Department of Ichthyology and Fisheries Science The Department of Ichthyology and Fisheries Science invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team. Main Objectives All academics are responsible for disseminating knowledge (teaching and learning), creating knowledge (research), and community engagement, recognizing differences in the execution of these responsibilities within the various departments and Faculties. Academics are also expected to assume administrative, management, and/or leadership duties at the departmental, Faculty, and/or University level and contribute to their profession. In addition, a Professor and Associate Professor provide academic leadership in teaching and learning, research, and community engagement and contribute towards the institution's governance. This leadership contribution of the Professor should be evidenced at the departmental, Faculty and institutional levels. The Requirements Lecturer At least a PhD in Ichthyology or Fisheries Science, or an equivalent cognate discipline with a focus on Fisheries Science. Tutoring, facilitation, or conference presentation experience required. Some teaching experience is an added advantage. Ability to teach in some of the following disciplinary areas: Ichthyology and Fisheries Sciences. Some research supervision of postgraduate degrees is an added advantage. Some research publications are an added advantage. Some administrative experience, albeit in informal contexts (e.g., student or sports clubs), and work experience. Senior Lecturer At least a PhD in Ichthyology or Fisheries Science, or an equivalent cognate discipline with a focus on Fisheries Science. Teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels is required. Experience in teaching some topics related to Ichthyology and Fisheries Science. Research supervision of at least Master’s degree level to completion is required. Emerging national profile in the discipline. Track record of research publications and research grant funding. Track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal). Remuneration Per Annum (Grade SL) Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R 826 322 Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1 069 564 Remuneration Per Annum (Grade L) Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R 667 972 Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R 872 722 Closing Date 08 June 2026 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. All appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022 and Rhodes University's Recruitment and Selection policies. #J-18808-Ljbffr