Scholarships / Fellowships
University of the Free State (UFS) Postdoctoral Research Fellowships 2024 / 2025
The University of the Free State (UFS) is excited to announce the availability of five Postdoctoral Research Fellowships in the Department of Pharmacology for 2024.
Location: Bloemfontein Campus, South Africa
Closing Date for Applications: 30 September 2024
This is a unique opportunity for qualified candidates to engage in innovative research in the fields of ethnopharmacology, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, and molecular pharmacology.
Fellowship Details
- Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Fellowship 2024
- Job ID: 5871
- Organizational Unit: Faculty of Health Sciences -> School of Clinical Medicine -> Department Pharmacology
- Contract Type: Contract
- Commencement Date: 1 November 2024 or as soon as possible
Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be expected to:
- Conduct innovative research in pharmacology, including ethnopharmacology and drug discovery.
- Author or co-author at least three publications annually in accredited scholarly journals.
- Initiate research projects and seek funding opportunities.
- Participate in teaching and training of postgraduate students in pharmacology.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to all South African and international candidates.
- Must have graduated with a PhD in a relevant discipline within the last five years.
- Must be available for full-time research and able to relocate to UFS.
- Cannot hold full-time salaried employment during the fellowship.
Fellowship Value
- Annual stipend: R300,000
- Additional research expenses fund: R30,000
Application Process
To apply, please email the following documents to Prof. Matsabisa at MatsabisaMG@ufs.ac.za by the closing date:
- A motivation letter detailing relevant expertise and experience.
- A comprehensive CV, including a list of research publications.
- A certified copy of your doctoral degree certificate.
- A copy of your ID document or passport (for foreign applicants).
- Contact details for two academic referees.
Contact Information
For any inquiries, please contact:
- Professor Motlalepula G. Matsabisa
Office: +27 (0)51 401 7452
Email: MatsabisaMG@ufs.ac.za
