Postdoctoral Fellow – Conservation Endocrinology

The National Zoological Garden (NZG) is a rapidly transforming facility and is part of the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI). It has an impressive animal collection, one breeding centre as well as a wildlife research centre. The NZG is well placed as an education and awareness platform for visitors comprising of educators, learners, students, special interest groups and the general public. The following challenging opportunity is in a process of being filled.

The successful applicant will be expected to perform the following duties:

• Design, initiate and promote research projects within the field of Conservation Endocrinology
• Acquisition and supervision of post-graduate students
• Publishing research results in peer reviewed ISI accredited journals
• Presentation at and attendance of National and International conferences and workshops in related field
• Establishment of key-collaborative relationships with National and International parties
• Successful applications for research funding to support the research
• Administrative duties related to the research group and budget management
• Responsible to manage the Conservation Endocrinology Laboratories located at the National Zoological Garden, SANBI

Minimum Requirements:

The candidates must be a South African citizen and should have a capacity and willingness to work independently and lead research efforts. The postdoctoral fellowships are open to anyone who has a PhD (at least submitted if not awarded) obtained within the last five years that is related to conservation endocrinology. The applicants must demonstrate expertise in laboratory and analytical analyses of data through prior training, peer reviewed publications, or work experience. The successful candidates will work as part of an interdisciplinary team of researchers. Previous postdoctoral experience in wildlife endocrinology and enzyme immunoassay techniques will be advantageous.

Bursary value: Successful candidate will receive an annual salary of R350 000. Running expenses to cover project costs will be provided.

Interested applicants are requested to send applications (with a cover letter and comprehensive CV) to the address below. Short-listed candidates who are invited to an interview will be expected to demonstrate proof of the above Key Competencies and Minimum Requirements.

• Enquiries can be directed to Mr. Lefa Maremagae, Human Resources at 012 339 2700.

Applications should be forwarded to:

HR Practitioner: Generalist
Email: nzg.recruitment@sanbi.org.za

Subject: Postdoctoral Fellow – Conservation Endocrinology

The National Zoological Garden, South African National Biodiversity Institute is committed to employment equity and redress. The NZG reserves the right not to fill this position. Should you not hear from us within 30 days from the closing date consider your application as being unsuccessful. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates.