Job Description

The Department of Political Studies at the University of the Witwatersrand is looking to appoint one (1) new member of academic staff at the level of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer.

This is permanent position at the rank of either Lecturer or Senior Lecturer (1 position). The Department particularly encourages applications from scholars who have knowledge of, and are prepared to teach in, the Politics of Development and/or Comparative Politics.

The successful candidate will be expected to be able to immediately integrate into the Department's lifeworld through teaching large and diverse classes in all years of study, cooperating with colleagues in advancing the objectives of the Department, and contributing actively to the intellectual and administrative life of the Department and University. Candidates at both Lecturer and Senior Lecturer levels should possess a PhD. Candidates with experience with university teaching, supervision of post-graduate students, an established publication record will have a strong advantage at both levels. Candidates with an established track record of academic administration and fundraising will have an advantage at the Senior Lecturer level.

The Department is committed to making appointments that will contribute to demographic representativeness amongst academic staff, so we are particularly keen to attract candidates who are currently under-represented in the department.

Remuneration:

A competitive salary with excellent benefits will be offered dependent on qualifications and experience.

Enquiries

ONLY- Prof Julian Brown, Head of Department. Email: julian.brown@wits.ac.za

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To apply, submit a letter of motivation - clearly indicating which position you are applying for, detailed CV and the names and contact details of three referees (incl. e-mail addresses).

Internal employees are invited to apply directly on Oracle by following the path: iWits /Self Service application/

External applicants are invited to apply, by registering a profile on the Wits i-recruitment platform located at https://irec.wits.ac.za and submitting your application.

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Closing Date : 22 December 2025

Please note that only applications via the website will be considered for shortlisting.

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The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.

Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.





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