University Professor - Education Policy and Management

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary commensurate with rank

Medical aid and retirement provisions

Research and conference travel support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a distinguished University Professor in Education Policy and Management to join our Sandton faculty. The role focuses on leading advanced research, publishing scholarly work, and shaping academic leadership within the department.

You will teach and supervise graduate students, participate in university governance, and engage in policy dialogues, contributing to informed decision-making in educational systems and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in Education Policy, Public Administration, or closely related field.
• Outstanding record of research, publication, and academic leadership in education policy and management.
• Extensive experience in university teaching at the graduate level.
• Demonstrated ability to secure research funding and lead research teams.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills for engaging with academics, policymakers, and stakeholders in Sandton.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous, high-impact research in education policy, management, and leadership.
• Teach advanced graduate courses and seminars in education policy, leadership, and organizational management.
• Supervise doctoral students' research and dissertations in related areas.
• Contribute to strategic development and administration of the department and university.
• Engage in national and international policy dialogues and provide expert consultancy.

Skills

Research leadership

Scholarly publishing

Graduate teaching

Policy engagement

Education

Ph.D. in Education Policy or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a distinguished University Professor with expertise in Education Policy and Management to join their prestigious faculty in Sandton . This senior role involves conducting advanced research, publishing scholarly work, and contributing to the academic leadership of the department. You will teach and mentor graduate students, engage in university governance, and represent the institution in relevant policy discussions. This position is ideal for a leading academic committed to advancing the understanding and practice of education policy and administration, fostering informed decision-making in educational systems, and shaping future leaders in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous, high-impact research in education policy, management, and leadership, leading to significant publications.
• Teach advanced graduate courses and seminars in education policy, leadership, and organizational management.
• Supervise doctoral students' research and dissertations in related areas.
• Contribute to the strategic development and administration of the department and university.
• Engage in national and international policy dialogues and provide expert consultancy.

Requirements

• A terminal degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in Education Policy, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• An outstanding record of research, publication, and academic leadership in education policy and management.
• Extensive experience in university teaching at the graduate level.
• Demonstrated ability to secure research funding and lead research teams.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with academics, policymakers, and stakeholders in Sandton .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with academic rank and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement provisions.
• Support for research activities, including grants and conference travel.
• Opportunities for academic leadership and influence within the field.
• A stimulating and collaborative academic environment at a leading institution in Sandton .