Position Summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: University and Academy

Location: Mafikeng - Capital City

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Remuneration: Market Related

About Our Company

NWU

Introduction

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (MAHIKENG CAMPUS) FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES POSITION: POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH - SENSOR FABRICATION FOR CONTAMINANT DETECTION EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FIXED-TERM APPOINTMENT

Job Description

A research team seeks to recruit a suitable qualified postdoctoral research fellow to work on a multi-disciplinary research project aimed at investigating the use of sensors modified with nano-materials for detection and monitoring of water contaminants. The position will be awarded taking into account the applicant's experience and research potential.

The position is initially for a period of one year, but can be extended based on a satisfactory performance, and availability of funds.

Minimum Requirements

• PhD degree in electro-analytical chemistry/nano-technology, or a closely related field.
• Hands-on experience in field/laboratory techniques in the related subject.
• A track record of publications related to the outlined research area.
• Experience in the use of screen-printed electrodes (SPE) and software for electrochemical data processing.
• Experience in impedance voltammetry, cyclic voltammetry, square wave voltammetry and similar techniques would be an advantage.
• The successful applicant should have particular experience in chemical sensors fabrication, modification, characterization and application.
• Experience in the use of nano-sensors for the detection of toxic heavy metals (THM).
• Other likely electrochemical techniques for THM detection can be considered.
  
  

Applicants should submit a one-page letter, outlining relevant experience and expertise; curriculum vitae (CV) including a list of publications, names and contact details of 3 referees. All the documents should be combined and submitted as a single PDF file.

Remuneration

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof Bola Wojuola. Tel: 018 389 2507

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951

CLOSING DATE: 30 May 2025

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.

Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.