Research Assistant
HSRC (Human Sciences Research Council)
In delivering ‘social science that makes a difference’ in South Africa and the region, the Research Units of the Human Sciences Research Council initiate and undertake policy-oriented research projects and programmes from its offices in Cape Town, Pietermaritzburg, and Pretoria. Its public-purpose mandate is set out in the Human Sciences Research Council Act of 2008.
The Centre for Science, Technology and Innovation Indicators (CeSTII) is a specialist research Centre within the Human Sciences Research Council, dedicated to producing policy-relevant research and statistical analysis in the domains of science, technology, and innovation within the African context. CeSTII has a vision to be a thought and practice leader, as well as an acknowledged site of excellence in its field, and aims to consolidate its position as a value- adding component of South Africa’s national innovation system. CeSTII includes specialists in the area of science, technology, and innovation measurement and policy, as well as economic development and other social science disciplines
The unit seeks to appoint suitably qualified and experienced Research Assistants on a short-term contract (6-months)
