Jobs at Stellenbosch University

Duties:

• Providing administrative and secretarial support for the academic and clinical personnel involved with the undergraduate clinical training programme of the Physiotherapy Division. The post entails a wide variety of functions relating to organising, coordinating and monitoring, including, but are not limited to:
• Providing administrative support to clinical coordinators/clinical programme chairperson of the Division.
• Providing administrative support to students, clinical supervisors/clinicians which form part of the Division's clinical training.
• Managing students¿ clinical marks on the University's central system (e.g. SUNStudent; FMHSLearn Gradebook).
• Convening and providing administrative support (compiling agenda, minute taking) of the Clinical Services and Social Impact divisional committee.
• Divisional liaising with Stellenbosch University Logistics for the Clinical Training Platform (SUNLOC).
• Arranging and providing administrative support of module meetings.
• Making travel and accommodation arrangements for external examiners.
• Organising of and providing administrative support for official clinical workshops and social functions.
• Providing administrative support for the drafting of timetables, clinical rosters, tests, and manuals for undergraduate students.
• Responsible for capturing and quality assuring clinical training information on Placement Plus.
• Filing documents (leave of absence, absenteeism, clinical hours) and managing the undergraduate clinical programme records archive.
• Updating administration and learning material on SUNLearn.
• Stocktaking, ordering and distribution of PPE to all students and clinical supervisors in the Division.

Requirements:

• Suitable post-matric secretarial or administrative qualification.
• A minimum of one year of secretarial and/or administrative experience;
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Evidence of good interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.
• Evidence of organisational skills, including but not limited to the ability to prioritise work and work independently, accuracy in task completion, attention to detail, and the ability to show initiative.

Recommendations:

• Project management qualification or relevant experience.
• Knowledge and experience of the University's central systems (e.g., SUNStudent, Placement Plus, FMHSLearn; Sharepoint).

Closing Date: 01-Aug-2026

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The Opportunity

• We are seeking a specialist radiologist to join our multidisciplinary team. This unique position combines research image analysis, clinical reporting, and academic collaboration in a 
• state-of-the-art PET-CT and radiopharmacy research facility. The incumbent will play a pivotal role in advancing medical imaging research while contributing to clinical service delivery.

What We Offer

• Minimal overtime requirements - no after-hours call commitment.
• A rewarding balance of research and clinical work within a leading academic institution and affiliation with SU's FMHS.
• Located at TBH in Cape Town, the position offers an exceptional quality of life -- with the Western Cape's world-renowned natural environment, vibrant cultural scene, and international connectivity all on your doorstep.
• Collaboration with national and international research networks.
• The opportunity to shape imaging protocols for emerging research questions.
• Multidisciplinary teamwork with radiology and nuclear medicine specialists, researchers, and clinicians.
• Professional development opportunities in research imaging and advanced modalities.

Duties/Pligte
Clinical Interpretation and Reporting

• Clinical interpretation of PET-CT (majority) and SPECT-CT studies in collaboration with nuclear physicians.
• Clinical interpretation of other medical imaging studies (CT, MRI, US, x-ray, mammography).
• Attending multidisciplinary team meetings to present CAF/NII studies.
• To the extent that capacity allows, contributing towards the clinical service of TBH's Divisions of Radiodiagnosis and Nuclear Medicine, including reporting.

Research Imaging Analysis

• Research analysis and reporting of medical imaging studies for research clients, including extraction of quantitative imaging parameters, reporting according to research protocols, and completion of clinical research forms (training provided).
• Applying standardised response assessment systems (e.g. RECIST) to clinical trial imaging.
• Refining existing CAF/NII imaging protocols and workflows, including development of new protocols, to maximise sustainability and research impact of the Unit.
• Contributing to planning of medical imaging services provided by CAF/NII to such an extent that the research interests of the national research community are best served and can function cost-effectively and sustainably.

Patient Care and Clinical Supervision

• On-site clinical supervision and management of patients and research participants on the day of their studies, which may include assistance with difficult IV access, prescription of medications, interviewing patients, and limited in person clinical patient care.
• Upholding patient and participant privacy in compliance with POPIA and GCP requirements.

Strategic, Operational, and Quality Assurance

• Using and limited management of the NII PACS-RIS platforms.
• Contributing to management of the NII as a member of the Unit management team.
• Contributing to the close and effective operational relationship between CAF/NII and TBH.
• Collaborating with clinicians and researchers, including management of relationships and communication with clients of the Unit.
• Reporting directly to the NII Director.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes 

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a medical specialist in radiology.
• Active HPCSA registration as an independent practitioner (specialist): radiology.
• Meticulous attention to detail in image interpretation and quantitative measurement extraction.
• Experience in interpretation of medical imaging across multiple modalities (CT, MRI, US, x-ray, mammography).
• Strong clinical judgement and attention to diagnostic detail.
• Experience in the clinical use of PACS-RIS systems.
• Verbal and written fluency in English.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate towards joint solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary environment and maintain a supportive, team-oriented approach.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Experience in interpretation of PET-CT images.
• Advanced segmentation experience: manual, semi-automated, or AI-assisted segmentation techniques for tumour delineation and volumetric analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in quantitative image analysis, including ROI/VOI-based measurements, and extraction of quantitative metrics from multimodality medical images.
• Experience in standardised response assessment systems, including RECIST.
• Relevant research experience as evidenced by publications in accredited journals that were a direct result of the applicant's own work.
• Additional qualifications and/or certifications applicable to the operations of a clinical and research PET-CT facility.
• Fellowships in a radiological subspecialty area (e.g. PET-CT, thoracic, body imaging).
• Experience in grant writing and research funding applications.

Closing Date: 14-Aug-2026

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Duties/Pligte

• Leading innovative research in quantitative wood anatomy and wood chemistry, focusing on xylogenesis and wood formation processes in Eucalyptus.
• Publishing research results in internationally recognised, peer-reviewed journals and presenting the results at national and international conferences.
• Recruiting and supervising postgraduate students at MSc and PhD levels.
• Attracting third-stream funding through grant applications and collaborations. 
• Developing and strengthening regional, national and international research networks and collaborations with academic institutions and the forestry industry.
• Participating in academically relevant activities as required by the Chair/ Department or Faculty.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• PhD in a relevant field, including Natural Science or a bioscience such as Plant Physiology, Microbiology or Molecular Biology, with a strong focus on plant or tree performance, ecophysiology, plant anatomy and/or plant-environment interactions.
• Demonstrated experience, together with evidence of specialised training, in quantitative wood anatomy (QWA), and advanced techniques relevant to plant anatomy research, particularly confocal Raman microscopy, fluorescence microscopy and quantitative image analysis.
• A minimum of five years' postdoctoral and/or relevant professional experience within forestry, plant physiology or related research environments.
• Proven experience in establishing, coordinating and managing large-scale field and nursery trials, including sensor-based monitoring systems, dataloggers and ecophysiological instrumentation.
• Experience in supervising and mentoring postgraduate students and providing practical instruction at undergraduate level.
• Proven track record of preparing research outputs, peer-reviewed publications, technical reports and funding reports for research stakeholders and funders.
• Demonstrated experience in securing external research funding, grants, collaborative training opportunities and/or industry-supported research initiatives.
• Evidence of collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and the development of national and international research partnerships. 

Recommendation/Aanbeveling

• Experience in the quantification plant growth hormones and sound knowledge of how these impact wood formation and growth.
• Familiarity with institutional and research administration systems such as STEMLearn, SUNFin, SUNStudent, TeraTerm or equivalent systems will be advantageous.
• Membership of recognised professional or scientific societies relevant to forestry, wood anatomy, plant sciences or microscopy.
• The ability to communicate effectively in both English and Afrikaans will be advantageous. 
• Experience in project administration, budgeting, procurement and financial tracking linked to externally funded research projects.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, technical staff, academic colleagues, industry partners and international collaborators.

Closing Date10-Jul-2026

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Purpose of the position

• Ensuring accurate and effective project activities and providing supervisory, clinical and administrative support to the study team and study clinician.

Duties/Pligte

• Screening and recruiting eligible participants according to study protocol.
• Conducting informed consent procedures in accordance with ethical and regulatory requirements.
• Performing clinical assessments as per the study protocol.
• Collecting sputum, blood and other study samples, and organising for transport of samples to relevant laboratories.
• Administering research questionnaires and collecting study data.
• Ensuring adherence to study protocols and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
• Maintaining accurate and complete study documentation.
• Supporting participant follow-up and retention activities.
• Performing quality control on all study documents and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Tracing participants by means of home and clinic visits and telephonic contact.
• General administration, stock and inventory of project supplies.
• Conducting telephonic study visits and retention calls.
• Performing all duties within the context of the mission, vision and values statement of Stellenbosch University.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• Registered Professional Nursing qualification.
• Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Protection certification.
• Current valid professional registration with the relevant regulatory body (SANC).
• At least three years' phlebotomy/sample collection experience in children/adolescents.
• Three years' experience working in the research environment or in health care facilities.
• Previous clinical research experience working with lung health in adolescents.
• Excellent computer literacy with sound knowledge of email, MS Word, and MS Teams.
• Willingness to travel between health facilities independently to conduct recruiting activities.
• The ability to speak English and, additionally, either isiXhosa OR Afrikaans.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours when needed.
• Administration skills and an organised, motivated approach to work.
• A valid driver's licence, and driving experience in various communities in the Cape Metropole.
• Excellent phlebotomy and sample collection skills.
• Recruitment skills.
• The ability to work within a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Highly organised.

Closing Date: 29-Jun-2026

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Duties/Pligte        

• Transporting staff and students from the peripheral areas on campus to central campus daily as per schedule.
• Completing daily trip records and relevant administrative tasks.
• Ensuring full compliance with traffic laws, University policies and safety procedures.
• Maintaining vehicle safety, cleanliness and roadworthiness, including routine inspections and reporting of defects.
• Enforcing passenger safety and responding appropriately to emergencies/incidents.
• Acting as a key link between drivers and management, ensuring effective communication.
• Coordinating driver schedules, leave and route coverage to ensure uninterrupted service.
• Assisting with performance feedback, meetings and operational improvements.
• Handling passenger queries and concerns appropriately and escalating where necessary.
• Promoting a positive and safe shuttle environment.
• Assisting with ad hoc/operational tasks (e.g. vehicle transport, parking office support, and basic office duties where required).

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• Matric Certificate.
• Proven three years' experience as a professional vehicle driver.
• A valid driver's licence and professional driving permit (PDP).
• Strong interpersonal and the ability to effectively handle confict.
• The ability to work within a team, communicate effectively and apply sound problem-solving skills.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Supervisory experience or equivelant would be advantageous

Closing Date: 02-Jul-2026

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Duties/Pligte
The primary duty of this member is the proactive patrolling on foot and motorcycle.

The following duties are also required of the member:

• Proactively identifying, investigating, following up and keeping record of high risk circumstances that can jeopardise the safety of Stellenbosch University (SU) property and community.
• Relieving duties in the Operational Centre for alarm and camera monitoring.
• Acting as the enquiry and reference point for SU during patrols on campus.
• Providing timeous reaction for standby duty where emergency services are deployed on campus.
• Assisting clients during fire-drills at residences and academic buildings.
• Interacting positively with campus community members on a daily basis and assisting members in identifying potential safety and/or criminal problems.
• Providing excellent customer related services to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Responding to, and managing all emergencies and disasters on campus.
• Providing escort services for visitors, students, staff, and faculty, as necessary, and providing other public assistance, such as lockout services, jump-starts, and routine information.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12).
• Valid Grade B registration with PSIRA and PSIRA Event registered.
• Must be client oriented.
• Have strong human relations skills with the ability to interact positively with a diverse university population.
• Excellent verbal communication skills in at least English and Afrikaans.
• Contactable work related references.
• Clear criminal record.
• Good physical and mental health.
• Willingness to work shifts.
• Willingness to provide extra services, such as working overtime, as required from time to time.
• Must have the physical ability to make an arrest when necessary.
• Own transport to and from work.
• Be team orientated.
• Have the ability to function on foot patrol in inclement weather conditions for extended periods of time.
• Have the ability to work outdoors in inclement weather for extended periods of time.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling

• A valide Code EB driver's licence.
• Motorcycle licence;
• Computer literacy;
• Skilled in the use of MS Outlook.

Closing Date: 02-Jul-2026

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Duties/Pligte

• Working closely with the neonatal research doctors and other investigators on the studies.
• Identifying, screening, obtaining consent and enrolling eligible participants for the neonatal infection studies.
• Preparing and administering intravenous trial antibiotics to babies.
• Collecting, recording and capturing study data and medical information according to study guidelines.
• Following up enrolled patients until hospital discharge and/or contacting them telephonically following hospital discharge.
• Organising and curating study records and data.
• Providing weekly updates on new study recruits and follow-up statistics.
• Assisting with reporting of adverse events to HREC and SAHPRA.
• General research administration.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• Professional Nurse with a degree/diploma in nursing.
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
• At least two years' experience in neonatology and administering intravenous antibiotics to neonates (essential).
• Experience with the administration of intravenous antibiotics to neonates in the past five years.
• The ability to place intravenous cannulae in neonates.
• Willingness to work on a shift schedule (specifically nightshifts), including weekends as needed.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good administrative skills and experience.
• An interest and/or experience in clinical research;
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new research and data management skills.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• GCP certificate.
• Basic life support (BLS) certificate.
• The ability to communicate in isiXhosa and/or Afrikaans.
• Clinical research experience.

Closing Date: 22-Jun-2026

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Duties/Pligte
Corporate and Public-Sector Fundraising

• Building, growing, and managing a portfolio of corporate and public-sector prospects and donors.
• Identifying new funding opportunities aligned with SU's Vision 2040 priorities and campaign themes.
• Developing and implementing cultivation strategies that move prospects through the full relationship cycle: cultivation - solicitation - stewardship.
• Securing corporate philanthropic gifts, sponsorships, and multi-year funding commitments.
• Translating academic research, innovation, and student success initiatives into fundable corporate and foundation-aligned proposals.
• Aligning funding propositions with CSI mandates, foundation interests, BBBEE, skills development, and research collaboration opportunities.
• Contributing directly to agreed annual income targets and pipeline growth benchmarks.

Campaign Pipeline and Portfolio Performance Management

• Developing and managing a measurable fundraising pipeline, including pipeline value tracking and conversion management.
• Being accountable for portfolio performance, including:
• Number of meaningful engagements/visits with prospects and donors.
• Progression of prospects through defined relationship stages.
• Conversion rates from engagement to proposal to secured funding.
• Achievement of annual income targets (within agreed ranges).
• Maintaining accurate and strategic use of CRM data to support forecasting, reporting, and campaign planning.
• Contributing to institutional campaign-readiness through disciplined prospect tracking and reporting.
• Internal Collaboration and Cross-Stream Income Alignment
• Collaborating closely with academic faculties, research centres, finance, legal,and institutional leadership to identify fundable priorities.
• Working in partnership with cross-stream income units, including Innovus, Stellenbosch University International (SUI), and the Division for Research Development (DRD), to maximise aligned corporate engagement opportunities.
• Coordinating institutional approaches to corporates where multiple income streams intersect (philanthropy, research collaboration, innovation, international partnerships).
• Contributing to coherent institutional positioning in the corporate sector.

Proposal Development and Stewardship

• Jointly developing compelling, tailored funding proposals and concept notes.
• Preparing budgets and supporting documentation aligned with donor requirements.
• Ensuring high-quality stewardship, reporting, and impact communication to corporate donors.
• Supporting the strengthening of long-term institutional partnerships beyond transactional funding.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• A relevant NQF 7 level qualification (e.g. business administration, marketing, communications, or related field).
• At least seven years' relevant experience in corporate fundraising, corporate relations, business development, or institutional advancement.
• Demonstrated track record of contributing to or securing corporate funding.
• Strong understanding of the South African corporate landscape, including CSI, foundations, BBBEE, and skills development frameworks.
• Exposure to campaign fundraising or capital campaign readiness processes.
• Established corporate or foundation network.
• The ability to build a portfolio from prospect identification to secured funding.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to translate complex academic initiatives into compelling funding propositions.
• Persuasive writing and presentation skills.
• Results-driven, with the ability to work towards and meet defined income* targets.
• Organised, disciplined, and comfortable managing a measurable pipeline.
• Professional, resilient, and has the ability to operate within a performance-driven environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling

• Experience within a university advancement environment.

Closing Date: 29-Jun-2026