Associate Professor – Economic History

About the role

The School of Social Sciences at the University of KwaZulu‑Natal seeks an Associate Professor specializing in Economic History. The incumbent will join the Discipline of Development Studies, contributing to teaching, research and community engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses covering Development in Southern Africa, Globalisation Then and Now, and Development in a Changing World Economy.
• Supervise and mentor Honours, Masters and PhD students, guiding their research and thesis work.
• Participate in academic functions within the discipline of community development and engage in community‑based projects.

Required profile

• PhD in Economic History, Development Studies, Public Administration or a related discipline.
• At least six years of relevant experience in teaching, research or industry.
• Demonstrated record of publications in reputable scientific journals.
• Successful history of attracting external research grants.
• Proven supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level.
• National and international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
• Evidence of academic leadership, mentorship and coaching within the department or school.