Postdoctoral Research Fellowship - Health Systems and Policy Research

University of Limpopo · Limpopo

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Type

Postdoctoral Research Fellowship within the research niche area of Health Systems and Policy Research. The fellowships is a two-year fixed contract subject to satisfactory annual performance. The tax-free stipend is R300 000 per annum.

Requirements

Hold a PhD in Public Health, Health Systems, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Health Promotion, Health Services Research, Implementation Science, or a closely related discipline.
Have obtained the doctoral degree within the past five 5 years.
Demonstrate an excellent publication record relative to career stage.
Show evidence of conducting independent research.
Possess strong quantitative and/or qualitative research skills.
Demonstrate knowledge of health systems research methodologies.
Have experience in scientific writing and publishing.
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Be willing to relocate to the University of Limpopo and participate fully in research activities.
Be able to work independently and within multidisciplinary research teams.
Preference will be given to applicants with experience in grant writing, implementation research, policy analysis, mixed-methods research, or programme evaluation.

Conduct innovative research in Health Systems and Policy Research.
Develop an independent but complementary research programme aligned with the host's research agenda.
Publish high-quality research in accredited international peer-reviewed journals.
Present research findings at national and international conferences.
Prepare policy briefs, technical reports, and knowledge translation products.
Participate in the development of competitive national and international research grant applications.
Contribute to postgraduate supervision and mentorship of Master's and PhD students.
Participate in departmental seminars, workshops, and research capacity-building initiatives.
Collaborate with local and international research partners.
Contribute to community-engaged and implementation research addressing African health priorities.
Support innovation and knowledge translation activities that strengthen health systems and influence policy.

Expected outputs

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.
Policy briefs supporting evidence-informed health policy.
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.