ecophysiology research is required.

Application process
It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.
Please examine the following documents:

The following documents are required:

• An application form which should be completed in full.
• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -

• Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
• Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation which tells us the following: -
• Your research trajectory.
• Your teaching approach and experience.
• The level you are applying for, your interest in the post and suitability in light of the requirements.

No hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.
Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application, can be addressed to Boitumelo Masokoameng at .
Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

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

Remuneration per annum:
Cost to Company Approximately (annual): R 300 000

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as temporary post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three-years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates. Please apply online by accessing the Rhodes University Website.
Rhodes University has a vaccination mandate as part of its Conditions of Service. The implementation of the vaccine mandate has been held in abeyance from 01 January 2023. Should the COVID-19 situation change in a way that the number of cases of COVID-19 pose a threat to the University, the implementation of the Vaccine Mandate will be re-activated and all staff would be required to be fully vaccinated.
Closing Date: 09 January 2024
If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's recruitment and selection policies.

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