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Qualifications:

• The successful candidate must have an LLM degree or a relevant Masters level qualification, be an admitted practising legal practitioner, with a track record as a competent practitioner and at least ten years post admission experience. A PhD Degree in law and leadership experience will be an added advantage.

Duties include, inter alia:

• Provide strategic and organisational leadership;
• Develop and maintain the capacity and profile of the Clinic both locally and internationally;
• Provide leadership in and support for research in the Clinic; including clinical legal education research;
• Convene, deliver and lecture the final year LLB course, Practical Legal Studies, through which the School of Law’s commitment to  social justice must be advanced;
• Take leadership in the design and delivery of clinical legal education in the School of Law;
• Supervise students’ client files;
•  Be involved in the hiring, training and supervision of candidate legal practitioners;
• Participate in professional development of the Clinic staff, to ensure professional growth;
• Be responsible for the administrative and financial operational management of the Clinic, including all operations and staffing matters;
• Fundraising.

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Requirements: 

• Candidates should hold a PhD in media and communication studies or a related discipline. Candidates who have submitted their PhD thesis and are awaiting examination are eligible to apply.
• The candidate must also have an appropriate publication record and have expert knowledge in one or more of the fields related to media/journalism culture and practice, mixed methods- qualitative and quantitative- in media research, postcolonial media, consumer culture, gender studies, queer theory, and popular culture in Africa. Teaching experience is essential, while experience of supervision and of curriculum and teaching innovation is desirable. 

Responsibilities: 

• The successful candidate will be required to offer wide-ranging teaching across all years of study;  to supervise postgraduate students at Honours and MA level, with PhD students being added in time; to be research active in areas related to the discipline;
• to carry out administrative duties for the department; to contribute to the successful implementation of the Wits Media Studies Intellectual Commons (WMS-IC)- which is a strategic initiative by the department towards high quality research productivity, quality teaching and learning, science engagement, and active academic citizenship in SLLM and the Humanities Faculty as  part of the intellectual and public life of the university.
• Applications are especially welcome from candidates with a demonstrable capacity to participate in curriculum transformation activities at departmental, school and faculty level. 

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Qualifications and Experience of Candidates:

Appointment criteria are specified in Faculty’s criteria of appointment which can be made available on request

For Associate Professor rank applicants:

• Must be holders, of a PhD in a built environment or business management qualification with experience lecturing in fields such as; Project Management & and Property Studies/Real estate
• Should ideally be registered members of international or local professional bodies such as RICS, CIOB, SACPCMP, and/or SACQSP
• Should be able to demonstrate evidence of excellence in teaching, course development and academic administration planning and development (e.g. 5s to completion)Should be able to demonstrate substantial evidence of post graduate supervision to completion at doctoral level and below (e.g. 5 or more MSc by research only and 2 or more+ PhDs to completion)
• Should have a track record of successful publication locally and internationally evidenced through citations and metrics such as Scopus or Web of Science (e.g. 500 or more citations and 15 or more  journal equivalents)
• Should be able to demonstrate leadership of local and/or international collaborations
• Have a track record of attracting internal and external funding
• NRF rating required for colleagues practicing in South Africa
• Should be able to demonstrate evidence of substantial service and academic citizenship (e.g. invitations as keynote speaker, external examiner of PhDs, leading roles in international collaboration projects, fellowship of key voluntary associations and evidence of service to school, faculty and university)

For Professorial rank applicants:

• Must be holders, of a PhD in a built environment or business management qualification with experience lecturing in fields such as; Project Management & and Property Studies/Real estate
• Should ideally be registered members of international or local professional bodies such as RICS, CIOB, SACPCMP, and/or SACQSP
• Should be able to demonstrate evidence of excellence in teaching, course development and academic administration planning and development with evidence of scholarship in teaching and learning
• Should be able to demonstrate extensive experience of post graduate supervision to completion at doctoral level and below (e.g. 10 or more  MSc by research only and 3 or more  PhDs to completion)
• Should have an extensive and sustained track record of successful publication locally and internationally evidenced through citations and metrics such as Scopus or Web of Science (e.g. 1000 or more  citations and 30 or more  journal equivalents)
• Should be able to demonstrate leadership of local and/or international collaborations
• Have a track record of attracting internal and external funding
• A high NRF rating is required for colleagues practicing in South Africa
• Should be able to demonstrate evidence of substantial service and academic citizenship locally and internationally (e.g. invitations as keynote speaker, external examiner of PhDs, leading roles in international collaboration projects, fellowship of key voluntary associations and evidence of service to school, faculty and university)

For both Associate Professors and Professors, the following duties will be required:  

• To provide best practice-informed teaching to undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education students.
• To supervise industry and postgraduate research particularly in a cross disciplinary environment.
• To use the insights from reflective practice in teaching and supervision to actively pursue a scholarship of teaching and learning.
• To conduct research of national and international significance and publish consistently in leading international journals.
• To write research grant proposals and secure external research funding.
• To design and implement new programmes and manage existing programmes.
• To participate in academic administration including committees at the School and Faculty level.
• To provide leadership in the school in all areas and mentor colleagues and students.
• To develop and sustain relationships with students, alumni and industry stakeholders.
• To work effectively with key stakeholders to help achieve the strategic vision and priorities of the School and the industry especially in the areas of skills development, professionalism and the demographic transformation of the professions within the built environment.
• To represent the School on multiple platforms and use his/her accomplishments to reinforce the brand of the School and the university.

Closing date: 30 May 2026

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The successful candidate will be:

• Responsible for teaching Organic Chemistry at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Expected to actively lead and participate in research and supervise postgraduate students
• Expected to actively pursue research funding opportunities
• Expected to undertake administrative duties and participate in Faculty and University committees
• Expected to engage in community outreach and social responsiveness projects

Closing Date: 30  May 2026

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Key responsibilities include the following:

• Provide information search services (information retrieval in all formats) to Library clients in support of the academic project
• Issue, return and renew information resources
• Identify opportunities to promote awareness of information resources
• Deliver basic search results to requestors, determine information needs and make referrals where appropriate
• Maintain library client records
• Educate clients on infrastructure and technology innovations and promote self-sufficiency in information access
• Provide access to information resources and assist with less complex queries
• Create and promote awareness of library resources and services
• Maintain relationships with clients engaging with the Library in person, telephonically or via electronic platforms (e-mail, social media, Ask-A-Librarian, LibAnswers, chatbot)
• Process monthly claims for student assistants
• Perform any other functions within the scope of the position as requested by the Library Management Team 

 Requirements:

• B.Bibl or B.Inf degree OR a Bachelor’s degree plus a Postgraduate Diploma in Library and Information Science, with at least three (3) years’ relevant experience in an academic or research library
• An Honours degree in Library and Information Science, with at least three (3) years’ relevant experience in an academic or research library

Closing Date: 08 May 2026

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QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• An LLB or BProc degree
• A demonstrated commitment to human rights and social justice
• A strong interest in researchGood oral and written communication skills 
• Proficiency in multiple official South African languages will be an advantage
• Proficiency in MS Office

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drafting pleadings and legal opinions, and participating in strategic litigation
• Conducting research and assisting in the drafting of research reports
• Conducting training and workshops
• Providing input into comments on policies and legislation
• Liaising with clients, affected communities, counsel, and partnersRepresenting CALS in civil society forums

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Responsibilities will include:

• Establishing or growing an independent research programme in the field of expertise.
• Publishing high-quality research outputs and disseminating findings nationally and internationally.
• Applying for external grant funding to build a sustainable programme.
• Supervising postgraduate students and contributing to the development of junior researchers.
• Building productive collaborations within the Faculty and externally.
• Contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching (maximum 15% effort where applicable).
• Participating in academic assessment and appropriate Faculty activities.
• Supporting translation of research into policy, practice, innovation and societal benefit.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must:

• Hold a PhD, or for Clinician Scientists, demonstrate an equivalent doctoral-level record of scholarly achievement.
• Hold a specialist degree in a relevant clinical discipline where applicable. A sub-specialist qualification will be advantageous.
• Meet the criteria for appointment at Senior Lecturer / Researcher level based on Faculty staffing and promotion criteria.
• Demonstrate clear potential and trajectory for promotion to Reader / Associate Professor level within three years.
• Have a strong and growing record of publications, grantsmanship potential, and postgraduate supervision or co-supervision.
• Demonstrate evidence of emerging national or international recognition in their field.
• Be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa if South African based. Non-South Africans may apply but may be exempt from patient service requirements.

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Priorities areas include:

• Cardiology with special focus on Hypertension and Cardiovascular Prevention.
• Endocrinology with a special focus on Obesity and Diabetes.
• Immunology, with a focus on cellular immunity in relation to infectious diseases or more broadly.
• Lung disease: including focus on childhood and/or adult acute or chronic respiratory diseases.
• Oncology, preferably with a focus on nexus of Cancer and Infectious Diseases.
• Maternal and Child Health including focus on addressing stillbirths and premature labour.
• Infectious Diseases: including focus on antimicrobial resistance and hospital acquired infections; emerging infections and pandemic threats.
• In addition, applicants who are involved in research, excluding HIV and TB, on other health-care priorities in South Africa will be considered.
• The focus of the Position is to strengthen leadership in clinical research and teaching (undergraduate and post-graduate level).

Responsibilities will include:

• Provide strategic leadership in the relevant discipline within the Faculty.
• Build and lead a high-performing multidisciplinary research team.
• Mentor emerging clinician scientists and mid-career academics.
• Develop national and international partnerships that elevate the Faculty’s standing.
• Contribute to Faculty research strategy, innovation and institutional priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must

• Hold a specialist degree in a relevant clinical discipline. A sub-specialist qualification will be advantageous.
• Hold a PhD or demonstrate an equivalent record of doctoral-level scholarly achievement.
• Meet the criteria for appointment at Associate Professor or Professor level based on Faculty staffing and promotion criteria.
• Preference will be given to candidates already eligible for appointment at Professor level.
• Have an established track record of high-quality publications, successful grant funding, postgraduate supervision and academic leadership.
• Demonstrate strong international standing in their field, including evidence of collaborations, invited contributions, leadership roles, guideline or policy influence, or equivalent recognition.
• Be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa if South African based. Non-South Africans may apply but may be exempt from patient service requirements.

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Requirements

Associate Researcher

• A Master’s degree in Atmospheric Science, Climate Science, Statistics, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience with statistical or machine learning methods for environmental or geospatial data.
• Strong Python programming and data analysis skills
• Experience working with meteorological or climate datasets will be advantageous.
• Interest in pursuing doctoral-level research in climate or weather prediction.

Researcher

• A PhD in Atmospheric Science, Climate Science, Statistics, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a closely related field.
• Evidence of a strong research track record, including peer-reviewed publications in accredited journals.
• Experience with numerical weather prediction, seasonal forecasting, or data-driven weather prediction methods.
• Experience working with meteorological datasets, reanalysis data, or climate model outputs.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research and collaborate internationally.

Senior Researcher 

• A PhD in Atmospheric Science, Climate Science, Statistics, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of postdoctoral or equivalent research experience.
• A strong international publication record in areas related to weather prediction, climate modelling, or machine learning.
• Demonstrated ability to lead research projects and attract research funding.
• Experience supervising postgraduate students and early-career researchers.
• Established local or international research collaborations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct original scientific research on AI-driven weather prediction and seasonal forecasting systems for Africa.
• Investigate methods to improve the skill of numerical weather prediction and seasonal climate prediction systems using statistical and machine learning techniques.
• Develop and apply forecast verification frameworks to evaluate the performance of weather and climate models.
• Analyse meteorological datasets including reanalysis products, satellite observations, and station observations.
• Publish research findings in internationally accredited scientific journals and present results at scientific conferences.
• Contribute to the development of research proposals and collaborative research programmes.
• Supervise or co-supervise postgraduate students working on related research topics.
• Collaborate with African National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) and international research partners.
• Contribute to capacity-building activities, including workshops and training initiatives.
• Senior Researchers will additionally be expected to:
• Provide scientific leadership within the research programme.
• Lead research proposals and project components.
• Mentor junior researchers and postgraduate students

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The incumbent will be expected to:

• Carrying out research, including designing surveys, field work both within and outside of South Africa, data cleaning, data entry and analysis.
• Writing of research reports, policy briefs, and collaborating with CLEAR-AA staff for production of policy briefs, working papers and publication of research.
• Organising training events, workshops, and assisting with the logistics for learning events.
• Administrative support, correspondence and reporting as well as writing proposals.
• Engagement with social media to raise the profile of CLEAR AA, including Twitter and blogging;
• Publish research article in peer-reviewed channels.

Requirements:

• Masters degree in development studies, public and development management, Monitoring and Evaluation or related field of study. PhD qualification is an added advantage.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in qualitative research including familiarity with current software packages such as NVIVO or Atlas TI and carrying out evidence synthesis
• In-depth knowledge of African public sector evaluation capacity development.
• Experience in the field of adult education or general training.
• Ability to be a team player and comfort in working in a collaborative environment
• Strong, results-oriented research and analytical skills and ability to find innovative solutions to real world problems
• Excellent writing skills, including the ability to clearly analyse and explain a complex topic verbally and in writing
• Attention to detail and knowledge of academic protocols and standards
• Innovative and strategic thinking ability
• Strong work ethic and high standards for achievement
• Published at least three peer-reviewed academic articles.

Closing date: 15 May 2026

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Duties:

• As a fellow, the candidate will be responsible for clinical management of patients with obstetric and gynaecological problems and subspecialist responsibilities (diagnosing fetal anomalies, managing maternal medical complications, performing specialized fetal procedures (e.g., amniocentesis, cerclage), and providing prenatal, antenatal and postnatal genetic counseling and care optimization)
• Daily ward round with registrars, medical officers, and interns Afterhours and weekend calls for general Obstetrics & Gynaecology Supervising registrars in clinics and the wards Attending various combined multidisciplinary meetings (MDT) M&M and Academic meeting participation
• Teaching undergraduate (GEMP) students (bedside teaching and other tutorials) and involvement in student assessments. Administration duties as determined by the Department/ hospital. Participate in all divisional, departmental and faculty meetings to facilitate effective teaching and research as well as to enhance continuing professional development.
• Maintain quality assurance standards and other departmental policies. Participate in maternal and fetal medicine research.

        
Closing date: 15 May 2026

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Main responsibilities

1. Teach and supervise GEMP 2 students in clinical settings.
2. Support student integration, coordination and orientation at clinical training sites.
3. Contribute to monitoring, feedback and educational quality improvement across sites.
4. Liaison between the Unit for Undergraduate Medical Education (UUME) and the faculty on the clinical platform.

Minimum requirements

1. Current registration with the HPCSA as a doctor.
2. MBBCH or relevant degree

Advantageous

1. Experience in undergraduate clinical teaching or supervision
2. Experience in workplace-based learning, distributed clinical training, or curriculum implementation

Closing date: 17 May 2026

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Qualifications and Experience

• A master’s degree, preferably in higher education or a cognate disciplinary field.
• Evidence of completing the Academic Advising Professional Development (AAPD) short learning programme offered by the UFS would be an advantage.
• Experience working as an academic advisor in the South African public higher education sector for at least two years.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the student lifecycle within South African public higher education contexts.
• Proven ability to develop proactive student initiatives and interventions

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Academic Advising Duties
• Monitoring, Evaluation, and Data
• Engagement and Interaction
• Research
• Administrative Duties

Closing Date :  22 May 2026

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The successful applicant will also be expected to:

• Actively participate in research
• Teach both undergraduate and postgraduate courses 
• Supervise Postgraduate research 
• Participate actively in the running of the School through administration and academic citizenship activities.

Minimum Requirements

• A PhD in Economics/ Finance/ Econometrics/ or a closely related discipline
• Coursework Masters degree in one of the above fields
• Demonstrated teaching experience in quantitative/environmental economics, financial modelling, or/and coding for finance using R
• Evidence of peer-reviewed research publications in Q1/Q2 journals
• Experience in postgraduate supervision (or readiness to supervise as indicated through publications)

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Minimum Requirements

• PhD in Fine Art or a closely related field (mandatory for Senior Lecturer level).
• Demonstrated teaching excellence and curriculum development experience in Fine Arts or related field.
• A substantial research or creative practice profile, including peer-reviewed publications and/or exhibitions of national/international significance.
• Proven postgraduate supervision experience (Honours, Master’s, and PhD).
• Evidence of at least 3 years of academic leadership and management experience, with readiness to assume a senior leadership role in the department.
• Expertise in areas relevant to contemporary art practices, research and discourses, particularly within African and global contexts.
• Applicants with professional and teaching experience in art practices, including painting, print making, sculpture, drawing, photography, video, digital media/new media, performance art or curatorial practice are encouraged to apply.

 Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Provide academic leadership within the Fine Arts Department and WSOA 
• Teach and coordinate courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Supervise postgraduate students (Honours, MA, PhD).
• Contribute to curriculum development and transformation initiatives.
• Maintain an active research and creative practice profile.
• Manage and develop the studio programme to professional standards.
• Engage in fundraising and partnership development for the Division.
• Participate in department and school committees and contribute to the broader intellectual life of Wits.

Closing Date : 8 May 2026

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Requirements to apply for this position:

• MBChB or master’s degree in the relevant field
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of SA
• Teaching and research experience in a Surgical Speciality
• Minimum 4 years post community service (or equivalent) clinical experience in a Surgical Department
• Sound knowledge and experience of South African Health Services and Surgery
• Understanding of Adult Education and Examination Practices
• Interest in Skill training and Teaching Involvement
• Recommended skills/ qualifications or experience that would be an advantage in your application
• Specialisation in Surgery or equivalent experience
• Postgraduate qualifications in medical/health professions education
• Strong interest in technology-enabled learning
• Strong collaboration skills
• Ability to network
• Experience in drafting of in-person and online training materials
• Willingness to administrate and set relevant questions

Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities of the successful applicant will be:

• Training of the Wits undergraduate medical students and postgraduates in clinical, procedural and communication-related competence, with a focus on bedside teaching, in and out-patient consultation and small group classroom tutorials
• Liaison with joint appointees and other trainers to partner in the training of students on the management of surgical patients in primary and emergency first-contact care settings
• Monitoring the resources and training at the relevant sites on behalf of Wits SOCM, with early identification of challenges.
• Liaison with academic and clinical leadership in Surgery, both centrally and on the extended clinical training platform
• Involvement in assessment processes of students' clinical, procedural and communication-related competence.
• Identification of vulnerable students and facilitation of psychosocial support.
• Involvement in research and publication
• Oversight of mentoring programs for students.

Additional Duties

• Liaison with other clinical educators to support their training of students in partnership with site-based clinicians
• Engagement with academic/clinical leadership at facilities on the extended clinical training platform, who are responsible for the governance of staff and students within their respective settings. 
• Involvement in activities of the FHS clinical skills unit and clinical simulation unit to align the quality of learning centrally and peripherally
• Liaison with the university IT-project management team on matters concerning the IT-related environment (connectivity, data, coverage, devices) on the extended clinical training platform on behalf of Surgery and Wits SOCM, with early identification of challenges.