Stellenbosch CREST and SciSTIP Postdoctoral Research Fellows in Scientometrics
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch University is recruiting two postdoctoral research fellows for CREST and SciSTIP projects led by Prof Johann Mouton in scientometrics, bibliometrics and African science studies. Apply by 15 October 2026; the advert does not state an award amount.
CREST and the NRF-DSTI Centre of Excellence in Scientometrics and STI Policy (SciSTIP) at Stellenbosch University have two postdoctoral research fellow openings. Fellows will join projects led by Professor Johann Mouton. The research covers scientometrics, bibliometrics, sociology and history of science, with a current focus on science in Africa.
The fellowships are offered for two years, with renewal subject to performance and funding. The official advert does not state the fellowship amount. To apply, download the CREST application form from the official vacancy page, complete it, and email it with a comprehensive CV and publication list to Marthie van Niekerk at mvn3@sun.ac.za. Ask referees to email confidential reports by the closing date, 15 October 2026. The advert requests two referees in the CV, while the linked form has space for three; check both before submission. Official notice: https://www0.sun.ac.za/crest/postdoc-092026/
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Benefits
The official notice offers two postdoctoral fellowships for two years, renewable subject to performance and available funds. It does not state a fellowship amount.
Eligibility summary
Applicants must have received a PhD within the last five years. The notice allows any discipline, with a preference for quantitative subjects such as computer science, data science, engineering, mathematics or statistics. It does not state nationality restrictions.
Requirements
Applicants should demonstrate published peer-reviewed research. Experience with large relational databases and programming in R, SQL or Python is recommended. The research spans scientometrics, bibliometrics and studies of African science.
Documents required
Completed CREST application form, comprehensive CV with full publication list and referee details. Ask referees to send confidential reports directly to mvn3@sun.ac.za by 15 October 2026. Check the current form’s referee fields against the advert.
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