NRF SARChI Research Chair in Teacher Education in the Global Institute for Teacher Education and Society (GITES): 5-year contract at Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Minimum Requirements:

• Doctoral qualification in Education.
• Eligibility for a full professorship at the university.
• An outstanding research reputation, with national and international acclaim in disciplines relevant to the Chair.
• An extensive publishing record in prestigious academic publications.
• A history of successful postgraduate supervision up to the PhD level.
• Proficiency in the financial administration of research funds.
• Proven experience in generating funds.
• Experience in managing various sizes of research projects, including report writing.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership qualities.
• Participation and active engagement in university committees
• A strong interest in using creative and interdisciplinary research methods.
• Candidates who do not currently reside in South Africa must be willing to spend at 50% of their time in the country.

Recommendations for candidates include the following:

• NRF rating of C-1 is recommended for South African candidates.
• Remuneration will be commensurate with that of an NRF SARChI Chair Tier 1.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Ushering in the next stage of the SARChI research initiative in Teacher Education.
• Conducting and publishing high-quality research and expanding scientific research and innovation capacity in Teacher Education.
• Improve South Africa’s international research and innovation competitiveness in Teacher Education 
• Supervising postgraduate students at honours, master's and doctorate levels.
• Mentoring postdoctoral fellows affiliated with the SARChI Chair and creating research career pathways for young and mid-career researchers.
• Strengthening the Chair's research links in South Africa as well as internationally.
• Active participation in the academic and intellectual objectives of the University

Competencies

• Proficient in conducting high-quality and impactful research.
• Demonstrates strong leadership and ability to offer academic and strategic guidance.
• Capable of establishing and maintaining productive research relationships.
• Experience guiding researchers and overseeing postgraduate students.
• Expertise in obtaining external funds for research projects.
• Proven ability to effectively manage research projects.
• Exceptional communication skills, both vocal and written.
• Creativity in tackling educational issues.