Associate Professor/Professor 

Department of Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team. 

Main Objectives

All academics are responsible for disseminating knowledge (teaching and learning), creating knowledge (research), and engaging in community engagement, recognising differences in executing these responsibilities within the various departments and faculties. Academics are also expected to assume administrative, management, and/or leadership duties at the departmental, faculty, and/or university levels and contribute to their profession.
In addition, a professor and associate professor provide academic leadership in teaching and learning, research, and community engagement and contribute towards the institution's governance. This professor's leadership contribution should be evidenced at the departmental, faculty, and institutional levels.

• At least a PhD in Chemistry.
• Considerable teaching experience in organic chemistry at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Experience teaching topics related to organic synthesis, green chemistry, medicinal chemistry and natural products.
• Track record in Masters’ and Doctoral supervision to completion.
• National and emerging international profile in the discipline.
• Track record of research publications in organic chemistry and in attracting research funding.
• Track record of administration, management, and leadership roles and be willing to take on the role of the Head of Department when required.

• At least a PhD in Chemistry.
• Extensive teaching experience in organic chemistry at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Experience teaching topics related to organic synthesis, green chemistry, medicinal chemistry and natural products.
• Track record in Masters’ and Doctoral supervision to completion.
• International profile in the discipline.
• Track record of research publications in organic chemistry and in attracting research funding.
• Track record of administration, management, and leadership roles and be willing to take on the role of the Head of Department when required.

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
  • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
  • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements. 

Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact [email protected]

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

• Short-listing meeting TBC
• The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum (Grade AP):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum:                          R936,120.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately):             R1,203,447.00

Remuneration per annum (Grade P):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum:                          R1,146,695.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately):             R1,465,125.00

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview.  Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates. 

Closing Date: 13 March 2025

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies. 

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission. These values are: 
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion