University of Johannesburg GES 4.0 for Societal Impact
Funding for UJ Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (2nd Call)
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has announced an ambitious initiative under the Vice Chancellor’s Vision and Drive to provide 1000 Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (PDRFs). This program is aligned with the UJ Strategic Plan 2035, focusing on societal impact, sustainability, global footprint, and innovation in research. These fellowships aim to attract top-tier doctoral graduates worldwide and nurture them into leading researchers.
Fellowship Details:
The UJ Postdoctoral Research Fellowships are structured as two 12-month terms, with the second term renewable based on performance. This initiative seeks to foster research excellence, enabling postdoctoral fellows to contribute significantly to their fields.
Fields of Study & Available Fellowships:
- College of Business and Economics: 48 fellowships
- Faculty of Art, Design, and Architecture—12 fellowships
- Faculty of Education: 9 fellowships
- Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment: 42 fellowships
- Faculty of Health Sciences: 40 fellowships
- Faculty of Humanities: 20 fellowships
- Faculty of Law: 13 fellowships
- Faculty of Science: 60 fellowships
- Johannesburg Business School—12 fellowships
Expectations from Postdoctoral Fellows:
Selected postdoctoral research fellows will work under discipline-specific supervisors and will engage in various academic and research activities, including:
- Attending capacity-building initiatives
- Co-supervising postgraduate students
- Applying for research funding
- Presenting research results at conferences and seminars
- Publishing in peer-reviewed journals
- Networking and collaborations
- Co-authoring research papers and books
Fellows must commit to a full-time research position at UJ and are not permitted to hold other employment simultaneously.
Fellowship Benefits:
- A tax-free fellowship stipend of R250,000 per annum for each 12-month term.
- No relocation or accommodation expenses are included.
- Fellows are encouraged to apply for additional research funding independently.
Eligibility and requirements:
To qualify for the UJ Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a PhD/Doctoral Degree (NQF 10), awarded within the last five years.
- Ensure the doctoral qualification is relevant to the proposed research.
- Must not have exceeded five years as a postdoctoral researcher.
- Demonstrate strong research and academic potential.
- Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
Visit and how to apply:
Interested candidates should apply by completing the official UJ 2025 PDRF Application Form available at: https://app.sintelforms.com/Anon?f=lgjad7cd8d
🗓 Application Deadline: 31-August-2025
Additionally, candidates interested in research linked to socioeconomic impact and sustainability can explore the UJ Global Excellence and Status (GES) 4.0 Societal Impact Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at: 📌 https://go.uj.ac.za/GES-PDRF.
Deadline for GES funding: 7-April-2025.
Conclusion:
The University of Johannesburg’s 1000 Postdoctoral Research Fellowships are a prestigious opportunity for young researchers to advance their careers, contribute to global research, and be part of groundbreaking innovations. With competitive funding, access to world-class research facilities, and professional growth prospects, this program sets a new benchmark for postdoctoral research in South Africa and beyond.
Aspiring researchers worldwide are encouraged to apply before the deadline and be part of this transformative journey! 🚀
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