Postdoctoral Fellowship in Comparative Equality: The South African Research Chair in Equality, Law and Social Justice, affiliated with the School of Law at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, is accepting applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in the field of equality law, preferably with a focus on comparative African equality law. The fellowship is set to commence in the first half of 2024, initially for twelve months, with the possibility of renewal for a second year based on available funding.
Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area: Comparative African Equality Law
Location: School of Law, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Completed doctoral degree within the last five years.
- Proven ability in research and writing.
- South African citizens, permanent residents, and outstanding international candidates interested in undertaking postdoctoral research in South Africa are eligible to apply.
Job Description:
- Duration: Initial twelve months, with the possibility of renewal for a second year.
- Fellowship Value: R275,000.00 in 2024, plus access to modest research and travel expenses.
- Full-time position; fellows expected to be based at the University of the Witwatersrand.
- Fellows may not be in full-time salaried employment during the fellowship.
- Successful candidates must engage in research in the field of equality law, publish at least two accredited articles per annum, and contribute to the work of the Chair, including managing a project on comparative African equality law.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following documents to judy.mafika@wits.ac.za by Monday, 4 December 2023:
- Covering letter expressing interest in the fellowship and qualifications.
- Summary of intended work during the fellowship.
- Curriculum Vitae (C.V.).
- Academic records.
- Contact details of two academic referees.
- A short piece of recent written work or publication.
Enquiries and Applications: For inquiries on the research field, fellowship/bursary criteria, and content, contact Professor Ca. Albertyn at ca.albertyn@wits.ac.za. Please do not send applications to this email. Refer to the Wits Postdoctoral expectations webpage for additional information.
Last Date for Apply: Monday, 4 December 2023
Disclaimer: This job post is based on information from a reliable source. Applicants are advised to verify details and check for updates or additional information on the official Wits University website. For inquiries, contact the provided email address: judy.mafika@wits.ac.za.
