Readvertisement: Associate Professor in information Systems

Rhodes University; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 936 000 - 1 204 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in South Africa is seeking an experienced Associate Professor to lead its Information Systems department. Responsibilities include academic leadership in teaching, research, and community engagement. Candidates should possess a PhD in Information Systems, substantial teaching experience, and a strong research profile. This permanent position offers competitive financial remuneration with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• PhD in Information Systems or equivalent preferred.
• Considerable teaching experience required at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Established national profile in the discipline is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership in teaching and learning.
• Engage in research and community engagement.
• Assume administrative and management duties.

Skills

Teaching experience in Information Systems

Research supervision

IT Governance knowledge

Artificial Intelligence knowledge

Digital Ethics knowledge

Digital Transformation knowledge

Systems Analysis and Design knowledge

Project Management knowledge

Education

PhD in Information Systems or equivalent

Job description

Readvertisement: Associate Professor (Grade AP)

Information Systems

The Department of Information Systems invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

The Department - Description of the Department

The Department is situated within the Faculty of Commerce, primarily servicing students reading for BBusSc, BCom and BSc (InfSys) degrees. The Department was first established at Rhodes University in 1980 as a sub‑department of the Department of Business Administration (now Management). Today, it is a flourishing, independent Department with a full undergraduate and post‑graduate programme.

Information Systems is a two‑year major that attracts numerous students intent on pursuing careers in either Information Systems or Accounting. All students are required to have completed a first‑year semester course in computing, offered by the Department of Computer Science, before registering for Information Systems.

The Department offers courses at the second, third and fourth (honours) year levels, as well as Masters and PhD degrees by thesis.

Main Objectives

All academics are responsible for disseminating knowledge (teaching and learning), creating knowledge (research) and community engagement, and recognising differences in executing these responsibilities within the various departments and Faculties. Academics are also expected to assume administrative, management, and/or leadership duties at the departmental, faculty, and/or university levels.

In addition, an Associate Professor is to provide academic leadership in the following areas: teaching and learning; research and community engagement, and contribute towards the institution’s governance.

The Requirements

• PhD in Information Systems or equivalent
• Professional experience in Information Systems or equivalent will be an advantage
• Considerable teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels is required
• Experience in teaching Information Systems, with the ability to teach in the following areas: IT Governance, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Ethics, and Digital Transformation, Systems Analysis and Design, and Project Management
• Research Supervision of Master’s and PhD degrees
• An established research group/area
• Established national profile and emerging national profile in the discipline
• Track record of administration, management and/or leadership roles

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile and further particulars for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

• 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 outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

Please note that no hand‑written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system. Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change)

• Short‑listing meeting scheduled for the TBC 2025.
• 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 (Grade AP)

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R936,120.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1,203,447.00

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent 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 does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 18 November 2025

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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.

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022 and Rhodes University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

Underpinning these values is the moral duty of accountability and courage: we acknowledge that we are answerable to each other, our Council and ultimately, the South African society for the decisions we make and the actions we take. We are committed to openness and transparency in our governance, our decision‑making and in the execution of our responsibilities and in demonstrating courage in confronting those who violate the values for which we stand.