Postdoctoral Research Fellowship - Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainability

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**Overview** This is a two-year fixed-term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at the University of Limpopo, hosted within the Faculty of Management and Law. The fellowship offers a tax-free stipend of R300,000 per annum and is linked to the research niche area of Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Sustainability. Its primary aim is to strengthen the University's research and intellectual environment by providing structured postdoctoral training for recent doctoral graduates, supporting the development of advanced research skills, publication output, community-engaged scholarship, and preparation for academic careers. The fellowship is specifically linked to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 9, which focuses on Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, recognizing entrepreneurship's role in creating businesses, introducing innovative products, and stimulating technological advancement. **What you will do** As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, you will: * Conduct high-quality, interdisciplinary research related to entrepreneurship, business innovation, and sustainability. * Publish in DHET-accredited journals and peer-reviewed books, with an expectation of at least 4 accredited journal publications over the two-year fellowship. * Contribute to community engagement projects linked to the fellowship and interact with business owners. * Participate in empirical fieldwork research involving business owners and entrepreneurs. * Assist with postgraduate supervision and mentorship, contributing to postgraduate student supervision and capacity development. * Support grant proposal development and national and international collaborations, including preparing at least one competitive external research grant application. * Contribute to policy briefs and knowledge translation outputs related to business administration and entrepreneurship. * Participate in seminars and activities that promote a strong research culture. * Comply with research ethics, governance, and data management requirements. * Represent the university at academic forums, conferences, and expos, where appropriate, including several conference presentations at national and international scientific meetings. * Produce research reports for stakeholders. * Engage in collaborative publications with the host supervisor and research team. * Participate in multidisciplinary research projects within the Faculty and University. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A PhD degree (NQF Level 10) in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field, completed within the last five (5) years. * Evidence of research productivity including peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. * Demonstrated interest in business administration, entrepreneurship, innovation, and business sustainability including practical experience. * Strong written and oral communication skills, good computer and data management skills, and the ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams. * Practical experience in entrepreneurship and owning an existing business will be an added advantage. **Who should apply** This fellowship is ideal for recent doctoral graduates (within the last five years) holding a PhD in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated record of research productivity (peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations) and a strong interest in business administration, entrepreneurship, innovation, and business sustainability. They should possess excellent communication, computer, and data management skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams. Candidates with practical entrepreneurship experience or business ownership will be particularly well-suited. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/postdoctoral-research-fellowship-entrepreneurship-innovation-and-sustainability-university-of-limpopo Source: myjobmag

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