Professor/ Associate Professor (X1): Fuel Cell Energy (Ref.CSET/JM/2026/PAP-ICES-FCE-4/New) at University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika

Post specific requirements for Professor:

• Doctorate in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Candidates must have a proven track record in the field of Electrochemistry, Electrochemical Energy
• Material Design and Application in the field of Fuel Cell Conversion and Devices.
• Experience in Fuel Cell Device Integration and Assembly.
• Minimum of 5 years of academic teaching/work/relevant experience.
• Proven research profile and consistent publication record in journal articles, peer-reviewed conference proceedings, book chapters or books in line with the Unisa Research and Innovation Policy.
• A proven record of supervision of postgraduate students (Masters and Doctoral) to completion.
• Involvement in Engaged Scholarship or Community Engagement.
• A proven record of mentoring junior staff.
• Ability to attract external funding and collaboration with other researchers, both nationally and internationally.

Recommendations:

• Professional Registration with a relevant professional body (e.g. SACNASP and ECSA).
• Participation in Departmental, Research Institute, School, College and University committees, including workplace committees.
• NRF rating or eligibility to apply for rating.
• Involvement in industry-based research projects.

Post specific requirements for Associate Professor:

• Doctorate in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Candidates must have a proven track record in the field of Electrochemistry, Electrochemical Energy
• Material Design and Application in the field of Fuel Cell Conversion and Devices.
• Experience in Fuel Cell Device Integration and Assembly.
• Minimum of 4 years of academic teaching/work/relevant experience.
• Proven research profile and consistent publication record in journal articles, peer-reviewed conference proceedings, book chapters or books in line with the Unisa Research and Innovation Policy.
• A proven record of supervision of postgraduate students (Masters or Doctoral) to completion.
• Involvement in Engaged Scholarship or Community Engagement.
• Ability to attract external funding. 

Recommendations:

• Professional Registration with a relevant professional body (e.g. SACNASP and ECSA).
• Participation in Departmental, Research Institute, School, College and University committees, including workplace committees.
• NRF rating or eligibility to apply for rating.
• Involvement in industry-based research projects.