UFS Coordinator and Researcher Jobs 2026
The University of the Free State is recruiting for eight posts in the Free State, most based in Bloemfontein. All eight listings give a closing date of 2 November 2026. Apply through the UFS recruitment link included with each listing below.
At a glance
- Employer
- University of the Free State
- Posts
- 8
- Provinces
- Free State
- Earliest Closing
- 2 November 2026
- How To Apply
- Open the UFS recruitment link for the post you want and apply through that listing.
Jump to a post (8)
- University of the Free State Programme Coordinator Vacancy 2026
- UFS Residence Head: Female On-Campus Residence Vacancy 2026
- University of the Free State: Senior Lecturer in Entomology Vacancy 2026
- University of the Free State Communication Officer Vacancy 2026
- University of the Free State: Simulation Coordinator Vacancy 2026
- UFS Teaching and Learning Coordinator Vacancy 2026
- University of the Free State Medical Officer Vacancy 2026
- Researcher Vacancy 2026 at University of the Free State
University of the Free State Programme Coordinator Vacancy 2026 — Bloemfontein, Free State
This five-year contract role is based in Bloemfontein and leads an academic programme’s planning and governance. Day to day, the coordinator oversees operations such as enrolment planning, student advising and academic progression, while monitoring programme performance and reporting. The work also covers curriculum reviews, quality assurance, accreditation and engagement with staff, students, industry partners and other stakeholders. It may suit someone who wants to connect programme administration with teaching quality, student success and the programme’s longer-term relevance.
Full listing on GovNet JobsUFS Residence Head: Female On-Campus Residence Vacancy 2026 — Bloemfontein, Free State
Based at a female on-campus residence in Bloemfontein, this full-time secondary-position contract appointment runs for three years. The Residence Head helps manage the residence and build a diverse community that supports learning and student development. Duties include reporting on programmes and challenges, keeping residence documents, supporting the code of conduct and raising maintenance needs. The role also includes managing residence finances and coordinating health and safety matters, so it suits someone prepared to balance community leadership with practical residence operations.
Full listing on GovNet JobsUniversity of the Free State: Senior Lecturer in Entomology Vacancy 2026 — Free State
This full-time academic post in the Free State combines teaching, research and departmental work in Entomology, invertebrates and genetics. The Senior Lecturer teaches undergraduate and postgraduate modules, supervises Honours, Master’s and doctoral students, and contributes to curriculum development. Research duties include publishing in accredited peer-reviewed journals, while the post also involves administration and community engagement. It may suit an established Zoology specialist who wants a role spanning classroom teaching, postgraduate supervision and a continuing research programme.
What you need
The stated qualification is a PhD at NQF Level 10 in Zoology, specialising in Entomology or invertebrates. The advert also asks for higher-education teaching experience, experience supervising graduated MSc students, conference presentation experience, national recognition for specialist expertise and research, and a record of relevant accredited publications. It states that an NRF rating must be submitted or dem…
University of the Free State Communication Officer Vacancy 2026 — Bloemfontein, Free State
Based in Bloemfontein, this full-time faculty communication and marketing post supports student recruitment, alumni engagement and faculty activities. The officer develops and maintains content for digital, print and promotional channels, and manages faculty social media and website information. The work also includes campaigns for programme recruitment, Open Days, career expos and school visits, plus materials for events and publications such as guides and newsletters. It may suit a communications professional comfortable coordinating content across channels and working with university departments, schools and faculty colleagues.
Full listing on GovNet JobsUniversity of the Free State: Simulation Coordinator Vacancy 2026 — Bloemfontein, Free State
This renewable one-year contract in Bloemfontein supports clinical skills teaching and simulation-based education. The coordinator helps deliver practical training, demonstrates clinical procedures and supports learners as they develop hands-on skills. The post also involves preparing clinical instructors and lecturers for sessions, recruiting and training standardised patients, and setting up simulation environments. Equipment and manikins must be kept clean, safe and ready for use, making this a practical coordination role for someone interested in the operational side of clinical education.
Full listing on GovNet JobsUFS Teaching and Learning Coordinator Vacancy 2026 — Bloemfontein, Free State
This contract post in Bloemfontein coordinates faculty teaching and learning operations, including plans, calendars, committees and follow-up on agreed actions. The coordinator connects the Deputy Dean, Heads of Department, programme coordinators, the Centre for Teaching and Learning and support services. The work also covers student success initiatives, enrolment and throughput analysis, module capacity arrangements, and class, test and exam timetables. It may suit someone who enjoys organising academic processes while helping faculties respond to student support and scheduling needs.
Full listing on GovNet JobsUniversity of the Free State Medical Officer Vacancy 2026 — Bloemfontein, Free State
This renewable one-year contract combines clinical simulation education, research and innovation at the University of the Free State. The Medical Officer/Researcher develops research in clinical simulation and health professions education, collaborates on projects, supervises postgraduate students and works to publish findings. The role also designs and evaluates simulation-based learning, plans clinical skills sessions and supports practical demonstrations using simulation equipment and manikins. It may suit a medically focused researcher interested in joining scholarly work with hands-on teaching and assessment development.
Full listing on GovNet JobsResearcher Vacancy 2026 at University of the Free State — Bloemfontein, Free State
This one-year contract Researcher post is part of the Hope Project, with the possibility of extension, and is offered by the University of the Free State with Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. The research examines the lives, ministries and public witness of the three most recent Archbishops of Cape Town: Desmond Tutu, Njongonkulu Ndungane and Thabo Makgoba. It explores hope in historical, ecclesial, theological and socio-political contexts, including justice, reconciliation and public theology. The work also aims to produce publishable academic outputs and inform artistic expressions for a wider public.
Full listing on GovNet Jobs