Research Professor

Durban University of Technology; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Durban seeks a Research Professor to enhance research capabilities and meet global health priorities. The candidate must have a PhD, significant research credentials, and experience mentoring postgraduate students. Responsibilities include leading impactful research and fostering academic collaborations. Applications close on 11 August 2025.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated national and international recognition in a research area within Global Health.
• Excellent and sustained record of independent research publications.
• Proven supervision of postgraduate students at both Masters and Doctoral levels.
• Track record of securing significant external research funding.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to high-impact research aligned with DUT's strategic priorities.
• Strengthen international research collaborations and networks.
• Attract and mentor postgraduate students and early-career researchers.
• Support the development of a vibrant research culture within the Faculty.

Skills

Machine Learning

AI

Classroom Experience

Research Experience

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Leadership Experience

Mentoring

Research Laboratory Experience

Education

PhD in a relevant discipline within Health Sciences

Job description

Overview

The Durban University of Technology (DUT) invites applications for the position of Research Professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences. This is a strategic academic appointment intended to strengthen DUT's research profile and advance knowledge production aligned with global health priorities.

Minimum Requirements

• A PhD in a relevant discipline within Health Sciences.
• Full Professor academic rank.
• Demonstrated national and international recognition in a research area within Global Health or a similar field.
• An excellent and sustained record of independent research publications in peer-reviewed high-impact SAPSE / ISI-accredited journals aligned to the discipline and academic rank.
• Proven and ongoing supervision of postgraduate students at both Masters and Doctoral levels.
• A track record of securing significant external research funding aligned with the scope and level of a Research Professor.
• Demonstrated leadership in research project management including mentorship and coaching of emerging researchers.

Expectations

The successful candidate will be expected to :

• Lead and contribute to high-impact research aligned with DUT's strategic priorities in Health Sciences.
• Strengthen international research collaborations and networks.
• Attract and mentor postgraduate students and early-career researchers.
• Support the development of a vibrant research culture within the Faculty.
• Facilitate the generation of impactful research outputs and external funding.

Application details

Send your application to: emailprotected

Closing date: 11 August 2025

Instructions to candidates: Please complete an official application for employment form obtainable from our website. Apply with a detailed cover letter, CV and certified qualifications.

• Communication will be entered into with shortlisted candidates.
• Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered.

Required Experience & Key Skills

• Key Skills: Machine Learning, AI, Classroom Experience, Pharmacy Residency, Research Experience, Teaching, Higher Education Teaching, Curriculum Development, Leadership Experience, Program Development, Mentoring, Research Laboratory Experience

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Contract
• Experience: years
• Vacancy: 1