Postdoctoral Research Fellowship - Food Nutrition and Health Security

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**Overview** This is a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in the interdisciplinary research niche area of Food, Nutrition and Health Security at the University of Limpopo. The fellowship, hosted in the Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, is a two-year fixed contract, subject to satisfactory annual performance, and offers a tax-free stipend of R300,000 per annum. The fellow will specifically work on projects related to Nutrition in early Childhood Development Centres and the National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP). The programme aims 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 preparing fellows for academic careers. **What you will do** Key responsibilities and expected outputs for this fellowship include: * Lead research programmes within the Food, Nutrition and Health Security niche and collaborate with a mentor in developing and executing innovative research projects. * Secure and manage grant funding for research projects and resources. * Build strong research alliances across the African continent. * Conduct research and publish results in accredited journals, write books and book chapters, write policy briefs, and engage multiple stakeholders. * Disseminate knowledge through accredited conference engagements and promote research practice through internal colloquia, seminars, and workshops. * Participate in postgraduate student research supervision and mentorship. * Produce at least 4 accredited journal publications over the two-year fellowship. * Deliver several conference presentations at national and international scientific meetings. * Submit at least one competitive external research grant application. * Prepare research reports for stakeholders. * Contribute to postgraduate student supervision and capacity development. * Collaborate on publications with the host supervisor and research team. * Participate in multidisciplinary research projects within the Faculty and University. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Applicants must have a doctorate degree in Dietetics/Public Health Nutrition/Public Health or any discipline/sub-discipline related to the subject areas of Food, Nutrition and Health Security. * Applicants must be within 5 years of completing their doctoral degree. * Applicants must be willing to travel and reside close to the University of Limpopo, Limpopo Province, South Africa. * Applicants should have a research track record relevant to the opportunity, evidenced in publications. * Applicants must be willing to work in multidisciplinary research environments. * Applicants should have a clear related research agenda focused on African challenges, and be keen to develop a strong international standing and research reputation. * Applicants should have access to readily available research data, or be able to collect and acquire such data, to accomplish the main tasks of the research agenda, and commitments and responsibilities during the fellowship. * Applicants must have good oral and written communication skills. * Applicants must have computer literacy skills. * Applicants must be able to add value to the academic culture of the University. * Eligible women are strongly encouraged to apply for these positions. **Who should apply** This fellowship is ideal for recent doctoral graduates (within 5 years of completion) holding a doctorate in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, Public Health, or a related discipline focusing on Food, Nutrition, and Health Security. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated research track record, a clear agenda focused on African challenges, and a keen interest in developing an international research reputation. They should be willing to reside near the University of Limpopo and travel as required, and possess strong communication and computer literacy skills. The role suits individuals eager for structured postdoctoral training to enhance advanced research skills, increase publication output, engage in community-engaged scholarship, and prepare for an academic career, specifically working on Nutrition in early Childhood Development Centres and the National School Nutrition Programme. Eligible women are strongly encouraged to apply. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/postdoctoral-research-fellowship-food-nutrition-and-health-security-university-of-limpopo Source: myjobmag

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