Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (1-year Contract, Renewable up to 3 Years): The Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Religion, Community and Ecologies (Job ID: 6317) – (2006) | University of the Free State
Job Location : Free State, Bloemfontein
Deadline : January 30, 2026
About the Role
This fellowship manages high-RPM interdisciplinary data at the intersection of ecology and community studies. Leveraging AWS for large-scale qualitative data storage and Oracle for project oversight, the fellow ensures 100% compliance with ethical research standards. Their role is pivotal in mitigating operational risk in environmental research and providing the data necessary to influence global sustainability and community policy.
Duties and responsibilities:
Conduct innovative research in at least one of the following areas:
- Theology of Technology
- Theology and Religion in conversation with the Eco-Humanities
- Theology and Philosophies of Embodiment
- Author/co-author at least three (3) publication outputs per year in the form of DHET–accredited scholarly journal articles or books/chapters in books. The renewal of the fellowship beyond the first year depends on satisfactory performance and the submission of an annual progress report.
- Initiate projects and seek funding for them.
- Assist the Director in matters related to the CIRRCE’s research activities.
- Register and reside as postdoctoral research fellow at the UFS and participate in relevant activities of the School of Postgraduate Studies and the Directorate of Research.
Eligibility requirements:
- Open to all South African and foreign nationals for full-time research at the University of the Free State.
- Graduated with a PhD degree in a relevant discipline within the last five years.
- Successful applicants may not hold full-time salaried employment during the fellowship.
- Successful applicants must be able to relocate to the UFS for the duration of the fellowship. This is a residential fellowship: the successful applicant is required to spend 80% of her/his postdoctoral period at the UFS.
Value of the fellowship:
- R 270 000 annual fellowship
- R 30 000 additional research expenses fund
Deadline:30th January,2026
Career Growth & Education
A PhD in Environmental Science, Sociology, or Theology is required for this interdisciplinary path. Career progression leads toward Senior Research Fellow or Sustainability Consultant roles within international agencies. Gaining expertise in data analytics and obtaining professional certifications in project management through specialized workshops can facilitate global mobility and senior leadership opportunities.
Salary & Financial Insight
Fellowship stipends typically fall between R25,000 and R35,000 per month, reflecting the academic nature of the work. Strategic financial planning should involve a focus on building a robust investment portfolio and utilizing tax-free savings accounts (TFSA) during the fellowship period.
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