University of the Free State (UFS) Vacancies – September 2024

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The University of the Free State (UFS) is looking for dynamic individuals to join its academic and support teams. With a range of vacancies available in various departments, UFS offers opportunities for both career growth and professional development.

Closing Date: various

Location: Free State

Here’s a look at some of the latest openings for September 2024:

1. Lecturer: Education Management and Leadership (Two Positions)

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 22 September 2024
Faculty: Faculty of Education

Join the Department of Education Management and Leadership to shape the future of educational practices and policies. If you have a passion for teaching and leadership in education, this role offers a great platform for professional growth.

2. Lecturer: Curriculum Studies

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 22 September 2024
Faculty: Faculty of Education

This is an opportunity for professionals in Curriculum Studies to contribute to educational reform and the development of future leaders in the education sector.

3. Programme Director: Governance and Political Transformation

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 15 September 2024
Office: Office of the Dean

This five-year contract appointment offers a leadership opportunity within the Department of Political Studies and Governance. Lead initiatives that drive governance and political transformation education at UFS.

4. Senior Officer: Specialist Developer

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 18 September 2024
Office: ICT Services

The university’s ICT department is looking for an experienced Specialist Developer. You will play a key role in advancing UFS’s digital infrastructure and contribute to its ongoing technological innovation.

5. Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor: History

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 22 September 2024
Faculty: Faculty of Humanities

Contribute to the Department of History by guiding students and advancing research in historical studies. This position is perfect for experienced academics in the field of history.

6. Senior Officer: Marketing Officer (Contract – Three Months)

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 18 September 2024
Office: Kovsie Phahamisa Academy

A short-term opportunity in marketing, this role focuses on promoting Kovsie Phahamisa Academy’s initiatives. It’s a flexible appointment, requiring only 12 hours of work per week.

7. Programme Director: African Studies

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 15 September 2024
Centre: Centre for Gender and Africa Studies

Lead the Programme for African Studies on a five-year contract. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to academic research and leadership in African Studies.

8. Programme Director: Odeion School of Music Programmes

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 15 September 2024
Office: Odeion School of Music

Direct and manage various programmes within the Odeion School of Music, ensuring the highest standards in music education and administration over a five-year period.

9. Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (1-Year Contract)

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 1 October 2024
Faculty: Faculty of Law

Join the Faculty of Law in a postdoctoral research capacity. This fellowship offers an opportunity to contribute to legal scholarship while developing your research profile.

10. Deputy Director: Security Operations

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 17 September 2024
Office: Protection Services

The role of Deputy Director of Security Operations involves overseeing the safety and security of the university’s campus, ensuring a secure environment for staff, students, and visitors.

11. Chief Officer: Environmental Impact Officer (Two-Year Contract)

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 17 September 2024
Office: University Estates

This role focuses on ensuring the university’s compliance with environmental regulations and driving sustainable practices across its operations.

12. Programme Director: Humanities (Four Positions)

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 15 September 2024
Office: Office of the Dean, Faculty of Humanities

Four Programme Director positions are open in the Faculty of Humanities, offering leadership opportunities in teaching, curriculum development, and research management.

13. Officer: Institutional Information System

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 13 September 2024
Office: Directorate for Institutional Research and Academic Planning (DIRAP)

Join the Directorate for Institutional Research and Academic Planning to contribute to the management and development of the university’s information systems.

14. Programme Director: Postgraduate Studies and Research

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 8 September 2024
Office: School of Accountancy

This five-year contract appointment is for individuals eager to lead and manage postgraduate research initiatives within the School of Accountancy.

15. Programme Director: Chartered Accountancy

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 8 September 2024
Office: School of Accountancy

Direct and manage the Chartered Accountancy programme, ensuring the academic excellence and professional training of students pursuing accounting qualifications.

16. Lecturer: Childhood Education (IsiXhosa/Setswana)

Campus: Bloemfontein (South Campus)
Closing Date: 18 September 2024
Faculty: Faculty of Education

This position involves lecturing in Childhood Education with a focus on IsiXhosa or Setswana, contributing to the development of multilingual education.

17. Director: Housing and Residence Affairs

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 22 September 2024
Office: Housing and Residence Affairs

This five-year contract appointment involves managing UFS’s Housing and Residence Affairs, ensuring efficient operations and student welfare in campus residences.

18. Postdoctoral Research Fellowship: Pharmacology (1-Year Contract)

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 30 September 2024
Department: Pharmacology

UFS is offering five postdoctoral research fellowship positions in Pharmacology, with a focus on ethnopharmacology, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, and molecular pharmacology.

19. Research Integrity Officer and Data Analyst

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 9 September 2024
Office: Research Development

This role involves ensuring research integrity and conducting data analysis to support UFS’s research initiatives.

20. Lecturer: Genetics

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 18 September 2024
Department: Genetics

Lecturing in the field of genetics, this position offers opportunities to engage in research and academic development within the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences.

21. Programme Director: LLB and Teaching & Learning

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 10 September 2024
Office: Office of the Vice-Dean

Lead the LLB programme and manage teaching and learning initiatives within the Faculty of Law.

22. Manager: Technical Data Development, Integration, and Maintenance

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 9 September 2024
Office: ICT Services

This managerial role involves overseeing data development and integration, ensuring the smooth operation of UFS’s technical data systems.

23. Senior Officer: Registered Counsellor

Campus: Qwaqwa
Closing Date: 9 September 2024
Office: Student Counselling and Development

Provide counselling services to students at the Qwaqwa Campus, ensuring their emotional well-being and mental health.

24. Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor: Practical and Missional Theology

Campus: Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 8 September 2024
Department: Practical and Missional Theology

Engage in academic teaching and research in Practical and Missional Theology, contributing to the department’s growth and student development.

These are just some of the career opportunities currently available at the University of the Free State. If you’re looking for a vibrant academic or support role, be sure to visit UFS’s careers portal for more details and application guidelines.

Explore the full list of vacancies here.