Job Description

Senior Researcher / Associate Professor Researcher (Grade SR/AP)Institute for Water ResearchThe Institute for Water Research invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.Main ObjectivesResearch is the main focus, and teaching is not a core function. Where the researchers are on contract, raising funds for their employment, contract research shall be regarded as equivalent to more traditional forms of
research.In assessing the candidate's scholarship for promotion, consideration will be given to the individual's track record. While disciplinary differences are considered, the candidate must demonstrate a standing within the
discipline based on their research and student research. This could mean that the individual has demonstrated
leadership, made a major contribution to research projects, and been the lead author on publications or has
demonstrated a consistent individual contribution in several publications throughout their academic career.In addition, a Professor and Associate Professor are to provide academic leadership in teaching and learning,
research, and community engagement and contribute towards the institution's governance. This leadership
contribution of the Professor should be evidenced at the departmental, Faculty and Institutional levels. The RequirementsSenior Researcher:

• At least a PhD in Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Geohydrology, or related disciplines.
• Evidence of a national reputation as a leading scholar in the field of hydrological research or a related field of research.
• Demonstrated experience in securing external research funding.
• Research supervision of at least Master's degrees to completion required. Supervision at the PhD level will be an added advantage.
• A good and sustained publication record in the field of Hydrology, or Hydrogeology, Geohydrology, or a related field of research.
• Evidence of attendance and presentation at local and preferably international conferences.
• A record of working with policymakers and practitioners in the water sector.
• Proven record of research administration, leadership, and people management.
• Demonstrated participation in collaborative research
• projects and led own research projects.

Associate Professor Researcher:

• At least a PhD in Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Geohydrology, or related disciplines.
• Evidence of national and emerging international reputation as a leading scholar in the field of hydrological research or a related field of research.
• A sustained and extensive publication record in appropriate scholarly and accredited journals. With evidence of lead authorship on some of the papers.
• A sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at the Master's and PhD level.
• Evidence of transdisciplinary research practice and of working across multiple disciplines.
• A sustained record of attendance and presentation in local and preferably international conferences.
• A record of working with policymakers and practitioners in the water sector.
• Proven record of research administration, leadership, and people management.
• Demonstrate participation in collaborative research projects and leading own research projects.
• A proven record of attracting external research grants from local and international funding agencies.
• A proven record of leading large research grants and a proven ability to manage donor budgets effectively.
• Experience in designing and leading inter-cross and transdisciplinary projects.

Application ProcessIt is essential that prospective candidates read the for 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.Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact 046 603 8249.Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

• Short-listing meeting scheduled for the TBC 2024.
• 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 SR):
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R742 411
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R960 928Remuneration per annum (Grade AP):
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R887 318
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1 141 001All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. 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.Rhodes University has a vaccination mandate as part of its Conditions of Service. The implementation of the vaccine mandate has been held in abeyance from 01 January 2023. Should the COVID-19 situation change in a way that the number of cases of COVID-19 pose a threat to the University, the implementation of the Vaccine Mandate will be re-activated and all staff would be required to be fully vaccinated.Closing Date: 30 October 2024If 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.Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission. These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

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