NITheCS Postdoctoral Fellowship (1-year bursary)
The Stellenbosch hub of NITheCS has a postdoctoral vacancy available. The successful candidate will be associated with one of the current research programmes of NITheCS and preferably in the Research Focus of the Hub. More information on the research programmes can be found here: www.nithecs.ac.za/research/nithecs-focus-areas.
The fellowship will be awarded within the structure of Stellenbosch University on a one-year basis, with the possibility of renewal for one additional year.
Duties: Maintaining a vigorous research programme aligned with the Research Focus Areas of the NITheCS.
Requirements: A doctorate of high standing in a field relevant to at least one of the 8 NITheCS themes and in particular in the Research Focus of the Hub.
Commencement of bursary: 1 March 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Enquiries: Prof Francesco Petruccione at director@nithecs.ac.za
Applications: Applications must include a cover letter, complete CV (including names and email addresses of at least 2 referees), academic record, description of future research interests, copies of relevant qualifications. All documents must be submitted in PDF format as separate files (titled eg “Cover letter”, “CV”, “Academic Record”) etc to Mrs René Kotzé at applications@nithecs.ac.za.
Website: www.nithecs.ac.za
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* Review of applications will begin on 9 February 2026 and continue until the bursary has been awarded. NITheCS reserves the right not to make an appointment and to continue searching after the closing date. Early applications are encouraged. Our search will conclude upon identifying the ideal candidate. Candidates without the necessary skills will not be contacted.
