Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer and Head Of The Division Of Haematological Pathology at Stellenbosch University

Duties/Pligte        

• Overall strategic leadership of the Division, giving expression to its vision of being a leader in promoting excellence in healthcare with reference to training, research and innovation in Haematological Pathology. ·         
• Fostering an inclusive and collegial environment that encourages a high level of performance, communication and teamwork. 
• Operational, human resources and financial management of the Division, including cost centre management, facilities and resources management, as well as information management
• Representing the Division within and external to the Faculty and the NHLS. 
• Service delivery in support of Haematological Pathology within the NHLS. 
• Contributing to the professional development of registrars through work-based assessments and participating in CMSA assessment processes. 
• Monitoring the quality-of-service delivery, teaching and training, and research. 
• Participating in and managing independent research within a project or team context.
• Performing and supervising research in priority areas, and contributing to identifying priority research areas aligned with national and global imperatives. ·         
• Contributing to the goals and functioning of the University and the NHLS. ·         
• Expanding and strengthening collaboration with health services, communities and other stakeholders.  

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• A relevant postgraduate qualification in Haematological Pathology. 
• Registration as a specialist with the HPCSA (with current proof of registration). 
• Expertise and experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, training and supervision. 
• Experience of successful postgraduate supervision (at least at Master's level). 
• Experience in service delivery within Haematological Pathology, or related and relevant fields. 
• Proven management and leadership experience in academic or related environments. ·
• Proven independent research experience with publications and related research outputs. 
• Understanding of the South African higher education environment.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• A doctorate or at an advanced stage of completing a doctorate (for appointment at Associate Professor level). 
• Successful PhD supervision. 
• Experience of interaction with service, teaching and/or professional bodies at national and international level. ·         
• Success in securing grants. Experience as a CMSA examine

Closing Date   25-Aug-2026