(Wits-funded, tenure-track post)
The University of the Witwatersrand has established a programme in Bioinformatics to complement its strong research and teaching programmes. We seek to appoint a Lecturer for Bioinformatics in the Faculties of Science and Health Sciences. We also have open post-doctoral positions.
Duties:
The main responsibilities will be teaching, research, and supervision of honours and postgraduate projects. Besides formal teaching activities, the candidate will be involved in training and helping researchers with bioinformatics-related research, and administration. The research productivity of the incumbent will be a key criterion for tenure and advancement; research collaborations with other researchers at Wits will be especially encouraged.
Requirements:
A PhD in bioinformatics or a cognate discipline (we shall consider applicants who have completed their theses); demonstrable knowledge of bioinformatics theory and techniques; high level of computer literacy including ability to write programs. Research and teaching experience in bioinformatics will be an advantage. Ability to work independently and with peers and students.
Enquiries:
Professor Scott Hazelhurst, Acting Director: Bioinformatics, Scott.Hazelhurst@wits.ac.za, +27 11 717-6181; http://www.bioinf.wits.ac.za/vacancies
To apply:
Please send a detailed CV with names, addresses and e-mail details of 3 referees, as well as certified copes of degrees/diplomas and identity documents to Ms Zandi Mbaleki Human Resources Officer, Faculty of Science, University of the Witwatersrand, Private Bag 3, Wits 2050, South Africa. Email: zandi.mbaleki@wits.ac.za
Closing Date: 30 September 2011
Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates.
"The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given, to appointable applicants from the under-represented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the university. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates"
The University of the Witwatersrand has established a programme in Bioinformatics to complement its strong research and teaching programmes. We seek to appoint a Lecturer for Bioinformatics in the Faculties of Science and Health Sciences. We also have open post-doctoral positions.
Duties:
The main responsibilities will be teaching, research, and supervision of honours and postgraduate projects. Besides formal teaching activities, the candidate will be involved in training and helping researchers with bioinformatics-related research, and administration. The research productivity of the incumbent will be a key criterion for tenure and advancement; research collaborations with other researchers at Wits will be especially encouraged.
Requirements:
A PhD in bioinformatics or a cognate discipline (we shall consider applicants who have completed their theses); demonstrable knowledge of bioinformatics theory and techniques; high level of computer literacy including ability to write programs. Research and teaching experience in bioinformatics will be an advantage. Ability to work independently and with peers and students.
Enquiries:
Professor Scott Hazelhurst, Acting Director: Bioinformatics, Scott.Hazelhurst@wits.ac.za, +27 11 717-6181; http://www.bioinf.wits.ac.za/vacancies
To apply:
Please send a detailed CV with names, addresses and e-mail details of 3 referees, as well as certified copes of degrees/diplomas and identity documents to Ms Zandi Mbaleki Human Resources Officer, Faculty of Science, University of the Witwatersrand, Private Bag 3, Wits 2050, South Africa. Email: zandi.mbaleki@wits.ac.za
Closing Date: 30 September 2011
Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates.
"The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given, to appointable applicants from the under-represented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the university. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates"
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