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Research Professor (Associated or Full Professor Level) (P001377)
Job summary
A South African university in Potchefstroom is looking for a Research Professor specializing in Pentecostal Studies. The candidate will engage in research outputs, supervise postgraduate students, and teach at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. A PhD and at least five years of relevant teaching experience are required. The position offers a permanent appointment with competitive remuneration.
Qualifications
- A minimum of five years' teaching experience at tertiary level.
- A record of completed supervision of postgraduate students.
- Ability to engage in research outputs meeting academic standards.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for research outputs in the Pentecostal paradigm.
- Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
- Supervision of postgraduate students.
Skills
Education
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
NWU
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) | FACULTY OF THEOLOGY POSITION NUMBER: P001377 VACANCY: RESEARCH PROFESSOR (ASSOCIATED OR FULL PROFESSOR LEVEL) PEROMNES GRADE: A6/A5 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT This is a re-advert and the applicants who applied previously, need not apply.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The successful applicant will mainly be responsible for research outputs in the Pentecostal paradigm. Additional responsibilities will include post-graduate supervision and teaching related to the Pentecostal paradigm.
- Teaching and Learning (undergraduate and postgraduate)
- Research and Innovation
- Social responsiveness / Community Engagement
- Administration and Management
- Occupational Safety and Health
- A PhD (NQF level 10) in Pentecostal Studies.
- A valid membership with relevant scholarly / academic society.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ teaching experience in a tertiary context on an associate or full professor level.
- A record of consistent research outputs in line with associate or full professor level.
- A proven record of completed supervision of post graduate students on masters and doctoral level.
- An NRF rating is a strong recommendation.
- Contributions to current subject knowledge on national and international levels.
- Able to function as part of a faculty team.
- Manage academic administration related to the position effectively.
- Appropriate IT knowledge and skills and ongoing development of skills.
- Ability to contribute to good relations among staff members in the faculty.
- Ability to build a good rapport with the students and act as an inspirational role model and mentor for students and colleagues.
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
Enquiries regarding job content may be directed to: Prof. Amanda Du Plessis on 018 299 1600
Enquiries regarding recruitment process may be directed to: Ms. Rouzen Slambert on 018 285 2861
CLOSING DATE: 10 November 2025
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 January 2026
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
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