The UCT Financial Innovation Hub (the Hub) is looking for a Junior Research Fellow to join the team. Nestled at the University of Cape Town, the Hub brings together the greatest minds on the African continent to lead in the research and innovation of financial technologies. With the overarching goal of creating a local ecosystem of academics, students, and entrepreneurs, the Hub comprises four pillars: academic research, education, innovation, and community building.
The position of Junior Research Fellow involves providing research assistance to the Hub and conducting independent research in financial technologies. You will be required to conduct exploratory research in the financial technology field and write academic articles, policy briefs, and conference blog posts.
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Job type: Part-Time, Hybrid
Salary: R227,040.00 p.a.
Application deadline: 7 April 2025
Minimum requirements
- Qualifications: Honours degree
- Skills: Research support, data analysis, written communication, teamwork, collaboration, conceptual thinking, continuous learning and flexibility
- Knowledge: Finance/Economics
As a Junior Research Fellow, you would report to the Director of the Hub.
To apply for this position, complete the application formwith all the relevant attachments.
