The University of the Free State (UFS) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for a postdoctoral fellowship in the School of Biomedical Sciences, UFS-Next Generation Sequencing Unit. Candidates interested in pursuing an academic or professional career in biomedical research, with special research interest in pathogen genomics and genomic surveillance, are encouraged to apply.

The fellowship will enable an outstanding doctoral graduate to obtain experience of research and innovation at a higher education institution under the mentorship of established researchers.