Partially Funded Postdoctoral Fellowships at Rhodes University in South Africa

Rhodes University invites the candidates to a fellowship opportunity in the department of Economics and Economic History; Hobart Houghton Fellowship for 2022. This fellowship is intended to promote work directly or indirectly relevant to the economic problems of the Eastern Cape, and which could contribute to the development of the region. It is flexible and renewable and will be decided upon in conjunction with the circumstances of the successful applicant and the nature of the research and progress made. It will last four to six months during the second semester of the academic year.

If you join this fellowship, you will have:

• Return direct economy class airfare from your place of residence.
• University accommodation with electricity and water included.
• A monthly cash stipend:
• R5000.00 ($340) to supplement your source of income.
•  or R7500.00 ($510) if you are accompanied by a partner.
• Limited funds will be available for travel and other research expenses. 
• An office in the Department of Economics and Economic History.
• The University provides excellent internet access.

Please note: 

1. The partner's return airfare will also be paid.
2. The amount of the award will be determined on an annual basis. 

You must have:

• A research experience.
• At least a Master's degree in Economics or Agricultural Economics. 
• Sound knowledge of economic analysis.
• The ability of independent, innovative work. 
• Candidates may either be established scholars (possibly on sabbatical leave) or young, promising economists.

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About Rhodes University:

Founded in 1904, the University has a well-established reputation for academic excellence. With just over 8200 students, Rhodes is a small University, which enjoys the distinction of having among the best undergraduate pass and graduation rates in South Africa, outstanding postgraduate success rates, and the best research output per academic staff member.

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