The Nordic Africa Institute (NAI) recently opened the recruitment for a Head of Research.
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The Nordic Africa Institute (NAI) recently opened the recruitment for a Head of Research.
Job Description
NAI is seeking a highly qualified and experienced academic scholar with strong management skills for the position of Head of Research. This is a permanent position, but the appointment as Head of Unit is time-limited to five years. This crucial leadership role involves overseeing the institute’s research agenda, contributing to the implementation of the institute’s strategy, and ensuring the production of high-quality, impactful research that informs Nordic and African policy-makers and indirectly contributes to sustainable development. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background, strong experience in policy engagement, demonstrated leadership skills, and a commitment to the institute’s mission of fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing across diverse perspectives and between science and policy.
Qualifications
- Professor level within a social sciences discipline
- Extensive experience in research leadership and management positions within an academic or policy institution
- Proven track record of publishing high-quality research in peer-reviewed journals
- Demonstrated ability to secure external research funding
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a transdisciplinary and multi-cultural environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Demonstrated and proven commitment to the values of inclusivity, collaboration, and mutual respect
The application
The interested candidates are invited to submit their application, including a cover letter and curriculum vitae, via the NAI online portal.
The deadline to apply is 7 February 2025.