Associate Professor/Professor at University of Cape Town

Requirements:

• A PhD in biochemistry/molecular biology
• A sustained track record of recognised research published in international journals
• A track record of oral presentations at international conferences
• Demonstrated ability to secure research funding from national and/or international grant agencies
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching biochemistry
• Extensive experience in curriculum development in biochemistry
• A track record of successful supervision of graduated MSc and PhD students
• Experience in academic leadership, administration and management

At Professor level:

• Evidence of international recognition of research
• Extensive track record of successful supervision of graduated MSc and PhD students
• Established network of international collaboration
• Sustained leadership experience at Faculty/University level

Responsibilities:

• Design and teach biochemistry content in the MCB undergraduate and Honours courses
• Oversight and development of the curriculum for the major in biochemistry
• Supervise Honours, Masters and Doctoral students
• Establish and maintain a productive research group and attract research funding
• Establish collegiate collaborations with departmental and/or faculty research groups
• Provide academic leadership in the department and Faculty/University