University of the Free State Vacancies: Apply by 11 May 2025

The University of the Free State (UFS) is inviting qualified candidates to apply for several exciting vacancies at its Bloemfontein Campus. UFS offers competitive salaries, benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to academic excellence and community engagement.

Vacancies

EmployerUniversity of the Free State
Closing Date11 May 2025
LocationBloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

Post Title: Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor of Agrifood Market Innovation (Job ID: 6124)

Requirements:

  • A PhD in Business Administration, Business Management, Agricultural Economics or related field.
  • Proven teaching, supervision, and research excellence.
  • Experience in agrifood market innovation and stakeholder engagement.
  • NRF rating or evidence of potential to obtain one.

Duties:

  • Teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
  • Lead research in agrifood market innovation.
  • Supervise Master’s and PhD students.
  • Generate third-stream income and engage industry.

How to apply: To apply and view full details, visit the UFS official careers page.


Post Title: Lecturer in Sociology or Cognate Discipline (Job ID: 6121)

Requirements:

  • A PhD in Sociology (or Master’s for contract appointment).
  • At least three years of teaching experience in higher education.
  • Proven academic research record.

Duties:

  • Teach and supervise Sociology students.
  • Develop curriculum and engage in community projects.
  • Contribute to research and academic leadership.

How to apply: To apply and view full details, visit the UFS official careers page.


Post Title: Director – UFS Law Clinic (Job ID: 6122)

Requirements:

  • Doctorate in Law.
  • Admitted Attorney or Advocate of the High Court.
  • Minimum five years of relevant academic or clinical legal education experience.

Duties:

  • Provide academic and strategic leadership of the Law Clinic.
  • Manage operations and staff.
  • Promote access to justice through engaged scholarship.

How to apply: To apply and view full details, visit the UFS official careers page.


How to apply

To apply and for more information on all available positions, visit the University of the Free State official careers portal.


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