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Senior Research Fellow

Senior Research Fellow – African Innovation Systems

Position Overview:

The Trilateral Research Chair in Transformative Innovation at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa (UJ-TRCTI) is looking for a Senior Research Fellow specialising in African Innovation Systems and Innovation Policy. The role involves leading a project focused on strengthening African innovation agencies.

Closing Date:

28 February 2025.

Application:

Submit a cover letter, CV, and supporting documents to UJTRCTISubmissions@uj.ac.za.
Please include the position title as the subject line when applying.

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Senior Research Fellow

Senior Research Fellow – Transformative Innovation Policy

Position Overview:

The Trilateral Research Chair in Transformative Innovation at the University of Johannesburg (UJ-TRCTI) seeks a Senior Research Fellow specialising in Transformative Innovation Policy to support policy experimentation in South Africa.

Closing Date:

28 February 2025.

Application:

Submit a cover letter, CV, and supporting documents to UJTRCTISubmissions@uj.ac.za.

Please include the position title as the subject line when applying.

More Information:

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Postdoctoral Research Fellows – 2025 to 2027

Position Overview:

The DSI/NRF Trilateral Research Chair in Transformative Innovation, the 4th Industrial Revolution, and Sustainable Development at the University of Johannesburg (UJ-TRCTI) seeks postdoctoral research fellows (PDRFs) for 2025–2027. Fellowships focus on transformative innovation addressing local and global challenges.

Available Positions:

Innovation Policy: Strengthening African innovation agencies and promoting transformative policies.

Innovation in a Digital World: Researching digital transformation and inclusive development.

Innovation in a Greener World: Investigating green transitions and renewable energy innovation.

Closing Date:

28 February 2025.

Application:

Submit a cover letter, CV, and supporting documents to UJTRCTISubmissions@uj.ac.za.
Please include the position title as the subject line when applying.

More Information:

For more information, click here.