• Full Time
  • Agriculture / Agro-Allied, South Africa

University of the Free State

Assistant Dean: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences

Company Overview

The University of the Free State (UFS), established in 1904, is a leading South African institution with over 34,000 students across seven faculties on three campuses. We are committed to academic excellence and community engagement.

Position Details

Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: PhD
Location: Free State (Qwaqwa Campus)
Field: Education/Teaching, Agriculture

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as academic representative for the Dean on Qwaqwa Campus
  • Provide leadership for teaching, research, and community engagement
  • Monitor academic standards and program viability
  • Support departmental heads and faculty development
  • Develop new academic programs aligned with community needs
  • Coordinate budget planning and resource allocation
  • Analyze academic performance data and prepare reports

Essential Requirements

  • PhD in Natural Sciences (NQF Level 10)
  • Current UFS faculty member at Senior Lecturer level or above
  • Proven academic leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated research publication record

Application Process

Qualified candidates are invited to apply through the University’s official recruitment portal.

Note: The University of the Free State never requires payment for recruitment processes. All applications are handled through official channels.

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