This is a permanent position for an Associate Professor or Professor in Geological Sciences at the University of the Free State, located in Bloemfontein, Free State. The role includes a 5-year contract as the Academic Head of Department. Responsibilities include teaching, research, securing funding, supervising students, and leading departmental strategy. Requirements: PhD in Geological Sciences, NRF rating (C3 for Associate Professor, C1/C2 for Professor), research publications, and leadership experience. Benefits include pension, medical aid, housing allowance, and study benefits. Salary upon request.