Jobs at at Rhodes University

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. 

The Department of Statistics invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team. 

The Requirements 

• At least a Masters in Mathematical Statistical Sciences or Mathematics (Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence), but not in Operations Research / Applied Statistics / Demography / Decision Science / Analytics / Applied Mathematics. If Masters in Mathematics, at least an Honours degree in Mathematical Statistics is required. The Department of Statistics teaches mathematical statistics with emphasis on the development of the statistical theory and the subsequent application thereof and not necessarily the application of statistics.

As per nGAP requirements, a minimum average of 70% pass mark is required for the Master’s degree.

• Tutoring, facilitation or conference presentation experience required
• Ability to teach in one or more of the following disciplinary areas of Mathematical Statistics at undergraduate and postgraduate levels: Distribution theory; Multivariate Analysis; Generalized Linear Models; Classification/Statistical Learning; Bayesian Statistics; Financial Statistics; Stochastic Processes; Time Series Analysis; Bootstrap; Linear Algebra; Calculus.
• Some administrative experience albeit in informal contexts e.g., student or sports clubs, work experiences.

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Main Objectives

• To provide a high-level, efficient, and effective project, organisational and administrative support while handling multiple demands from functional area specialists in the Legal Unit as is necessary in order to support the effective execution of their mandates and the vision of the Legal Unit. 

The Requirements
A relevant Bachelor's Degree or equivalent plus approximately 4 years' relevant experience where such experience includes: - 

• Previous administrative experience in a computerised administrative environment at a senior level.
• Previous administrative experience where planning, coordinating, and executing administrative processes and projects was a key responsibility and where the job required a high degree of multi-tasking.
• Previous experience in managing projects or events that required involvement of others and multiple processes.
• Previous experience in assisting with the planning, coordination and executing of projects.
• Previous experience in handling high-level and/or potentially sensitive queries from stakeholders, for example, staff, students, and members of the public.
• Previous experience as a legal secretary would be an advantage.