Senior Researcher / Associate Professor, Literary Studies

Rhodes University; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 783 000 - 937 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African university is seeking a Senior Researcher or Associate Professor to join their Institute for the Study of the English of Africa. The successful candidate will focus on academic leadership in teaching, research, and community engagement while contributing to the administration of the faculty. Candidates must hold a PhD in Literary Studies with relevant teaching and research experience. The role offers competitive remuneration and a chance to make an impact in the academic community.

Qualifications

• At least 2-5 years of teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Evidence of doctoral research supervision required.
• National profile in Literary Studies preferred with peer-reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teaching experience

Research supervision

Publication record

Administration and management

Leadership

Education

PhD in Literary Studies in English/English Literature Education

Job description

A leading South African university is seeking a Senior Researcher or Associate Professor to join their Institute for the Study of the English of Africa. The successful candidate will focus on academic leadership in teaching, research, and community engagement while contributing to the administration of the faculty. Candidates must hold a PhD in Literary Studies with relevant teaching and research experience. The role offers competitive remuneration and a chance to make an impact in the academic community.