Early-Career Ecologist: Terrestrial Ecology & Research

NMU; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Mandela University in Gqeberha seeks an emerging ecologist for a four-year fixed-term appointment to support teaching in undergraduate ecology and to build an independent research profile in terrestrial ecology.

The role includes supervising student research, publishing in peer‑reviewed journals and engaging with the SARChI Chair in Thicket Ecosystem Services for Climate and Community to advance research and career development.

Qualifications

• PhD in Ecology, Botany or Zoology with terrestrial ecology relevance.
• Experience in undergraduate teaching across ecology fields.
• Peer‑reviewed publications and field-based research experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate ecology courses and contribute to general/terrestrial ecology modules.
• Develop an active research program and publish in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
• Engage in mentoring with senior academics and contribute to research funding proposals.
• Collaborate with conservation, government or industry partners as appropriate.

Skills

Ecological theory

Teaching in ecology

Research design

Data analysis

Scientific communication

Mentorship

Education

PhD in Ecology, Botany or Zoology

Terrestrial ecology focus

Job description

Nelson Mandela University in Gqeberha seeks an emerging ecologist for a four-year fixed-term appointment to support teaching in undergraduate ecology and to build an independent research profile in terrestrial ecology.

The role includes supervising student research, publishing in peer‑reviewed journals and engaging with the SARChI Chair in Thicket Ecosystem Services for Climate and Community to advance research and career development.