Recruitment Vacancies at Rhodes University

Main Objectives

• To provide an administrative and secretarial service for the department, which includes the staff of the department, the customers/students of the department and other individuals/groups requiring the services/products of the department. In addition, to also provide effective and efficient financial control and reporting for the department in accordance with basic accounting guidelines, the University policies and procedures.

The Requirements

• Grade 12 plus approximately 4 years’ relevant experience where such experience includes: -
• Previous financial management experience within a computerized environment using Excel, where consolidating accounts and investigating and reconciling multiple accounts was a key responsibility.
• Previous administrative experience in a computerized environment, where setting up and maintaining filing and administrative systems were key responsibilities.
• Previous secretarial and administrative experience within a computerized environment.
• Candidates who are certified bookkeepers (i.e., they belong to a professional body) will be at a distinct advantage.

Application Process

• It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
• Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
• Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements. 
• Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.

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The Requirements

• Candidates are required to hold a PhD in Microbiology or a related discipline, with teaching and research experience in Environmental Microbiology or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates specializing in Mycology.

In addition, the following requirements are applicable for the level of appointment:

Senior Lecturer

• Teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels required.
• Research supervision of at least Masters’ degrees required.
• Emerging national profile in discipline.
• Track record of research publication.
• Proven track record of administration, management, and leadership roles in teaching, assessment, curriculum development, research and community engagement.

Associate Professor

• Considerable teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Research supervision of at least Masters’ degrees required.
• National and emerging international profile in discipline.
• Track record of research publication.
• Proven track record of administration, management, and leadership roles in teaching, assessment, curriculum development, research and community engagement.

Professor

• Extensive teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Research supervision of Masters and PhD degrees required.
• International profile in discipline.
• Track record of research publication.
• Proven track record of administration, management, and leadership roles in teaching, assessment, curriculum development, research and community engagement.
• For additional requirements, please refer to the educational requirements and experience in the academic role profile below.

Application Process

• It is essential that prospective candidates read the role profile and further particulars document for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications (including academic transcripts) which should include the following: -
• Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
• Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A substantial motivation which tells us:
• Your research trajectory.
• Your teaching approach and experience.
• The level you are applying for, your interest in the post and suitability in light of the requirements, particularly leadership experience in the discipline.
• Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.