UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU NATAL (UKZN) VACANCIES

UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU NATAL (UKZN)

LECTURER NGAP (GEOCHEMISTRY / IGNEOUS PETROLOGY)
Listing reference: ukzn_000671
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 26 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Westville
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE, LECTURER NGAP (GEOCHEMISTRY/IGNEOUS PETROLOGY), SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND SCIENCE, WESTVILLE CAMPUS.

Job description

The Discipline of Geological Sciences in collaboration with the Department of Higher Education’s New Generation of Academics’ Programme, has an exciting opportunity for eligible candidates to pursue a career as an academic and researcher.
The successful candidate will be expected to register for a doctoral degree at UKZN and will be closely mentored to become an academic through a programme designed to assist with early career development.

The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader: Discipline of Geological Sciences.

Minimum requirements

A BSc in Geology
A Masters degree in Geochemistry, Igneous or Metamorphic Petrology, with a pass mark of at least 70%
South African Citizen

The successful applicant will be expected to complete a PhD within 5 years from the date of assumption of duty.
A brief statement of motivation regarding the applicant’s aspiration to become an academic and a researcher must accompany the applications

The closing date for receipt of applications is 26 September 2025

Benefits
Appointment to this post will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service. The remuneration package offered included benefits

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ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICER X3
Listing reference: ukzn_000613
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 22 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Education and Training
Location: Durban
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
UKZN is currently recruiting for 3 x Academic Development Officers for a 3 year fixed term appointment for the Westville, Pietermaritzburg, and Howard College Campuses. REFERENCE NO: CLMS ADO - 2025.

Job description

The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to student access, support, and success.
The Office of the Dean of Teaching and Learning at CLMS seeks to appoint Academic Development Officers (ADOs) for a three-year, full-time contract with benefits.
The post is renewable, subject to the performance of the incumbent and the availability of external funding.
The successful candidates will report to the Academic Monitoring and Support Coordinator and the Head of the Teaching and Learning Unit.
A completed PhD and experience with Supplemental Instruction or the FYE programme will be an advantage.

Minimum requirements

Completed or registered for a Master’s degree in a cognate discipline offered by the College of Law & Management Studies.
Minimum two years of experience as an ADO/ Team Leader/ Coordinator/ Lecturer/ Teaching Assistant/ SI Leader/ Tutor/ Mentor; with experience in academic monitoring and support, academic development, student support programmes.
Minimum two years of experience undertaking research, extracting and analysing data with evidence such as the publication of a manuscript or equivalent outputs.
Minimum two years of experience in planning, coordinating and overseeing academic or student support programmes.

This is a Re-advertisement-ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (ADO) THREE-YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
The College reserves the right not to make any appointments. The successful applicant/s may not hold dual/ concurrent appointments in other Colleges, Schools or Units at UKZN.
Kindly note that the University of KwaZulu-Natal (“the University”) is required to process any Personal Information (as defined by the Protection of Personal Act, 2013 “POPIA”) submitted by candidates when applying for positions at the University. The provision of the Personal Information is a requirement in terms of the University’s recruitment and selection process. The retention of any personal information is as a consequence of the University being bound by legislative requirements and/or good governance practices, as well as record keeping for statistical purposes. The University will endeavour to ensure that the appropriate security measures are in place and implemented for both electronic and paper-based formats that are used for processing of the personal information recorded through this recruitment and selection process.

Benefits
The remuneration package offered will be dependent on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant and will be in accordance with the University's policy on fixed-term appointments.

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SENIOR LECTURER / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN PHYSIOTHERAPY (1 POST) (RE-ADVERTISED)
Listing reference: ukzn_000669
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 23 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Durban
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES, SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES, SENIOR LECTURER/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (1 POST) (RE-ADVERTISED), DISCIPLINE OF PHYSIOTHERAPY, REFERENCE NUMBER: UKZN_000622.

Job description

The School of Health Sciences wishes to appoint an Academic who will contribute actively to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, learning, research and community engagement.
Successful candidate will be required to perform some administrative work, such as, but not limited to, acting as module(s) coordinator.

Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (for both posts)

All applicants must have an undergraduate degree in Physiotherapy
Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Physiotherapist
Applicants must have a relevant PhD degree in Physiotherapy.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office packages (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
Valid code 08 driver’s license
Demonstrated competence in postgraduate supervision and a track record of publications.

For appointment at Associate Professor

Evidence of appropriate teaching experience and curriculum development experience in a relevant field (musculoskeletal rehabilitation and community practice) at the tertiary level;
Evidence of current and sustained research publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level;
A sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Master's and PhD levels, appropriate for the level;
Evidence of sustained and successful award of external research grants AND
Evidence of national/or international recognition in a research area within the discipline.

For appointment at Senior lecturer level:

Evidence of appropriate teaching experience in a relevant field (musculoskeletal rehabilitation and community practice) at a tertiary level;
Evidence of current and sustained research publication record in quality scientific journals (A minimum of five publications in peer-reviewed SAPSE-accredited journals);
A track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Master's and/or PhD levels, appropriate for the level AND
Demonstrated ability to apply for research grants, either as the Principal Investigator or as a member of a team.

The above posts will report to the Academic Leader of the Discipline
Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form which is available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 23 September 2025.
Candidates who have already applied for the post need not send in an application again, as their applications will still be considered together with any new applications received for this post.
The University, however, reserves the right to accept late applications or extend the above date to facilitate further searches. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Benefits
The appointment will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Services.

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PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (ECONOMIC HISTORY)
Listing reference: ukzn_000651
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 20 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Durban
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
The University of KwaZulu-Natal is one of the top Universities in South Africa and in the top 500 Universities globally. The School of Social Sciences is well established with a strong research profile and has a large number of undergraduate and postgraduate students. The Discipline of Development’s Economic History programme has an established reputation, nationally, and it has a vibrant postgraduate research programme.

Job description

The School of Social Science seeks to appoint someone at Full professor, or Associate Professor level in the discipline of Development Studies, who has a specialisation in Economic History.
The successful candidates will be expected to lecture undergraduates and postgraduate students in two or more of the following areas: Development in Southern Africa, Globalization Then and Now, Development in a Changing World Economy.
The incumbent must be able to and assist in supervising and mentoring students at Honours, Masters and PhD levels; contribute to the academic functions within the discipline of community development; and actively participate in community engagement projects and in growing the academic standing of the discipline.

The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader: Development Studies
Minimum requirements
Professor

A PhD degree in Economic History, Development Studies, Public Administration or any cognate discipline;
At least 9 years of working and relevant experience in either teaching, research, or industry
Excellent and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level
Excellent and sustained track record of successful attraction of external research grants
Excellent and sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department / School/ College/ University, which includes mentorship and coaching

Associate Professor

A PhD degree in Economic History, Development Studies, Public Administration or any cognate discipline.
At least 6 years of working and relevant experience in either teaching, research, or industry
Evidence of current and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level
Evidence of sustained and successful attraction of external research grants
A sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department / School/ College/ University, which includes mentorship and coaching

Short-listed candidates may be expected to do a presentation on a specific topic.
The School and the University reserve the right not to appoint and/or stop the recruitment process at any stage.

Kindly note that the University of KwaZulu-Natal (“the University”) is required to process any Personal Information (as defined by the Protection of Personal Act, 2013 “POPIA”) submitted by candidates when applying for positions at the University. The provision of the Personal Information is a requirement in terms of the University’s recruitment and selection process. The retention of any personal information is as a consequence of the University being bound by legislative requirements and / or good governance practices as well as record keeping for statistical purposes. The University will endeavour to ensure that the appropriate security measures are in place and implemented for both electronic and paper-based formats that are used for processing of the personal information recorded through this recruitment and selection process.

Benefits
The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.

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PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY)
Listing reference: ukzn_000662
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 20 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Pietermaritzburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
The University of KwaZulu-Natal is one of the top Universities in South Africa and in the top 500 Universities globally. The School of Social Sciences is well established with a strong research profile and has a large number of undergraduate and postgraduate students. The school has an active Psychology discipline with a strong research profile, and a large number of postgraduate students with vibrant postgraduate research programme.

Job description

The incumbent will be expected to contribute to teaching and research within the discipline of psychology.
She/he will also be expected to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum development, and supervise postgraduate students.
For the position of Full Professor, in addition to the ability to teach in generic modules in psychology, it is recommended that the incumbent should be able to teach in neuropsychology, and/or forensic psychology.

The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader: Psychology.

Minimum requirements
Professor

A PhD degree in Psychology or a related field.
A professional Masters degree in Clinical Psychology.
At least 9 years of working and relevant experience in either teaching, research, or industry.
Excellent and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level.
Excellent and sustained track record of successful attraction of external research grants.
Excellent and sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department / School/ College/ University, which includes mentorship and coaching.
Evidence of registration with the Health Professions Council as a Clinical Psychologist with at least three years’ experience post-registration.

Associate Professor

A PhD degree in the relevant discipline.
A professional Masters degree in Clinical Psychology.
At least 6 years of working and relevant experience in either teaching, research, or industry.
Evidence of current and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level.
Evidence of sustained and successful attraction of external research grants.
A sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department / School/ College/ University, which includes mentorship and coaching.
Evidence of registration with the Health Professions Council as a Clinical Psychologist with at least three years’ experience post-registration.

Short-listed candidates may be expected to do a presentation on a specific topic.

Kindly note that the University of KwaZulu-Natal (“the University”) is required to process any Personal Information (as defined by the Protection of Personal Act, 2013 “POPIA”) submitted by candidates when applying for positions at the University. The provision of the Personal Information is a requirement in terms of the University’s recruitment and selection process. The retention of any personal information is as a consequence of the University being bound by legislative requirements and / or good governance practices as well as record keeping for statistical purposes. The University will endeavour to ensure that the appropriate security measures are in place and implemented for both electronic and paper-based formats that are used for processing of the personal information recorded through this recruitment and selection process.

Benefits
The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.

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PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY)
Listing reference: ukzn_000662
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 20 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Pietermaritzburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
The University of KwaZulu-Natal is one of the top Universities in South Africa and in the top 500 Universities globally. The School of Social Sciences is well established with a strong research profile and has a large number of undergraduate and postgraduate students. The school has an active Psychology discipline with a strong research profile, and a large number of postgraduate students with vibrant postgraduate research programme.

Job description

The incumbent will be expected to contribute to teaching and research within the discipline of psychology.
She/he will also be expected to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum development, and supervise postgraduate students.
For the position of Full Professor, in addition to the ability to teach in generic modules in psychology, it is recommended that the incumbent should be able to teach in neuropsychology, and/or forensic psychology.

The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader: Psychology.

Minimum requirements
Professor

A PhD degree in Psychology or a related field.
A professional Masters degree in Clinical Psychology.
At least 9 years of working and relevant experience in either teaching, research, or industry.
Excellent and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level.
Excellent and sustained track record of successful attraction of external research grants.
Excellent and sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department / School/ College/ University, which includes mentorship and coaching.
Evidence of registration with the Health Professions Council as a Clinical Psychologist with at least three years’ experience post-registration.

Associate Professor

A PhD degree in the relevant discipline.
A professional Masters degree in Clinical Psychology.
At least 6 years of working and relevant experience in either teaching, research, or industry.
Evidence of current and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level.
Evidence of sustained and successful attraction of external research grants.
A sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department / School/ College/ University, which includes mentorship and coaching.
Evidence of registration with the Health Professions Council as a Clinical Psychologist with at least three years’ experience post-registration.

Short-listed candidates may be expected to do a presentation on a specific topic.

Kindly note that the University of KwaZulu-Natal (“the University”) is required to process any Personal Information (as defined by the Protection of Personal Act, 2013 “POPIA”) submitted by candidates when applying for positions at the University. The provision of the Personal Information is a requirement in terms of the University’s recruitment and selection process. The retention of any personal information is as a consequence of the University being bound by legislative requirements and / or good governance practices as well as record keeping for statistical purposes. The University will endeavour to ensure that the appropriate security measures are in place and implemented for both electronic and paper-based formats that are used for processing of the personal information recorded through this recruitment and selection process.

Benefits
The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.

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PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (ANTHROPOLOGY)
Listing reference: ukzn_000648
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 20 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Pietermaritzburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
The University of KwaZulu-Natal is one of the top Universities in South Africa and in the top 500 Universities globally. The School of Social Sciences is well established with a strong research profile and has a large number of undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Job description

The incumbent will be expected to contribute to teaching and research within the discipline of Anthropology.
She/he will also be expected to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum development, and supervise postgraduate students.
For the position of Associate Professor, and/ or Professor, in addition to teaching generic modules in Anthropology, it is recommended that the incumbent also be able to teach in cognate disciplines.
Competencies in decolonial or indigenous methodologies in the field of Anthropology will be an asset to both teaching and research contributions.
She/he will also be expected to offer leadership in academic administration, curriculum development; and community engagement.

The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader: Anthropology
Minimum requirements
Professor

A PhD degree in Anthropology or cognate discipline
At least 9 years of working and relevant experience in either teaching, research, or industry
Excellent and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level
Excellent and sustained track record of successful attraction of external research grants
Excellent and sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department / School/ College/ University, which includes mentorship and coaching

Associate Professor

A PhD degree in Anthropology or cognate discipline.
At least 6 years of working and relevant experience in either teaching, research, or industry
Evidence of current and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level
Evidence of sustained and successful attraction of external research grants
A sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department / School/ College/ University, which includes mentorship and coaching

Short-listed candidates may be expected to do a presentation on a specific topic.
The School and the University reserve the right not to appoint and/or stop the recruitment process at any stage.

Kindly note that the University of KwaZulu-Natal (“the University”) is required to process any Personal Information (as defined by the Protection of Personal Act, 2013 “POPIA”) submitted by candidates when applying for positions at the University. The provision of the Personal Information is a requirement in terms of the University’s recruitment and selection process. The retention of any personal information is as a consequence of the University being bound by legislative requirements and / or good governance practices as well as record keeping for statistical purposes. The University will endeavour to ensure that the appropriate security measures are in place and implemented for both electronic and paper-based formats that are used for processing of the personal information recorded through this recruitment and selection process.

Benefits
The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.

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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Listing reference: ukzn_000670
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 17 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Westville
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes

Introduction
REGISTRAR’S DIVISION, ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER, LEGAL SERVICES, (PEROMNES GRADE 10), BASED AT WESTVILLE CAMPUS.

Job description

The Legal Services Section is within the Registrar Division, and provides a service to the whole University, for both the Professional and Academic Sectors.
The administrator will provide administrative services to the Director of Legal Services, which include civil and employment litigation administration, financial administration for Legal Services, and secretarial functions within the department.

Minimum requirements

Grade 12 plus one-year relevant qualification
3 years relevant experience
Financial Administrative skills
Experience in the administration of civil or employment litigation matters
Proven appropriate computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Zoom etc)

The Closing date is 17 September 2025

Kindly note that the University of KwaZulu-Natal (“the University”) is required to process any Personal Information (as defined by the Protection of Personal Act, 2013 “POPIA”) submitted by candidates when applying for positions at the University. The provision of the Personal Information is a requirement in terms of the University’s recruitment and selection process. The retention of any personal information is as a consequence of the University being bound by legislative requirements and / or good governance practices as well as record keeping for statistical purposes. The University will endeavour to ensure that the appropriate security measures are in place and implemented for both electronic and paper-based formats that are used for processing of the personal information recorded through this recruitment and selection process.

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