Two Post-Doctoral Positions: Faculty of Economics and Finance (South Africa)
Candidates are encouraged to submit proposals on how the generation of knowledge, the practice of innovation and building of local capabilities can promote African integration and development. Candidates are further encouraged to engage with emergent technologies and also with the convergence of information, computers and communication technologies, biotechnologies, cognitive technologies and nano-technologies. Research on the application of specific technologies in addressing the pressing challenges of development in Africa in the context of countries facing simultaneous and multiple overlapping crises with respect to economics, food, energy, health and climate crises is especially encouraged. Further research on new and original approaches and perspectives on technology infrastructure for putting Africa unity first is also welcomed.
Applicants must process an D-Tech or PhD, preferably in a multidisciplinary field related to science, technology and innovation for development (STI4D) in relation to some aspect of South African development in particular and Africa in general. They should also submit a 5-page research proposal, with research question, methodology and a three year plan that includes how they intend to undertake the literature review and field research.
Minimum Qualifications:
Recent D-Tech or PhD in an inter-disciplinary field related to Science, Technology and Innovation studies.
Minimum Experience:
- Academic experience in the Science, Technology and Innovation fields.
- Exposure to public agencies and private enterprises.
- Exposure to the development stakeholders and multilateral institutions.
Requirement:
Excellent written, oral, communication, presentation and computer skills will be required.
Successful candidate will be expected to do teaching and supervise.
For details:
Professor Mammo Muchie
NRF/DST Research Professor Chair on Innovation Studies
muchiem@tut.ac.za
www.ieri.org.za
Tel: +27 12 382 3078 / +27 12 382 3073
Deadline: 28 February 2012
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