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  • Posted: Jun 4, 2026
    Deadline: Jun 28, 2026
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  • UCT is one of the leading higher education institutions on the African continent and has a tradition of academic excellence that is respected worldwide. Situated on spectacular Devil’s Peak, it is Africa’s oldest and foremost university. Three worldwide rankings have placed UCT among the world’s top 200 institutions, the only African university to have...
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    Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor

    Requirements for the position:

    Senior Lecturer

    • A PhD in quantitative finance, financial mathematics, financial risk management, or a closely related quantitative discipline.
    • At least 3 years of teaching experience.
    • Evidence of experience in supervising research.
    • Strong quantitative and analytical skills relevant to the study of financial markets and risk management.
    • Evidence of active research, including publications in peer-reviewed journals.
    • A record of presenting research findings at conferences.

    Associate Professor

    In addition to the above, candidates appointed at Associate Professor level would be required to have:

    • An established research record with publications in leading peer-reviewed journals.
    • Indication of international research standing and visibility.
    • Evidence of current Master’s and PhD supervision.
    • Teaching experience at postgraduate level.
    • Experience in academic leadership, administration and management.

    The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate some or all the following

    • The ability to contribute to curriculum development and delivery in postgraduate programmes.
    • The ability to develop and sustain a research programme in areas aligned with the Institute’s focus.
    • Experience in collaborative research, in particular with financial sector partners.
    • Knowledge of emerging developments in financial markets, quantitative finance, and risk management.
    • A commitment to innovative and effective teaching practices.
    • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.

    Remuneration

    • Salaries are based on the University of Cape Town’s standard Cost of Employment (COE) structure for academic staff. Academic staff in AIFMRM receive a 20% Scarcity Allowance above the standard COE.

    Closing date:   26 June 2026

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    Interested and qualified? Go to University of Cape Town on jobs.uct.ac.za to apply

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