Postdoctoral Research Fellowship - Digital Education and Learning Technologies

University of Limpopo · Limpopo

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Postdoctoral research fellowship within the research niche area of Digital Education and Learning Technologies. The fellowships is a two-year fixed contract subject to satisfactory annual performance. The tax-free stipend is R300 000 per annum.

Hold a PhD in Education, Educational Technology, Digital Education, Learning Technologies, Computer Science Education, Mathematics Education with a digital education focus, or a closely related field, obtained within the last five 5 years.
Demonstrate evidence of research productivity through publications in accredited or peer-reviewed journals.
Possess knowledge and experience in digital education, online and blended
learning, artificial intelligence in education, learning analytics, educational technologies, digital pedagogy, or related areas.
Demonstrate strong quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods research skills.
Show potential to attract research funding and contribute to collaborative research projects.
Have excellent academic writing, communication, and presentation skills.
Be able to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary research teams.

Conduct high-quality research in Digital Education and Learning Technologies aligned with the faculty's research priorities.
Publish research findings in high-impact accredited journals and present papers at national and international conferences.
Participate in the development of research proposals and applications for external funding.
Support postgraduate student supervision, research seminars, and capacitybuilding initiatives within the faculty.
Contribute to collaborative and interdisciplinary research projects with local and international partners.
Assist in the organisation of research workshops, seminars, and academic events.
Participate in community engagement activities related to digital education and educational innovation.
Prepare annual progress reports and other outputs as required by the faculty and funding body.

During the fellowship, the successful candidate will be expected to produce:

At least 4 accredited journal publications over the two-year fellowship.
Several conference presentations at national and international scientific meetings.
At least one competitive external research grant application.
Research reports for government and other stakeholders.
Contributions to postgraduate student supervision and capacity development.
Collaborative publications with the host supervisor and research team.
Participation in multidisciplinary research projects within the Faculty and University.