Focus Area: Biomedical and Molecular Metabolism Research (BioMMet) | Neurobiology Systems and Metabolism Hub | North-West University (Potchefstroom Campus)
Dr. Monray Williams and Prof Du Toit Loots
Position:
Biomedical and Molecular Metabolism Research (BioMMet) at North-West University in Potchefstroom, invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship.
Research project description:
This investigation is primarily aimed at employing a multi-platform research approach to better characterise and understand various diseases, including but limited to tuberculosis, diabetes, HIVAIDS, pneumonia and neuropathogenesis of disease.
Post-doctoral fellow responsibilities:
- Pre- and or post-graduate module lecturing
- Supervision of pre- and post-graduate students
- Day-to-day management of main research project associated with fellowship
- Development and implementation of laboratory experiments associated with main research
project - Primary liaison between collaborating institutes
Minimum requirements: - Ph.D. in Biochemistry or related field
- PhD within the last 5 years and below the age of 45 years old.
- Experience in Metabolomics research
- Cell culture experience will be an advantage
- Experience in multiplex/ELISA analysis
- Experience in working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Excellent communication (English) and management/leadership skills
- Strong publication record
- MS Office suite proficiency
Please note: This is a full-time position, and fellows are not permitted to hold any other payed full-time employment positions during the tenure of the fellowship.
Value of the Fellowship
R249,000 per annum, with a R50,000 top-up and continued publication incentives. Renewal will be annual, based on performance.
Application submission:
To apply, please submit the following documents to Dr. Monray Williams
(Monray.Williams@nwu.ac.za): - Cover letter and personal statement: Indicating why you are interested in the position and why you should be considered
- Reference letters: Minimum of two reference letters (maximum of three letters) from previous supervisors and/or employers (should include contact details of referee)
- Curriculum vitae
- Certified copy of your complete academic transcript
- Certified copy of your Doctoral degree certificate
- Certified copy of your identity document (Applicants who are not South African citizens must provide certified copies of their valid passport)
Closing date for application submission:
15th November 2025
Starting date
February/March 2026