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  • Posted: Jun 19, 2026
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • The University of Fort Hare is in the Eastern Cape and has 3 campuses in Alice (Main), East London and Bisho. It is an academic institution offering degrees - Bachelors, Honours, Masters and PhDs. It is famous for having many of Africa's academics, politicians and business people as its students.
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    Postdoctoral Research Fellowship: Computational Sciences

    Research Focus
    The successful candidate will contribute to research in one or more of the following areas:

    • Mathematical modelling of infectious diseases.
    • Multiscale modelling of host-pathogen interactions.
    • Within-host and between-host disease dynamics.
    • Numerical methods and scientific computing.
    • Data-driven infectious disease modelling.
    • Optimal control and intervention strategies.
    • Computational simulations and model validation.
    • Applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning in epidemiological modelling.

    Minimum Requirements
    Applicants must:

    • Hold a PhD in Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modelling, Biomathematics, Computational Mathematics, or a closely related field.
    • Have obtained their doctoral degree within the last five (5) years.
    • Demonstrate evidence of research productivity through at least three (3) research articles in DHET-accredited journals.
    • Demonstrate strong analytical, mathematical, computational, and scientific writing skills.
    • Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team.

    Preference will be given to:

    • South African citizens and permanent residents.
    • Female candidates.
    • Candidates whose research interests align closely with the research focus of the project.

    Expected Outputs
    The successful candidate will be expected to:

    • Conduct high-quality research in mathematical modelling of infectious diseases.
    • Develop and analyse multiscale mathematical models.
    • Perform numerical simulations and computational analyses.
    • Publish research outputs in DIET-accredited journals.
    • Present research findings at national and international conferences.
    • Participate in departmental and faculty research activities.
    • Assist in strengthening postgraduate research capacity within the Department. 

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    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to University of Fort Hare on webapp.placementpartner.com to apply

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