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DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (DUT) VACANCIES
DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (DUT)
PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/SENIOR LECTURER & HOD
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 30 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Civil Engineering & Geomatics
Minimum experience: Executive
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Full Professor
Minimum requirements
- PhD/Doctorate in the Civil Engineering field of study and a minimum of 10 years of teaching experience.
- Sustained research track record of publications in accredited journals.
- Track record of supervision of postgraduates and leadership of research groups.
- Sustained track record of external funding.
- Evidence of collaborative linkages.
- Evidence of external engagement.
- Registrable with ECSA as a professional engineer or technologist.
Summary of duties
- Teach Civil Engineering subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Supervise postgraduate students.
- Coordination of the academic and research programs.
- Participation in community engagement projects.
Associate Professor
• PhD or equivalent NQF level 10 qualification in Civil engineering
• At least 7 years of academic and/or professional experience.
• Evidence of sustained peer-reviewed publications, with at least 7 DHET-accredited research outputs in the past 3 years.
• Evidence of sustained successful postgraduate supervision, with at least 1 Doctoral and 2 Master's students to completion.
or
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 urban or transportation engineering design.
• Evidence of research and postgraduate supervision, with at least 3 DHET-accredited publications in the past 3 years.
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.
• Responsible for modules per year following a 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 delegated by the Head of Department or representative.
• Contribute to or lead curriculum design.
• Assist the department in the delivery of quality teaching and learning.
Headship duties
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-centred department.
- Attending to matters such as study leave, grievances, disputes, training & development.
- Appointment of part-time and replacement staff.
- Programme and project budgeting.
- Enhancing Faculty projects, e.g., Postgraduate Recruitment and supervision, Siyaphumelela, FYSE, Orientation, Graduation.
- Represent the department in relevant fora.
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SENIOR LECTURERS / LECTURES (2)
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 24 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Electrical Power Engineering
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
SENIOR LECTURERS (2)
Minimum Requirements
Summary of Duties
OR
LECTURES
Minimum Requirements
Additional Requirements
Summary of Duties
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SENIOR LECTURERS / LECTURES (2)
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 24 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Electrical Power Engineering
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
SENIOR LECTURERS (2)
Minimum Requirements
- Doctoral Degree or equivalent NQF level 10 qualification in Engineering, with an undergraduate qualification in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
- At least 5 years of teaching/professional experience.
- Evidence of research and postgraduate supervision, with at least 3 DHET-accredited publications in the past 3 years.
- Evidence of completed postgraduate supervision of at least one MEng graduate.
- Experience in General Power Systems, High Voltage Engineering, Electrical Machines, and Engineering Design.
- Good communication and lecturing skills.
- A strong passion for teaching and research.
- Professional registration with ECSA.
- Good research track record or relevant research experience, and an ability and desire to advance research development in the department.
- Eligible to start applying for the NRF rating.
- Evidence of some external funding.
- Able to lecture on subjects of Power Electronics, Electromagnetic Field Theory, Electrical Machines, Power Systems, and/ or High Voltage Engineering
Summary of Duties
- Teaching, assessing, and supervising at all relevant levels.
- Responsible for at least two modules per semester in accordance with fair workload distribution. This may include one B Eng Tech Honours level module, a semester after hours (part-time), once a week.
- Development of learning materials and subject files for different courses.
- Supervise B Eng Tech and B Eng Tech Honours projects and be 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.
- To serve as chair of a specialty area on a rotational basis.
- To lead, or contribute to, curriculum design.
- To assist the department in the delivery of quality teaching and learning.
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LECTURES
Minimum Requirements
- A Master's degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
- At least 3 years of academic and/or professional/industrial experience.
- Evidence of research and/or proof of registration for a PhD.
- Experience in General Power Systems, High Voltage Engineering, Electrical Machines, and Engineering Design.
Additional Requirements
- Primary qualifications accredited by a professional body such as the Engineering Council of South Africa.
- Good communication and lecturing skills, effective people management skills, and adherence to workplace etiquette.
- Strong interpersonal skills in managing students of diversity and working with a diverse pool of staff.
- Aptitude to learn engineering application software, improve, and engage in professional development activities.
- Good track record of academic progression and/or relevant experience and desire to advance academic and technical development in the department.
Summary of Duties
- Teaching, assessing, and conducting practical sessions at all relevant levels.
- Actively involved in supporting entrepreneurial activities that benefit the DUT community, industry partners, and external stakeholders.
- Provide resources and technical support to students for their practical and projects.
- Responsible for at least two modules per semester, following fair workload distribution.
- Development of learning materials and subject files for different courses.
- Supervise BEng Tech projects and be actively involved in research.
- Assist with administrative and other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department or representative as delegated.
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QUALITY PROMOTION OFFICER
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 17 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Quality Promotions Officer
Minimum requirements
Summary of duties
Desired competencies
Enquiries: Preciousz2@dut.ac.za
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QUALITY PROMOTION OFFICER
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 17 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Quality Promotions Officer
Minimum requirements
- A relevant master’s degree in engineering, Education, Quality Management, or a related field. A PhD degree will be advantageous.
- At least three (3) years of experience in quality assurance, academic administration, or curriculum development within a higher education environment.
- Strong understanding of quality assurance frameworks such as the Council of Higher Education (CHE), Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF) and other relevant regulatory bodies.
- Knowledge of accreditation and programme review processes.
- Excellent analytical, report-writing, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an academic environment.
Summary of duties
- Develop and implement quality assurance and enhancement initiatives in alignment with institutional and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor and evaluate academic programme accreditation, registration, and compliance with national standards.
- Support the faculty in curriculum development, review, and benchmarking processes.
- Facilitate training workshops and awareness programmes on quality assurance matters.
- Assist in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and guidelines related to quality promotion.
- Coordinate faculty self-evaluation processes, external reviews, and improvement plans.
- Prepare reports and provide data-driven insights to inform decision-making and continuous quality improvement.
- Ensure adherence to institutional quality assurance policies and frameworks.
Desired competencies
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Experience in facilitating training and workshops on quality-related matters.
- Proficiency in data analysis and quality management systems.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Enquiries: Preciousz2@dut.ac.za
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LECTURER
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Applied Sciences
Business Unit: Statistics
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Lecturer
Minimum Requirements
Additional Recommendation:
Summary of Duties:
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LECTURER
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Applied Sciences
Business Unit: Statistics
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Lecturer
Minimum Requirements
- A Master's degree in Applied or Mathematical Statistics
- At least 3 years of lecturing experience.
Additional Recommendation:
- Evidence of publication in international and national peer-reviewed journals
- A broad understanding of current research developments and teaching trends within the discipline
- Knowledge and experience of various statistical software packages such as SPSS, SAS, R
- Evidence of engagement in continuous academic development
- Evidence of involvement in community engagement projects
Summary of Duties:
- Management of all matters relating to learning, teaching, and assessment
- Assist in curriculum development
- Assist in the development of industry-specific non-subsidised short courses
- The ability to initiate various research projects and aid in the growth of the research output of the
- department
- To demonstrate effective communication skills, strong leadership abilities, and excellent management
- and administrative skills
- Collaborate and engage with other Universities and key stakeholders in industry
- Experience in e-Learning
- Perform other duties as determined by the Head of Department
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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Chemical Engineering
Minimum experience: Associate
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Associate Professor
Minimum Requirements:
Summary of Duties:
Additional requirements
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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Chemical Engineering
Minimum experience: Associate
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Associate Professor
Minimum Requirements:
- A PhD / Doctorate qualification in Chemical Engineering
- A Degree in Chemical Engineering (e.g, BTech, BEng, BScEng, Advanced Diploma, MTech, MSc, or MEng).
- At least 7 years of teaching experience / professional experience.
- A minimum of seven DHET-accredited publications or creative outputs over the preceding three years.
- Successful postgraduate supervision of at least two Master’s students and one Doctorate student.
- The standard achieved in each of the abovementioned must be of a high level.
- Recipient of grant awards
- Good communication and lecturing skills.
- A strong passion for teaching and research.
- Evidence of leadership in community organizations and participation in activities in the wider community relating specifically to the academic discipline of the candidate and/or involvement in significant activities in professional, cultural, religious, sporting, development, and other fields.
- Bibliometrics to evaluate the quality of research output.
- Registrable as a professional engineer or engineering technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
Summary of Duties:
- Teach Chemical Engineering subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Supervision of postgraduate projects and postgraduate students.
- Development of learning materials for different courses.
- Actively involved in research and research activities.
- Active participation in industrial projects.
- Knowledge of online learning software, g. Moodle, Blackboard, Teams.
- Participation in community engagement projects.
- Assist with administrative duties as delegated.
- Any other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department.
- Registered or qualifies for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
Additional requirements
- Exceptional knowledge of his or her subject matter/discipline.
- Excellent classroom and tutorial performance.
- Effective utilization of innovative teaching and assessment methods.
- Very good communication and human relations skills.
- Excellent performance as an academic advisor who encourages active learning among students.
- Effective design and development of curriculum.
- Papers presented at subject conferences (nationally or internationally).
- Examination of postgraduate students and other indications of peer-reviewed activities.
- Management of research projects/programs.
- Recognition by professional and industrial communities.
- Initiation of high-level courses, development of education methodology, advanced seminars, etc.
- Proven achievement in professional research, creative activities, scholarly writings, and participation in professional activities.
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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Chemical Engineering
Minimum experience: Associate
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Associate Professor
Minimum Requirements:
Summary of Duties:
Additional requirements
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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Chemical Engineering
Minimum experience: Associate
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Associate Professor
Minimum Requirements:
- A PhD / Doctorate qualification in Chemical Engineering
- A Degree in Chemical Engineering (e.g, BTech, BEng, BScEng, Advanced Diploma, MTech, MSc, or MEng).
- At least 7 years of teaching experience / professional experience.
- A minimum of seven DHET-accredited publications or creative outputs over the preceding three years.
- Successful postgraduate supervision of at least two Master’s students and one Doctorate student.
- The standard achieved in each of the abovementioned must be of a high level.
- Recipient of grant awards
- Good communication and lecturing skills.
- A strong passion for teaching and research.
- Evidence of leadership in community organizations and participation in activities in the wider community relating specifically to the academic discipline of the candidate and/or involvement in significant activities in professional, cultural, religious, sporting, development, and other fields.
- Bibliometrics to evaluate the quality of research output.
- Registrable as a professional engineer or engineering technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
Summary of Duties:
- Teach Chemical Engineering subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Supervision of postgraduate projects and postgraduate students.
- Development of learning materials for different courses.
- Actively involved in research and research activities.
- Active participation in industrial projects.
- Knowledge of online learning software, g. Moodle, Blackboard, Teams.
- Participation in community engagement projects.
- Assist with administrative duties as delegated.
- Any other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department.
- Registered or qualifies for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
Additional requirements
- Exceptional knowledge of his or her subject matter/discipline.
- Excellent classroom and tutorial performance.
- Effective utilization of innovative teaching and assessment methods.
- Very good communication and human relations skills.
- Excellent performance as an academic advisor who encourages active learning among students.
- Effective design and development of curriculum.
- Papers presented at subject conferences (nationally or internationally).
- Examination of postgraduate students and other indications of peer-reviewed activities.
- Management of research projects/programs.
- Recognition by professional and industrial communities.
- Initiation of high-level courses, development of education methodology, advanced seminars, etc.
- Proven achievement in professional research, creative activities, scholarly writings, and participation in professional activities.
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ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Minimum experience: Associate
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Academic Development Practitioner
Summary of duties
Competencies and Skills:
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ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Minimum experience: Associate
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Academic Development Practitioner
- An honours degree in Education, Engineering, or Built Environment discipline, or a relevant field.
- At least three (3) years of experience in academic development, curriculum design, or teaching and learning support in a higher education environment.
- Experience in facilitating workshops, training sessions, or academic support initiatives.
- Knowledge of higher education policies, teaching methodologies, and assessment practices.
- Proficiency in using learning management systems and digital teaching tools.
Summary of duties
- Develop and implement academic development initiatives to enhance teaching and learning within the faculty.
- Support staff with curriculum development, innovative teaching strategies, and assessment practices.
- Coordinate and facilitate workshops, training, and mentorship programmes for academic staff.
- Contribute to faculty-wide initiatives to enhance student success, retention, and progression.
- Engage in research on academic development and teaching innovations.
- Provide data-driven insights and reports on teaching and learning effectiveness.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align academic development practices with institutional and national policies.
Competencies and Skills:
- Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse academic environment.
- Proficiency in online and blended learning technologies.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to enhance academic success initiatives.
- Research and report-writing capabilities.
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LECTURERS X 2
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Architecture
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Minimum requirements
Preferred requirements
Summary of duties
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LECTURERS X 2
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Architecture
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Minimum requirements
- An NQF Level 9 Master’s Degree in Architecture (i.e., M. Arch).
- Minimum 2 years of Architectural Practice Experience.
- Eligibility to register as a Professional Architect with SACAP.
- Commitment to register for a PhD in Architecture in the academic year following appointment.
Preferred requirements
- Registration as a Professional Architect with SACAP.
- Previous University Teaching & Learning and Research Experience
- Previous Practice Experience in 4IR, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning within the Architecture Discipline
Summary of duties
- Undertaking Research (including but not limited to Postgraduate Studies, in Accredited Journals, in collaboration with other Academics and Universities).
- Undertaking Community Engagement (including but not limited to Community Projects, Engaging with Industry, Collaboration with other Universities and Organisations).
- Undertaking Teaching, Learning (including but not limited to Curriculum Development) and Assessment in Undergraduate or Postgraduate Programmes.
- Any other duty (aligned with your post) in support of Durban University of Technology, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, and the Department of Architecture, Vision, Mission, and Objectives.
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LECTURERS (2)
Durban University of Technology
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Civil Engineering & Construction Management (Midlands)
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
The Department of Civil Engineering is looking to hire a qualified person for the post of Lecturer in the Construction Studies discipline. The post is a full-time permanent position. The appointment is for the Midlands Diploma Programme.
Minimum Requirements
Additional Requirements
Summary of Duties
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LECTURERS (2)
Durban University of Technology
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Civil Engineering & Construction Management (Midlands)
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
The Department of Civil Engineering is looking to hire a qualified person for the post of Lecturer in the Construction Studies discipline. The post is a full-time permanent position. The appointment is for the Midlands Diploma Programme.
Minimum Requirements
- A relevant Master’s Degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying
- At least 3 years of University teaching/ professional experience
- Good communication and lecturing skills
Additional Requirements
- Qualification that qualifies you to register as a Professional Construction Project Manager or a Professional Quantity Surveyor
- Preference will be given to candidates who are already registered as a Professional Construction Project Manager with the SACPCMP or a Professional Quantity Surveyor with SACQSP
- Evidence of research would be an added advantage
- A strong passion for teaching, research, and community engagement
Summary of Duties
- Required to lecture in Construction Management, Construction Technology, Quantity Surveying, and other related subjects in the Construction Studies programme.
- Undertake and supervise tutorials.
- Knowledge of online learning software, e.g., Moodle, MS Teams.
- Development and writing of learning materials for Construction Studies modules.
- Be willing to participate in curriculum development.
- Active involvement in research activities.
- Active participation in industrial projects.
- Engage in community projects /External Engagement Services, including playing an active role in the functioning of Professional and subject-related associations.
- Undertake administration and other academic duties as assigned by the Head of Department.
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SENIOR LECTURER
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Civil Engineering & Geomatics
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
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.
- Registrable with ECSA as a professional engineer or technologist.
Lecturer
- Master's 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.
- Registrable with ECSA as a professional engineer or technologist.
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 a certain number of 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 to/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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SENIOR LECTURER
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Chemical Engineering
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Senior Lecturer
Minimum Requirements
Summary of Duties:
Additional duties :
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SENIOR LECTURER
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Chemical Engineering
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Senior Lecturer
Minimum Requirements
- A PhD / Doctorate qualification in Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
- A Degree in Chemical Engineering (e.g, BTech, BEng, BScEng, Advanced Diploma, MTech, MSc, or MEng).
- At least 5 years of teaching experience / professional experience.
- Evidence of publication track record in peer-reviewed journals.
- Evidence of completed postgraduate supervision of at least one MEng graduate.
- Good communication and lecturing skills.
- A strong passion for teaching and research.
- Registrable as a professional engineer or engineering technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
Summary of Duties:
- Teach Chemical Engineering subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Supervision of postgraduate projects and postgraduate students
- Development of learning materials for different courses.
- Actively involved in research and research activities.
- Active participation in industrial projects.
- Knowledge of online learning software, g. Moodle, Blackboard, Teams.
- Participation in community engagement projects.
- Assist with administrative duties as delegated.
- Any other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department.
- Registered or qualifies for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
Additional duties :
- Exceptional knowledge of his or her subject matter/discipline.
- Excellent classroom and tutorial performance.
- Effective utilization of innovative teaching and assessment methods.
- Very good communication and human relations skills.
- Excellent performance as an academic advisor who encourages active learning among students.
- Effective design and development of curriculum.
- Papers presented at subject conferences (nationally or internationally).
- Examination of postgraduate students and other indications of peer-reviewed activities.
- Management of research projects/programs.
- Recognition by professional and industrial communities.
- Initiation of high-level courses, development of education methodology, advanced seminars, etc.
- Proven achievement in professional research, creative activities, scholarly writings, and participation in professional activities.
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SENIOR LECTURER
Durban University of Technology
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Civil Engineering & Construction Management (Midlands)
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Department: Civil Engineering, Midlands
Senior Lecturer (Ref. CE08)
Minimum Requirements
Additional Requirements
Summary of Duties
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SENIOR LECTURER
Durban University of Technology
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Civil Engineering & Construction Management (Midlands)
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
Department: Civil Engineering, Midlands
Senior Lecturer (Ref. CE08)
Minimum Requirements
- Doctoral degree and undergraduate study in Civil Engineering or equivalent
- At least 5 years of academic and/or industrial/professional experience in Civil Engineering or equivalent
- Three research outputs in the last 3 years
- Supervision of at least 1 Master's candidate to completion
- Good communication and lecturing skills
Additional Requirements
- Demonstrate innovative thinking towards teaching and learning.
- Be registrable as a Professional Engineer/Professional Engineering Technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
- Preference will be given to candidates who are already registered as a Professional Engineer/Professional Engineering Technologist with the ECSA
- A strong passion for teaching and research
Summary of Duties
- Take responsibility for the teaching, learning, and assessment of modules offered at all levels, and associated with the Civil Engineering programme/s in the Department.
- Make major contributions to the academic quality by providing leadership in all aspects of offerings associated with the Civil Engineering programme/s in the Department.
- Lead, develop, design, and review all learning content associated with the Civil Engineering programme/s in the Department.
- Be willing to participate in curriculum development.
- Participate in and augment departmental research and supervise postgraduate students.
- Active participation in industrial projects (project-based learning).
- Engage and promote community projects /external engagement services, including playing an active role in the functioning of professional and subject-related associations
- Undertake administration and other academic duties as assigned by the Head of Department
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NGAP (GEOMATICS: SURVEYING)
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 14 April 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment
Business Unit: Civil Engineering & Geomatics
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Job Description
The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) in partnership with Durban University of Technology (DUT) is embarking on an initiative to build a new generation of academics. Phase 8 of the Staffing South Africa’s Universities Framework (SSAUF) is called the New Generation of Academics Programme and is aimed at attracting people with relevant qualifications and experience to pursue a Doctoral qualification while they are developing as proficient academics at the University. Successful candidates will engage in comprehensive support programs that include a salary, mentorship, equipment, cost of tuition fees, etc.
Only South Africans who are 40 years or younger from the designated and underrepresented groups will be considered. The aggregate mark for their Masters' qualification must be 70% and above.
The University is looking for aspirant academics in the following academic disciplines:
Geomatics (Surveying)
Minimum requirements
- A relevant Master’s degree (Geomatics, Surveying, GIS, or Built Environment) and MUST be ready to pursue a Doctoral qualification within the time permitted.
Additional recommendations
- Candidates with specialization in the area of Cadastral and Engineering surveying and associated technical skills, e.g., CAD (Computer-aided design), GIS (Geographic information systems), Remote sensing, Drones/UAVs, etc., will be given preference.
- Registration/membership with SAGC and SAGI is essential.
- Good organizational and administrative
- Provision of theoretically informed and pedagogically sound teaching
- Experience and proficiency in E-learning (Moodle and MS Teams and or other platforms).
- Proficiency in researching, writing, and communications
- Be able to lecture on theory and practical modules in Geomatics (Surveying).
- A motivated self-starter, a responsible and accountable individual, in a team
- Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet,t, etc.) and email
Summary of Duties
- Competent preparation and delivery of learning material related to Geomatics and appropriate technologies to students at an undergraduate level using online platforms.
- Development of learning material for Geomatics courses.
- Supervise, train, and assess undergraduate students.
- Undertake assessment and administration duties related to teaching and learning.
- Facilitate learning effectively through traditional and online methods.
- Undertake research and publications, and become involved in community engagement
- Working collegially with team members toward attaining the goals of the department, faculty, and university.
- Assist with administrative and other duties as delegated by the Head of Department or Representative.
Enquiries: Preciousz2@dut.ac.za
Conditions of Employment
In accepting an NGAP appointment, the incumbent will have to:
- Commit to full participation in the 6-year New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP)
- Commit to registering for Doctoral studies (as applicable) within 6 months of taking up the nGAP appointment. Please note that nGAP appointees who already hold a doctorate will be required to undertake a higher teaching/research workload.
- Commit to work closely with the supervisor and mentor assigned to him/her and to adhere to the study plan and milestones developed with the supervisor.
- Commit to participating in the SSAU F Development Programme, which will involve participation in at least one short course/module per year focused on research or teaching development.
- Agree that s/he cannot accept any other funding from state sources that duplicates the purpose for which funding has already been allocated to him/her through the
- Agree that s/he cannot accept any other funding for projects that conflict with obligations that arise from participating in the nGAP.
- Agree to inform the University and the Department of Higher Education and Training of any other funding that s/he has been offered before accepting such funding.
- Agree that should s/he leaves the nGAP position before successfully completing the 6-year program, s/he will be obliged to reimburse the nGAP fund by repaying the University the following costs incurred up to the point of leaving.
- Registration and tuition fees for postgraduate studies, where applicable.
- Costs are associated with the assignment of a mentor to support development.
- Costs incurred for his/her participation in the SSAUF Development Programme.
- Costs of infrastructure and equipment provided to support his/her work in the nGAP.
- Any conference/ international mobility costs are paid by the nGAP.
- 10% of salary costs are paid by the nGAP up to the point of leaving.
- Agree to participate in research, monitoring, and evaluation activities focused on the nGAP, including participating in an exit interview upon leaving or completing the studies.
Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV and a cover letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to the appropriate contact person indicated above.
Application form obtainable from our website www.dut.ac.za
- Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only.
- Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered.
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