DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (DUT) VACANCIES

 
 
SENIOR LECTURER/LECTURER
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 22 November 2024
 
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Civil Engineering & Geomatics
Minimum experience: Associate
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
 
Job Description
Senior Lecturer: 

• PhD or equivalent NQF level 10 qualification in Civil Engineering, with an undergraduate qualification in Civil Engineering.
• At least 5 years of academic and/or professional experience in Structural Engineering.
• Evidence of research and postgraduate supervision, with at least 3 DHET accredited publications in the past 5 years.

Lecturer

• Masters or equivalent NQF level 9 qualification in Civil Engineering, with an undergraduate qualification in Civil Engineering.
• At least 3 years of academic and/or professional experience in Structural Engineering.
• Evidence of research and postgraduate supervision will be an added advantage.

 
Additional Recommendations:

• Good communication and lecturing skills
• A strong passion for teaching and research
• Knowledge of Engineering application software
• Good research track record or relevant research experience and an ability and desire to advance research development in the Department.
• Professional registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa

 
Summary of Duties:

• Teaching, assessing, and supervising at all levels.
• Development of learning material for Civil Engineering courses
• The successful candidate is expected to supervise or be actively involved in research in the Department.
• Teaching, assessing, and supervising at all relevant levels.
• Responsible for modules per year following fair workload distribution.
• Development of learning materials for different courses.
• Actively involved in research and/or post-graduate supervision in the department.
• Assist with administrative and other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department or representative as delegated.
• Contribute/lead curriculum design.
• Assist with the department in the delivery of quality teaching and learning.
• Assist with lecturing BEng Tech Honours modules after hours.

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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/SENIOR LECTURER & HOD - FOOD NUTRITION: CONSUMER SCIENCE
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 18 November 2024
 
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Applied Sciences
Business Unit: Food Nutrition: Consumer Science
Minimum experience: Director
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
 
Job Description
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT
Minimum requirements:

• PhD in the relevant discipline
• relevance in this context will depend on the cluster of academic programs located in the department Associate Professors, Professors, or Senior Lecturers
• Five (5) years’ experience in higher education and academic leadership Scholarship

 
Duration

• Five (5) years fixed contract, renewable for one additional term based on performance

 
Summary of duties

• Dealing with student queries and complaints regarding the Department/Programme.
• Managing and supervising staff which includes: -
  • The allocation of workload
  • Approval of leave
• Enhancing staff relations and building the team towards a student-centered department.
• Attending to matters such as study leave, grievances, disputes, training & development
• Appointment of part-time and replacement staff.
• Dealing with student queries and complaints regarding the Department/Programme.
• Program and project budgeting.
• Enhancing Faculty projects, e.g., Postgraduate Recruitment and supervision, Siyaphumelela, FYSE, Orientation, and Graduation.
• Provide leadership to the department in respect of Teaching & Learning and Research.
• Represent the department in relevant forums.

Contact Person: PF. Zulu
Email: Preciousz2@dut.ac.za
Position status: Permanent ( Headship- 5-year contract)
 Publication: Internal and External
 
Please complete an official application for employment form from our website www.dut.ac.za and send a detailed cover letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for and a certified copy of the highest qualification to simplify hr.

1. Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates
2. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered

 
Closing date: 15 October 2024
 
“While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be in terms of the University’s equity policy” “The University reserves the right not to appoint”
 
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LECTURER, ENGLISH AND COMMUNICATION
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Job Details
Division: Faculty of Arts & Design
Business Unit: Media Language & communication
Minimum experience: Associate
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Education
 
Job Description
Durban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain.
According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, namely ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’. These are interwoven intrinsically by a number of double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double-helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour.
The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all its people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that was been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 of Universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large.
 
APPLICATIONS ARE IN THE ADVERT IS OPEN TO EXTERNAL CANDIDATES THROUGH THE DUT WEBSITE AND LINKEDIN.
 
DEPARTMENT OF MEDIA, LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION
(ENGLISH AND COMMUNICATION)
POST: 1444
Lecturer

• A Master’s qualification in English/Communication Science/ Linguistics or Applied Communication or Education specialising in English Language or Literature or a related discipline. A candidate with a doctorate degree will be given preference.
• At least 3 years of teaching experience at the tertiary level or 3 years’ experience in the relevant professional field.

 
Additional Recommendations

• The ability to use a wide range of computer applications.
• Experience in the use of innovative teaching and learning technologies, including online teaching
• Evidence of a research track record.

 
Summary of duties:
The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Teach and examine in the Programme English and Communication and some General Education modules as required.
• Develop materials, including for online learning.
• Contribute towards the Programme’s research plan.
• Contribute towards the Programme’s curriculum development project.
• Participate in agreed departmental/faculty projects or committees.
• Undertake duties as assigned by the Programme Co-ordinator/HoD.

 
Competencies

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organisational and planning skills.
• Good research skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Strong team orientation.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Administration and management skills.
• Continuous learning perspective.
• Strong learner focus.
• Professional/technical knowledge and skills.

 
Contact Person: Ms Geraldene Govindasamy
Email Address:  govindag@dut.ac.za
Status of Position: Permanent
 
Applications should include:

• A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from dut.ac.za (under the QUICK LINKS tab - @careers)
• A detailed curriculum vita (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above-mentioned fields)
• Covering letter.
• Certified copies of all academic records and certificates
• Current contact information of referees
• No manual applications will be accepted, and incomplete applications will be disregarded.

 
Kindly note:
Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only.  Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered.
“While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy”
 
The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.
 
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LECTURER : POST NUMBER: H411- DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 15 November 2024
 
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Management Sciences
Business Unit: Human Resources Management
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
 
Job Description
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT  

LECTURER : POST NUMBER: H411
 
MINIMUM ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s Degree and undergraduate study in the field of Human Resources Management
• At least 3 years teaching experience in the field of Human Resources Management.
• Evidence of teaching and record of research publications in accredited journals.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities. 
• Strong mathematical background and a good academic record.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are registered for a PhD.
• A proven track record of research with having produced/published a research output in the preceding three years.
• Active participation in professional, industry and or community engagement.

 
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Commercial or industrial related experience.
• Demonstrate innovative thinking towards teaching and learning. 
• Availability to work at other DUT campuses, in the evenings and weekends and sometimes away from campus.
• Conduct teaching, learning and assessment using a blended mode
• An NRF rating or potential to obtain an NRF rating.

 
SUMMARY OF DUTIES

• Provide leadership towards the department’s strategic plan on teaching, research and engaged scholarship.
• Make major contributions to the academic quality by providing leadership of all aspects of offerings associated with Human Resources Management in the Department
• Lead, develop, design and review all learning content associated with Human Resources Management.
• Conduct research and publish in high impact DHET-accredited journals.
• Contribute to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the department.
• Present at accredited conferences, workshops and seminars to enhance scholarly knowledge.
• Develop collaborative relationships with relevant external stakeholder from government, civic society, industry and other professional organisations.
• Serve in various administrative committees in the department, faculty and institution.
• Serve as a leader in mentoring others in teaching, learning and research.
• Give guidance in curriculum design and implementation in the department and faculty.
• Take responsibility for the teaching, learning and assessing of modules offered, at all levels and associated with the programme in the Department
• Make major contributions to the academic quality by providing leadership of all aspects of offerings associated with the Management / Entrepreneurship in the Department
• Lead, develop, design and review all learning content associated with Management and Entrepreneurship
• Plan and organize educational field trips for students
• Promote community engagement within the department
• Promote community engagement within the Department.

 
OTHER COMPETENCIES
 Ability to set high standards and work to achieve success.

• Ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address work-related problems.
• Ability to strictly follow work regulations.
• Show high levels of professionalism at all times, display a good-natured attitude and work well with colleagues.
• Demonstrate a student-centred approach to teaching and learning.
• Ability to effectively use online platforms like MS Teams and Moodle in teaching and learning.
• Ability to effectively communicate and express issues with clarity.

 
Contact Person: Pirya Naidoo/Maud Mthembu
Contact Email: careers@dut.ac.za
Status of Academic Position:  Permanent
Salary: Market Related
 
Applications should include:

• A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from www.dut.ac.za (under the QUICK LINKS tab - @careers)
• A detailed curriculum vita (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above-mentioned fields)
• Covering
• Certified copies of all academic records and certificates
• Current contact information of referees
• No manual applications will be accepted and incomplete applications will be
• Please email application to careers@dut.ac.za and quote the post reference and post description in the subject line.

 
CLOSING DATE: 15 NOVEMBER 2024
 
Please note:
“The University reserves the right not to appoint” or to re-advertise to widen the pool of applicants Verification will be conducted on preferred candidates only.
DUT reserves the right to do a complete verification of the information you have provided.
DUT reserves the right to contact your referees or request additional referees.
While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given in terms of the University’s Equity Plan, with specific consideration for Female candidates.
 
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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - FINANCIAL AID
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Contract
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Closing Date 15 November 2024
 
Job Details
Division: Registrar
Business Unit: Financial Aid
Minimum experience: Internship
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
 
Job Description
Durban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain.
 
According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, namely ‘people- centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’. These are interwoven intrinsically by a number of double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double-helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour.
 
The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all its people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that was been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 of Universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large.
 
Applications are invited from interested person(s) for the under mentioned post.



FINANCIAL AID - ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
(12 MONTH CONTRACT POSITION)
REF: FA02; FA03; FA11 & FA12 (DURBAN)
To provide administrative support to the Financial Aid team in the implementation of policies, procedures and systems in order to ensure excellent customer service and alignment with the objectives of the Financial Aid function and DUT.
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• M+3 qualification in Business Administration, Office Management or Accounting related.
• One-year Higher Education Experience

 
 EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE

• Office environment experience
• Computer literacy (MS Office/ Excel)
• Good communication skills
• Good administrative & organizational skills
• Basic knowledge of ITS systems

 
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
GENERAL OFFICE DUTIES

• Full Bursary Administration
• Maintain on-line filing system
• Updating of students correspondence
• Receiving, verifying forms
• Data capturing
• Enforce current internal processes
• Other duties assigned by line manager

CUSTOMER ADVICE & SUPPORT

• Assisting students at Reception.
• Resolving queries where possible.
• Referral of students to relevant Financial Aid Counsellors & Seniors.
• Attending to student queries via different platforms
• Initial screening of students ' queries before referrals.
• Advising students of their application status.
• Disseminate Financial Aid Information.
• Booking of student appointments for sponsor visits.
• Assisting with Bursary applications/other logistical duties.

 TEAM PARTICIPATION

• Maintains sound relationships with colleagues and contributes to team effort.
• Ensures personal & professional self-development.

 SYSTEMS

• Viewing student records.
• Submits weekly & monthly work and statistics reports to Senior Financial Aid Counsellor.
• Give monthly feedback to Financial Aid team during Departmental meetings.
• Ability to effectively communicate and express issues with clarity.

 
Contact Person: Pirya Naidoo
Contact Email: careers@dut.ac.za
Status of Academic Position: Contract 
Salary: Market Related
 
Applications should include:

• A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from www.dut.ac.za (under the QUICK LINKS tab - @careers)
• A detailed curriculum vita (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above-mentioned fields)
• Covering
• Certified copies of all academic records and certificates
• Current contact information of referees
• No manual applications will be accepted and incomplete applications will be
• Please email application to careers@dut.ac.za and quote the post reference and post description in the subject line.

 
CLOSING DATE: 15 NOVEMBER 2024
 
Please note:
“The University reserves the right not to appoint” or to re-advertise to widen the pool of applicants Verification will be conducted on preferred candidates only.
DUT reserves the right to do a complete verification of the information you have provided.
DUT reserves the right to contact your referees or request additional referees.
While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given in terms of the University’s Equity Plan, with specific consideration for Female candidates.
 
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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 17 November 2024
 
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Accounting & Informatics
Business Unit: Information Systems
Minimum experience: Director
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Information Technology
 
Job Description
Durban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain.
According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, namely ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial.” These are interwoven intrinsically by a number of double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double-helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour.
The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all it’s people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that has been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large.
 
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FROM INTERESTED PERSON(S) FOR THE UNDER MENTIONED POSTS.  THE ADVERT IS OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES THROUGH DUT WEBSITE
 
Department of Information Systems
Associate Professors (Information Systems) x 2 positions
Ref: Post 1463, Post 1464
 
Minimum Requirements
Associate Professor:

•  A relevant Doctorate Degree and an undergraduate degree in Information Systems/Information Technology/Electronic Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science
• A minimum of seven DHET accredited publications/creative output over the preceding three years;
• Successful postgraduate supervision of at least two Master’s and one Doctorate
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in higher education

 
Recommendations:  

• Teaching experience at a University of Technology
• Teaching experience in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) discipline
• Expertise in ICT
• Experience in curriculum development
• Experience in innovative teaching and learning technologies, including e-learning.

 
Summary of duties:
The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Teach and examine at undergraduate and post-graduate levels and supervise Master’s students in ICT related Programmes as assigned by the HOD and/or Programme Coordinator;
• Carry out duties related to level coordination, curriculum development, teaching, research and community engagement;
• Attend and contribute to Programme, Department, Faculty and University staff meeting, programme planning and promotion of the discipline;
• Assume Headship responsibilities should circumstance demand for an appointee at the level of Professor, Associate Professor or Senior Lecturer; and
• Contribute to the Programme’s research endeavours.

 
Salary: Market related plus benefits
Contact Person: G Govindasamy
Email Address: careers@dut.ac.za
Status of Position: Permanent
 
Applications should include:

• A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from dut.ac.za (under the QUICK LINKS tab - @careers)
• A detailed curriculum vita (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above mentioned fields)
• Covering letter.
• Certified copies of all academic records and certificates
• Current contact information of referees
• No manual applications will be accepted and incomplete applications will be disregarded.
• Please email application to careers@dut.ac.za and quote the post reference and post description in the subject line

 
Kindly note:
Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only.  Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. You will be required to do a short lecture presentation during the interview.
 
“While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy”


The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment
 
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SENIOR LECTURER, INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 10 November 2024
 
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Accounting & Informatics
Business Unit: Information Systems
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Information Technology
Job Description
Department of Information Systems
Senior Lecturers
Ref: Post 1657, Post 1465
 
Senior Lecturer:

• A completed Doctorate Degree, and an undergraduate study in the field of Information Systems/Information Technology/Electronic Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science.
• At least 5 years lecturing experience in the field of Information Systems at University level.*
• Candidates must demonstrate scholarship of teaching and must have produced/ published three research outputs (e.g. accredited book, chapter in a book, accredited creative output, patent, review article, journal article, peer-reviewed conference proceedings, etc.) in the preceding three years.*
• Successful supervision of at least one postgraduate student at Master’s level
• Senior academic experience within a University context.
• Active participation in professional, industry and or community activities.

 
Note:
Applicants with Doctoral qualifications who do not meet requirements marked by * will be considered for a Lecturer position.
 
SUMMARY OF DUTIES

• Make major contributions to the academic quality by providing leadership of all aspects of offerings associated with
• Take responsibility for the teaching, learning and assessing of offerings associated with
• Lead, develop, design and review all learning content associated with
• Contribute to the research environment by helping and supporting colleagues with the supervision of post graduate students
• General administrative duties assigned by the HOD

 
Salary: Market related, plus benefits

Contact Person: Ms G Govindasamy
Email Address: careers@dut.ac.za
Status of Position: Permanent
 
Applications should include:

• A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from dut.ac.za (under the QUICK LINKS tab - @careers)
• A detailed curriculum vita (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above mentioned fields)
• Covering letter.
• Certified copies of all academic records and certificates
• Current contact information of referees
• No manual applications will be accepted and incomplete applications will be disregarded.
• Please email application to careers@dut.ac.za and quote the post reference and post description in the subject line

 
Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to:  Careers@dut.ac.za
 
Kindly note:
Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only.  Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. You will be required to do a short lecture presentation for the interview.
 
“While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy”


The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment
 
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