Head of Research and Internalization

SACAP (The South African College of Applied Psychology) South Africa (Remote)

Full-time Remote Closes 13 Nov 2026 · Today

South Africa (Remote) Full-time Remote Closes 13 Nov 2026

This is a full-time position for the Head of Research and Internalization at SACAP, which stands for the South African College of Applied Psychology. SACAP is a well-known college offering psychology, counseling, human resources, business management, and social work qualifications across South Africa, including Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg, Pretoria, and online. The role is based remotely, meaning you can work from anywhere in the country.

You will be responsible for creating and leading SACAP’s research strategy to improve teaching, quality assurance, and discipline-based research. This includes developing plans to strengthen SACAP’s reputation in research within the higher education sector. You will also work to build partnerships with national and international organizations to increase the impact of SACAP’s research on society, professional practice, and advocacy.

Another key part of the job is supporting and developing SACAP’s academic staff to engage in research and produce high-quality scholarly work. This involves setting up policies, training programs, and resources to help staff grow their research skills. You will ensure that research activities follow ethical guidelines and comply with all relevant regulations.

To qualify for this role, you must have a doctoral degree (PhD) and a strong record of research, including published work in peer-reviewed journals. Experience in managing institutional research, developing staff research capacity, and working in higher education leadership is essential. You should also understand research ethics, research governance, and compliance requirements.

Key skills include designing and analyzing research projects, writing scholarly articles, and building research strategies. Strong leadership, collaboration, and mentorship abilities are important, as well as the ability to interpret data and communicate findings clearly. Personal qualities such as integrity, a focus on evidence, and a collaborative approach are also required.

This is a permanent full-time position with standard working hours from Monday to Friday. The exact salary range is not mentioned, but the role offers the opportunity to lead a significant research initiative in a respected educational institution. Benefits may include professional development opportunities and the chance to work with a diverse team across multiple campuses.