[AfSHG-Listserv] Senior Lecturer/Lecturer Position in Human Genetics at the University of Cape Town

[Dr. Adebowale A. Adeyemo]

Hi everyone,

There is an exciting new opportunity to join the University of Cape Town as a Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Human Genetics. The full announcement is below. 

Further information can also be obtained by contacting Professor Raj Ramesar (Raj.Ramesar at uct.ac.za), Professor and Head: Division of Human Genetics Institute for Infectious Diseases and Molecular Medicine University of Cape Town and Allied Hospitals.

A pdf copy of the announcemnet is attached to share with your colleagues and friends.

Debo

Dr. Adebowale Adeyemo


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Senior Lecturer/Lecturer Position in Human Genetics at the University of Cape Town

In recognition of the growth of the discipline in understanding human health and disease, a new permanent post has been created in the Division of Human Genetics in the Faculty of Health Sciences. We seek an outstanding candidate who is suitably qualified to teach various aspects of Human Genetics at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and who will carry out research in the field of Human Genetics. Applicants should have strong interpersonal skills and be able to work in a collaborative fashion as part of a multidisciplinary team. Prior publication in peer-reviewed journals is essential.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop and teach/co-ordinate the BSc Honours programme and to assist in the development of a new curriculum for the MBChB (Medical undergraduate) programme. The incumbent will also be expected to establish a research profile within the area of Human Genetics, and supervise MSc and PhD students. Research mentorship will be provided by senior members of divisional staff. A PhD and postdoctoral research track record are preferred. In addition, preference will be given to candidates who have teaching experience in Genetics and Molecular Biology, and especially in Statistical Genetics and Bioinformatics. The Divisional Website: (http://www.uct.ac.za/depts/genetics) provides details of current research groupings and activities in the Division of Human Genetics.

The annual remuneration package, including benefits, is: 
• Senior Lecturer – R361 232 • Lecturer – R304 790.

Please send: 
• a letter of motivation 
• your CV (no certificates) 
• a one-page summary of your CV 
• the names, e-mail and telephone details of three contactable referees 

to: 
Mrs F. Nhliziyo, Staff Recruitment & Selection, University of Cape Town, Rondebosch 7700, by August 2008
• tel. 021 650 3003 • e-mail: Fiki.Nhliziyo at uct.ac.za 

Faculty Website: www.health.uct.ac.za.

UCT is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity and redress. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at http://hr.uct.ac.za/policies/ee.php.

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