Job Description

Rhodes University
Makhanda, Eastern Cape
Contract
Posted

16 April 2025

- Closing Date

05 May 2025

Division

0513 - Zoology and Entomology

Minimum experience

Not Applicable

Company primary industry

Higher Education

Job functional area

Education

Contract term

3.5 years

Salary

R783 243 - R1 465 125 per annum

PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/SENIOR LECTURER (3.5 YEAR CONTRACT)

THE DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY AND ENTOMOLOGY

The Department of Zoology and Entomology invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

The Department

The Department of Zoology and Entomology was established in 1905 and is a leading African academic institution with strengths in Marine Biology, African Vertebrate Biology and Entomology. The department comprises 9 academics and numerous research officers and associates, and it hosts a SARChI Chair in Applied Agricultural Entomology and the Centre for Biological Control. The department has a long and prestigious history in graduating postgraduate students and producing high quality research publications, and the academic staff enjoy considerable international recognition for their research.

The Requirements

Senior Lecturer:

At least a PhD in Entomology or related field with a strong focus on Entomology Teaching experience in Entomology at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels is required. Experience in teaching topics related to general entomology, ecophysiology, insect diversity, insect form and function, apiculture, forensic entomology, parasitology, medical veterinary entomology, conservation, pest management and entomological bio-control. Experience in research in general or applied entomological topics. Research supervision of at least Masters' degrees required to completion. Emerging national profile in the discipline. Track record of research publication and evidence of attracting funding Track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).

Associate Professor:

At least a PhD in Entomology or related field with a strong focus on Entomology Considerable teaching experience in Entomology at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Experience in teaching topics related to general entomology, ecophysiology, insect diversity, insect form and function, apiculture, forensic entomology, parasitology, medical veterinary entomology, conservation, pest management and entomological bio-control. Experience in research in general or applied entomological topics. Research supervision of Masters and preferably PhD degrees to completion. National and emerging international profile in the discipline. Track record of research publication and evidence of attracting funding Track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).

Professor:

At least a PhD in Entomology or related field with a strong focus on Entomology Extensive teaching experience in Entomology at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Experience in teaching topics related to general entomology, ecophysiology, insect diversity, insect form and function, apiculture, forensic entomology, parasitology, medical veterinary entomology, conservation, pest management and entomological bio-control. Experience in research in general or applied entomological topics Research supervision of Masters and preferably PhD degrees to completion. International profile in the discipline. Track record of research publication and evidence of attracting funding

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile and

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.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za.

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

Short-listing meeting scheduled TBC The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview. Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum (Grade SL):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R783,243.00


Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1,013,469.00

Remuneration per annum (Grade AP):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R936,120.00


Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1,203,447.00

Remuneration per annum (Grade P):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R1,146,695.00


Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1,465,125.00



All applications will be treated in strict confidence. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 5 May 2025

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.



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