Researcher: Migration Studies - Johannesburg, South Africa - Wits University

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Brief Description

Activities and Responsibilities:

Working with project coordinators, develop a research protocol in line with the project research objectives.

Apply for/obtain the research ethics clearance from the Wits Ethics Committee.

Conduct research according to the developed protocol.

Write research reports/briefs and develop and implement their dissemination plan.

Coordinate the convening of deliberation workshops and other meetings that may be required.

Write workshop and meeting reports to be shared with stakeholders.

Create and maintain working partnerships with relevant stakeholders.

Publish at least two academic articles per year in peer-reviewed and DHE-accredited journals. This can include co-authored articles with project coordinators or other ACMS members.

Actively participate in the life of the ACMS, contributing to its vision and mission as outlined above.

Minimum Requirements:

A PhD in migration, socio-legal studies, or a related social science discipline and evidence of a robust intellectual agenda informed by social justice values. NB: the applicant must have held a PhD for a minimum of 2 years.

A minimum of two years of research experience. This may include postdoctoral fellowships.

Desirable Experience and Qualifications:

A tertiary qualification (NQF 10 / PhD degree) and at least two years of research experience. This may include postdoctoral fellowships.

Successful track record in fundraising.

Postgraduate teaching and supervision experience

An NRF rating.

Timeframe: two (2) years, starting 1 June 2024. The position can be extended beyond the initial two years, depending on performance and availability of funds. Remuneration: ZAR per annum (Wits salary band: Grade AC08) Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours)

A strong academic publishing record with a minimum of 3 articles in peer-reviewed journals and signs of continued publishing potential.

Experience in project management and coordination of research/management of fieldwork teams.

An ability to travel to other provinces in South Africa for research fieldwork and meetings.

Working knowledge of the field of movement building and migration and human rights.

Fluency in English with other South African and African languages an advantage.

A demonstrated ability to work both independently and in collaboration with team members and partners.

Applications should include the following:

Cover letter outlining your reasons for applying for the position. This should include an overview of your qualifications and experience in line with the requirements outlined above. Additionally, this letter should outline your intellectual agenda and indicate how it is informed by social justice values.

Full CV, including a description of your contribution in the case of co-authored publications.

Evidence of award of PhD.

2 academic writing examples. These should be single-authored, or first-authored articles (not book chapters) published in internationally recognized, peer-reviewed journals (as defined by the South African Department of Higher Education). In the case of a co-authored piece, you should describe your contribution.

Details of two referees: in the case of shortlisted applicants, the referees will be contacted and asked to provide a short report commenting on the applicant's suitability for the position.

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