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The Department of Sociology and Anthropology in the Faculty of Humanities at Nelson Mandela University seeks to appoint a suitable candidate at the Associate Professor level in Sociology to contribute to the Department’s undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, supervision, research, and community engagement activities. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths. The Department is particularly interested in applicants who possess expertise in Contemporary Sociological Theory with a particular focus on African Philosophy and Epistemology. Historical and contemporary South African rural sociological patterns and trends are a particular area of interest for the department and candidates must demonstrate a teaching/ research track record or strong scholarly applicability to this area. The successful candidate should be able to show how their work contributes to decolonisation and Africanisation of research, curriculum, and theory, and the social consequences of these in the context and dynamics of urban-rural Sociology. We seek a scholar who shows the ability chart new conceptual and theoretical paths in Sociology in handling these areas of interest. The candidate must have a sound academic rooting in core Sociological theories and research methods and show that they can contribute to innovative sociological research that expands or rethinks the conceptual boundaries of the discipline. The preferred candidate will have a proven track record in carrying out learning and teaching demands in a high-pressure public higher education institution with the ability to handle large classes and enable the learning success of a diverse student body. Candidates must demonstrate evidence of established local and international reputation, research, and scholarship, and will be expected to sustain and lead innovative and independent research. The candidate will be able to contribute towards the faculty strategy of Revitalisation of the Humanities as part of the intellectual repositioning of a dynamic and growing Department. |
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Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 13 September 2024.
Vision To be a dynamic African university, recognised for its leadership in generating cutting-edge knowledge for a sustainable future. Mission To offer a diverse range of quality educational opportunities that will make a critical and constructive contribution to regional, national and global sustainability. Values Respect for diversity,Excellence,Ubuntu,Integrity,Respect for the natural environment,Taking responsibility
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