Senior Researcher (P6)

About

The Senior Researcher will conduct research in public and international affairs, deliver accredited research outputs and scientific knowledge, supervise research staff and postgraduate students, and contribute to the TM-SCHOOL's strategic and operational objectives. Applicants need a doctoral degree in relevant social or human sciences with specialisation in African feminist and gender studies, a qualifying research-output record, and relevant research-intensive experience. A research statement of no more than 2,000 words must accompany the application. Salary: Remuneration is commensurate with the seniority of the position. Reference: TMS/Snr Researcher/P6/st-2026 Duty station: Irene Campus: Pretoria

How to apply

Applications must be forwarded by email to bilass@unisa.ac.za. Your APPLICATION FORM FOR A PERMANENT ACADEMIC POST must be accompanied by a COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM VITAE; certified copies (within the previous six months) of identity document (including passport, work permit, permanent residence permit or proof of nationalisation if applicable), educational qualifications, academic transcripts/records, and proof of SAQA verification for foreign qualifications if applicable; and, for research positions, a research statement. Provide the contact details of three contactable references, one of which must be from your present employer, excluding your current line manager if you are an internal Unisa applicant.

Responsibilities

• Supervising Masters and Doctoral students.
• Reviewing study material for modules in the field of public and international affairs.
• Publishing accredited research outputs as per policy on research and innovation.
• Serving as a Project /Task Team Leader for research projects.
• Providing regular reports on matters relating to research.
• Initiating processes to improve supervision of research staff.
• Increasing expertise and recognition in public and international affairs research by applying for NRF rating.
• Writing, applying, and securing funding to support TM School research projects.
• Participating in institutional seminars, research colloquium, present papers at national and international conferences.
• Conduct Research including Multi, Inter and Transdisciplinary Research.
• Developing and maintaining networks and collaborative research projects with institutional, national, and international colleagues and students.
• Coordinating research committees, task, and administrative teams as required.
• Utilising a range of technologies to enhance the website of the TM School.
• Keeping up to date with current and emerging national and international trends in the field of public and international affairs.
• Increasing research capacity development of staff working in the field of public and international affairs.

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree, NQF level 10, in Social, Human Sciences and related fields (with specialisation in African feminist and gender studies) (foreign qualifications to be evaluated by SAQA).
• Sound publication output record as per the Unisa Research and Innovation Policy, 5 research output units during the previous 5 years OR 3 research output units during the previous 3 years.
• 3 years relevant experience in a research-intensive environment.
• Proven experience in research project management (ability to execute large research contracts and commissioned research projects independently).
• A record in mobilising resources and attracting grants.
• Experience and record in scientific and technical presentations in multiple fora.
• Evidence of doing research in a multi, inter, trans-disciplinary environment.
• Expertise in multi-method research methodologies.
• Capacity to work independently and in teams.
• Participation in community engagement and outreach.
• Experience in teaching and supervision of postgraduate students.
• Participation in engaged scholarship.
• Registration with a professional or disciplinary body.
• NRF rating would be an advantage.