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East London: Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship in Sociology, Anthropology and Development

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About the Role

The University of Fort Hare (UFH) invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship in Sociology, Anthropology and Development. This fellowship is an opportunity to contribute to research that explores extractivism, environment and sustainability in South Africa and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct original research on postdoctoral research topics approved by the host institution

• Submit papers amounting to 2 units for review on their postdoctoral research topic within the first year of the fellowship

• Publish (or have in-press) 2 units of papers on their postdoctoral research topic in subsequent years

• Collaborate with the host institution’s PGS office to submit papers and progress reports

Requirements

• A doctorate completed in the last five years in the social sciences, preferably with a focus on extractivism, environment and sustainability, or related fields at a higher education institution in South Africa or abroad

• If not yet in possession of a doctoral degree, a written statement from the Registrar (or equivalent) at the issuing University confirming satisfactory completion of doctoral requirements is required

Qualifications

None specified

Salary & Benefits

Not mentioned

How to Apply

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