Professor/Associate Professor in Land and Agrarian Studies – (2116)

Job Overview

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is seeking a highly motivated and established academic to fill the position of Professor/Associate Professor in Land and Agrarian Studies at the Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS).

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Conducting research and publishing in the field of land and agrarian studies
• Generating research grants and initiating income-generating projects
• Facilitating learning and teaching
• Undertaking postgraduate supervision
• Curriculum development and assessment
• Providing mentorship to emerging scholars
• Participating in community engagement and outreach
• Contributing to a high public profile for PLAAS nationally and internationally
• Providing academic and administrative leadership

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this position, applicants must have:

• A PhD or NQF equivalent in a relevant discipline from a reputable university
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching
• Extensive experience of social science research on topics relevant to PLAAS
• A demonstrated capacity for fundraising
• Extensive experience and proven competence in academic leadership and management
• A track record of quality publications and postgraduate supervision

How to Apply

Applications should consist of a covering letter, a full CV including details of research grants and postgraduate supervision, and contact details for three contactable referees. To be considered, click on the “Apply for this Job” link or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll.