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Full-time
postgraduate degree
Posted 14d ago
Apply by Aug 16
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead the Division of Medical Virology by overseeing clinical diagnostic services, academic research, and postgraduate training. Develop strategic operational plans and manage staff and resources to drive innovation in healthcare within the African context.
Requirements
Requires a specialist Medical Virologist with at least seven years of post-specialisation experience and HPCSA registration. Candidates must demonstrate a strong track record of international peer-reviewed publications and leadership in teaching and research.
Full job description
HEAD (ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/PROFESSOR)
DIVISION OF MEDICAL VIROLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN (UCT) & NATIONAL HEALTH LABORATORY SERVICES (NHLS)
The University of Cape Town (UCT), and the National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) invite applications for the permanent post of Professor/Associate Professor and Head of Division of Medical Virology in the Department of Pathology.
UCT is Africa’s highest-ranked university and a globally recognised institution committed to being “an outstanding teaching and research university, educating for life, and addressing the challenges facing our society”. As an ‘Afropolitan’ institution, UCT fosters centres of clinical, research and teaching excellence that will bring together academics from South Africa, the rest of Africa and the wider world to advance solutions to African and global challenges.
UCT’s Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS), established in 1912, is the leading health sciences faculty on the continent. Its vision is to be locally relevant and globally competitive, delivering world-class education, research and service.
The Department of Pathology, within which the Division of Medical Virology exists, contains seven other Divisions: Anatomical Pathology, Chemical Pathology, Forensic Pathology, Immunology, Haematology, Human Genetics and Medical Microbiology. These Divisions are established in partnership with the NHLS and/or the Provincial Department of Health.
The Division of Medical Virology plays a pivotal role in virology research, teaching and training, and diagnostic service provision. The Head of Division (HODiv) will oversee all these focus areas and provide leadership, driving innovation and ensuring best practices in all activities. They will develop strategic and operational plans, in consultation with the Head of Department (HOD) of Pathology, the Dean FHS, Groote Schuur Hospital CEO, and NHLS CEO.
Requirements:
Recognised leader in the field of Medical Virology
A specialist Medical Virologist with a minimum of seven (7) years’ post-specialisation experience
Registered with or eligible for registration with the HPCSA
Demonstrated insight into opportunities for innovative diagnostic approaches relevant to South Africa and the broader African context
Demonstrated experience and ability in teaching, training, and research at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels with evidence of effective supervision to completion
A strong research background, evidenced by a track record of international peer-reviewed publications
Demonstrated leadership ability across the service and teaching platforms
Demonstrated evidence of insight into the challenges and opportunities for advancing health care and specifically through the discipline of Medical Virology in South Africa and Africa
A proven track record of teamwork and the ability to build effective partnerships with internal, external, and international stakeholders
A proven track record of mentorship and educational engagement for staff and students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Demonstrated ability to work independently, perform under pressure, and meet deadlines
Demonstrated strong administrative and organisational skills
Advantages:
A PhD in a relevant field
Evidence of success in attracting national and international research funding
A demonstrated track record of effective teaching experience in Medical Virology up to PhD level
Responsibilities:
Provide leadership and actively participate in postgraduate education and training, and research, promoting a multidisciplinary approach in the division and department
Provide oversight of the clinical and laboratory diagnostic services in the Division
Provide leadership in the Department and manage its staff, resources and performance (service and academic), inspiring innovation and growth.
Provide leadership in addressing issues of diversity, transformation, inclusivity and equity, attracting and developing students and staff of high quality.
Fostering supportive and productive relationships between researchers, clinicians, infectious diseases specialists and diagnostic service providers in Medical Virology
Fostering interdisciplinary collaborations between both internal and external departments and divisions both within and outside the faculty and university.
Provide leadership with demonstrable capacity for role modelling, professionalism and collegial engagement
Will be expected to be a productive academic, driving research and overseeing undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training
For detailed information on this post, please view the job description on the following link: (view)
The academic level of appointment will be made in alignment with the candidate’s current position, level of experience as well as the Faculty’s expectations for performance at the academic rank. Eligible candidates will be appointed at the level of Associate or Full Professor cognisant of the ad hominem promotion criteria of the Faculty.
The position is full-time on the establishment of the University of Cape Town, under the auspices of, and in terms of the agreements between, the University of Cape Town and the NHLS.
The annual remuneration package is in accordance with NHLS pay scales.
To apply, please click the 'apply' button to create a candidate profile and to submit your application.
Please complete/attach the following to your profile before submitting your application:
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Motivational letter that speaks to the requirements of the position
Proof of professional registration
Three referee names which must include their title and name, position details, relationship to you, their e-mail address and telephone number.
Copy of ID/Passport
Highest qualification
An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo competency and pre-placementmedical assessments. References may be requested by UCT at any stage of the selection process.
Any enquiries about the application process are to be addressed to Ms Tracy Moore at [email protected]or 021 650 5405.
UCT is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at www.uct.ac.za/downloads/uct.ac.za/about/policies/eepolicy.pdf.
When you apply for a position at UCT, we collect your personal information to assess your application, communicate with you, and coordinate interview logistics. Information such as race, gender, nationality, and disability status is used to support our Employment Equity obligations. We also verify your references, qualifications, conduct criminal and, for certain roles, credit checks. For more information about how the University of Cape Town uses personal information and your rights, please email [email protected].
The University reserves the right to extend the closing date for applications if deemed necessary and reserves the right to make no appointment.
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About University of Cape Town, Research and Innovation
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UCT aspires to become a premier academic meeting point between South Africa, the rest of Africa and the world. Taking advantage of expanding global networks and our distinct vantage point in Africa, we are committed, through innovative research and scholarship, to grapple with the key issues of our natural and social worlds. We aim to produce graduates whose qualifications are internationally recognised and locally applicable, underpinned by values of engaged citizenship and social justice. UCT promotes diversity and transformation within our institution and beyond, including growing the next generation of academics.
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