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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Higher Education Research at North-West University North-West University in South Africa
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Education
Funding
The postdoctoral fellowship is funded by North-West University. It is a one-year fixed-term position, extendable for up to three years subject to satisfactory performance. Annual total remuneration will be commensurate with the level of appointment and aligned with North-West University policy guidelines.
Deadline
Nov 20, 2026
Country
South Africa
University
North-West University
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About this position
North-West University is inviting applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in higher education research at the Centre for Higher Education Professional Development (CHEPD), within the Faculty of Education.
CHEPD focuses on higher education professional development, strengthening tertiary education teaching, advancing scholarship, and building collaborative partnerships in a transforming higher education context. Its research aims to support the evolution of higher education through cutting-edge inquiry conducted at faculty, institutional, national, and international levels.
The appointed fellow will be hosted by CHEPD in Potchefstroom, South Africa, and will develop research aligned with the centre's central scholarly focus. The role provides an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to higher education research and related scholarly outputs within a research-oriented academic environment.
CHEPD is led by Professor Shan Simmonds, Director of the Centre for Higher Education Professional Development, at North-West University.
Funding details
The postdoctoral fellowship is funded by North-West University. It is a one-year fixed-term position, extendable for up to three years subject to satisfactory performance. Annual total remuneration will be commensurate with the level of appointment and aligned with North-West University policy guidelines.
What's required
Applicants must have completed a doctoral degree related to higher education research within the last five years. They must be willing to contribute substantially to CHEPD's central scholarly research focus, demonstrate scholarly performance with a relevant publication record preferably including ISI-listed or IBSS-listed journal articles, and have English language proficiency, computer literacy, sound conceptual skills, and strong writing skills. Applicants must submit a motivation letter describing their proposed research focus, a detailed CV and publication record, contact details for three referees, a copy of their PhD qualification, and a certified copy of their ID or passport.
How to apply
Email a motivation letter outlining the proposed research, a detailed CV with publication record, three contactable referees' details, a PhD qualification copy, and a certified ID or passport copy to Dina Legoete at [email protected]. Applicants are expected to reside in Potchefstroom and take up the position as soon as possible after appointment.
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