North-West University
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Technology-Enhanced Teaching and Learning / Digital Transformation in Education North-West University in South Africa
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Full-time two-year postdoctoral fellowship with a tax-free stipend of R320,000 per annum. Renewal is subject to satisfactory progress, and extension may be negotiated if exceptional performance is demonstrated and additional funding is available. Accommodation, personal travel, and other expenses are not covered.
Deadline
Nov 3, 2026
Country
South Africa
University
North-West University

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North-West University (Vanderbijlpark Campus), Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, is advertising a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in Technology-Enhanced Teaching and Learning / Digital Transformation in Education through the TELIT-SA Research Unit.
The fellowship sits at the intersection of Education, Educational Technology, Computer Science, and Information Technology, with research themes including artificial intelligence in education, generative AI, AI literacy, AI ethics, AI-enabled assessment, digital assessment and academic integrity, serious games and gamification, learning analytics, innovative technology integration, scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL), digital transformation in higher education, human-AI collaboration, and immersive learning.
The role is a full-time, two-year contract with a tax-free stipend of R320,000 per annum. The successful candidate will work on high-impact research projects, publish in strong journals, present at conferences, collaborate with faculty and industry partners, mentor students, and contribute to curriculum enrichment through guest lectures and workshops.
Applicants must hold a PhD obtained within the last five years in a relevant field such as Education, Higher Education Studies, Educational Technology, Technology-Enhanced Learning, Learning Sciences, Instructional Design, or Computer Science with a focus on AI, HCI, or educational applications. Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, English fluency, communication, teamwork, and a collaborative mindset are required. The candidate must be based in Vanderbijlpark, South Africa.
To apply, prepare the requested documents: motivation letter, CV (max five pages), ID/passport, publication list, two references, certified PhD proof, and electronic PhD thesis, plus a two-year research plan aligned with the unit’s priorities. Email the application to Memory Smit at [email protected]. The deadline is 3 November 2026. For enquiries, contact Prof Lucius Botes at [email protected].
Funding details
Full-time two-year postdoctoral fellowship with a tax-free stipend of R320,000 per annum. Renewal is subject to satisfactory progress, and extension may be negotiated if exceptional performance is demonstrated and additional funding is available. Accommodation, personal travel, and other expenses are not covered.
What's required
A PhD obtained within the last five years in Education, Higher Education Studies, Educational Technology, Technology-Enhanced Learning, Learning Sciences, Instructional Design, Computer Science with a focus on Artificial Intelligence, Human-Computer Interaction, or Educational Applications, or a related field. Applicants should have expertise in one or more focus areas supported by research projects and publications, strong quantitative and qualitative research methodology skills, fluent written and spoken English, excellent communication and teamwork skills, and a collaborative mindset. The successful candidate must be based in Vanderbijlpark, South Africa.
How to apply
Prepare the required application documents in English, including a motivation letter, CV, ID/passport, publication list, two references, PhD proof, and thesis. Email all required application details to Mrs Memory Smit at [email protected]. For enquiries, contact Prof Lucius Botes at [email protected].
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