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Professor/Associate Professor/ Senior Lecturer/ Lecturer

Job Description

DEPARTMENT: CHEMISTRY

Post: Professor/ Associate Professor/ Senior Lecturer/Lecturer

Ref. No. C108

Minimum Requirements:

Professor:

PhD/Doctorate in Chemistry with specialisation in Organic Chemistry and a minimum of 10 years 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

Good communication and lecturing skills.
A strong passion for teaching and research.
Professional registration with SACI.

Summary of Duties

Teach Organic Chemistry subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Chemistry
Supervise postgraduate students
Coordination of the academic and research programmes in Chemistry
Active participation in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and industrial projects.
Knowledge of online learning software, e.g., Moodle, Blackboard, Teams.
Participation in community engagement projects.
Assist with administrative duties as determined by the Head of Department

Associate Professor:

Minimum Requirements:

A PhD / Doctorate qualification in Organic
At least 7 years of teaching experience / professional experience.
Evidence of publication track record in peer-reviewed journals.
Evidence of completed postgraduate supervision.
Track record of external funding.
Good communication and lecturing skills.
A strong passion for teaching and research.
Professional registration with SACI.

Summary of Duties

Teach Organic Chemistry subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Chemistry
Supervision of postgraduate projects and postgraduate students.
Development of learning material for different courses.
Actively involved in research and research activities.
Active participation in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and industrial projects.
Knowledge of online learning software, e.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.

Senior Lecturer:
Minimum Requirements:

A PhD / Doctorate qualification in Organic Chemistry.
At least 5 years of teaching experience / professional experience.
Evidence of publication track record in peer-reviewed journals.
Evidence of completed postgraduate supervision.
Good communication and lecturing skills.
A strong passion for teaching and research.
Professional registration with SACI.

Summary of Duties:

Teach Organic Chemistry subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Chemistry
Supervision of postgraduate projects and postgraduate students.
Development of learning material for different courses.
Actively involved in research and research activities.
Active participation in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and industrial projects.
Knowledge of online learning software, e.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.

Lecturer:

Minimum Requirements:

Masters qualification in Organic Chemistry.
At least 3 years of teaching experience / professional experience.
Evidence of publication track record in peer-reviewed journals.
Good communication and lecturing skills.
A strong passion for teaching and research.
Professional registration with SACI.

Summary of Duties:

Teach Organic Chemistry subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Chemistry
Development of learning material for different courses.
Actively involved in research and research activities.
Active participation in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and industrial projects.
Knowledge of online learning software, e.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.

Queries can be directed to: Preciousz2@dut.ac.za

Professor/Associate Professor/ Senior Lecturer/ Lecturer

Job Description

Department of Chemistry

Professor / Associate Professor / Senior Lecturer / Lecturer Ref:
Post 1626

Professor:

Minimum Requirements:

PhD/Doctorate in Electroanalytical Chemistry
At least 10 years of teaching experience/ professional 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 funding
Good communication and lecturing skills
A strong passion for teaching and research
Professional registration with SACI

Summary of Duties

Teach Physical Chemistry and Electroanalytical Chemistry subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
Supervision of postgraduate projects and postgraduate students
Development of learning material for different courses
Actively involved in research and research activities
Active participation in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and industrial projects
Knowledge of online learning software, e.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.

Associate Professor:

Minimum Requirements:

A PhD / Doctorate qualification in Electroanalytical Chemistry
At least 7 years of teaching experience / professional experience
Evidence of publication track records in peer-reviewed journals
Evidence of completed postgraduate supervision
Track record of external funding
Good communication and lecturing skills
A strong passion for teaching and research
Professional registration with SACI

Summary of Duties

Teach Physical Chemistry and Electroanalytical Chemistry subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
Supervision of postgraduate projects and postgraduate students
Development of learning material for different courses
Actively involved in research and research activities
Active participation in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and 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

Senior Lecturer:

Minimum Requirements:

A PhD / Doctorate qualification in Electroanalytical Chemistry
At least 5 years of teaching experience / professional experience
Evidence of publication track records in peer-reviewed journals
Evidence of completed postgraduate supervision
Good communication and lecturing skills
Strong passion for teaching and research
Professional registration with SACI

Summary of Duties:

Teach Physical Chemistry and Electroanalytical Chemistry subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
Supervision of postgraduate projects and postgraduate students
Development of learning material for different courses
Actively involved in research and research activities
Active participation in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and 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

Professor/Associate Professor/ Senior Lecturer/ Lecturer

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-centered 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. ADVERT IS OPEN TO EXTERNAL CANDIDATES THROUGH DUT WEBSITE AND LINKEDIN

Department of Video Technology

Professor / Associate Professor / Senior Lecturer / Lecturer

Ref: VIO2

Minimum Requirements: Professor

A Doctorate in Film or Television or an associated field, with a significant and recent record in research/creative output.
A Minimum of 10 DHET accredited publications / creative outputs over the preceding three years
years teaching experience at a tertiary level in video, film or an allied field.
A record of successful postgraduate supervision of at least a Masters’ degree and three Doctorates.

Associate Professor

A Doctorate in Film or Television or an associated field, with a strong and recent record in research/ creative output.
A minimum of seven DHET accredited publications / creative output over the preceding three

years teaching experience at a tertiary level in video, film or an allied field.

A record of successful postgraduate supervision of at least two Masters and one Doctorate.

Senior Lecturer

A Doctorate in Film or Television or an associated field with a moderate but sustained record in research/creative output.
A minimum of three DHET accredited publications / creative output over the preceding three

years teaching experience at a tertiary level in video, film or an allied field.

A minimum of 5 years teaching experience at a tertiary level in video, film or an allied field.

Lecturer

A Masters in Film or Television or an associated field with a moderate but sustained record in research/creative
3 years of teaching / lecturing experience at tertiary level in video, film or an allied field or at least 3 years’ experience in the field of professional television or film production.

Additional Requirements to the Above:

Ability to teach cinematography theory and practicals.
Ability to teach editing theory and practicals.

Summary of Duties:

Teaching and examining certain modules at first, second- or third-year level in the Bachelor of Applied Arts in Screen Arts Technology degree, as assigned by the
Teaching and examining certain modules in the Bachelor of Applied Arts Honours in Screen Arts and Technology, as assigned by the
Publish research articles and/or produce accredited Creative Outputs regularly.
Taking of Tutorials for certain 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd,4^th year practical courses, as assigned by the
Administration related to teaching, research and relevant community
Attending and contributing to staff meetings, programme planning and promotion of the discipline.

Salary: Market related

Contact Person: Ms G Govindasamy

Email Address: careers@dut.ac.za

Status of Position: Contract appointment

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.

“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

Professor/Associate Professor/ Senior Lecturer/ Lecturer

Job Description

Department of Construction Management and Quantity Surveying
Minimum Requirements:

Professor:

PhD or equivalent NQF level 10 qualification in the Built Environment, with an undergraduate qualification in construction management, quantity surveying, architecture, or civil engineering.
At least 10 years of teaching/professional experience.
Evidence of a scholarly track record in the form of international peer-reviewed publications.
Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision at Master’s and Doctorate levels.
Evidence of sustained external funding.

Associate Professor:

PhD or equivalent NQF level 10 qualification in the Built Environment, with an undergraduate qualification in construction management or quantity surveying or architecture, or civil engineering.
At least 7 years of teaching/professional experience.
Evidence of peer-reviewed publications.
Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision.
Evidence of external funding.

Senior Lecturer:

PhD or equivalent NQF level 10 qualification in the Built Environment, with an undergraduate qualification in construction management or quantity surveying or architecture, or civil engineering.
At least 5 years of teaching/professional experience.
Evidence of research and postgraduate supervision.

Additional Recommendations:

Good communication and lecturing skills.
A strong passion for teaching and research.
Professional registration with SACQSP, or SACPCMP or SACAP or ECSA.
Good research track record or relevant research experience, and an ability and desire to advance research development in the department.

Summary of Duties:

Teaching, assessing, and supervision at all levels.
Responsible for at least two modules per semester in accordance with fair workload distribution.
Development of learning materials for different courses.
Be actively involved in research and/or post-graduate supervision in the department at all levels.
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 contribute /lead curriculum design.
To assist the department in the delivery of quality teaching and learning.

Direct enquiries to Mrs. Zulu Preciousz2@dut.ac.za
Closing date: 7 August 2025

Instructions to candidates: Please complete an official application for employment form obtainable from our website www.dut.ac.za apply with a detailed cover letter, CV, and a copy of all qualifications.

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

Lecturer Position : Radiography

Job Description

Department of Radiography: Lecturer Position

Ref: R111

Lecturer

A Master’s Degree in Nuclear Medicine or equivalent
At least 3 years’ experience in the clinical field
Registration with (HPCSA) as a Nuclear Medicine Radiographer
Drivers licence

Additional Recommendation

Preference may be given to a candidate with a dual qualification in Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Radiography
Networking and leadership skills
A motivated self-starter, responsible and accountable individual and a team player
Good Organizational and administrative skills
Proficiency in researching writing and communications skills
Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet and email use

Summary of Duties

Competent preparation and delivery of learning materials related to Radiography/Nuclear Medicine at both the undergraduate and postgraduate level
ability to facilitate learning effectively- through traditional and online mediums
Undertake assessment and administration duties related to teaching learning and research
Undertake research and publications and become involved in community engagement projects
Undertake any additional duties assigned by HOD
Working collegially with team members towards attaining the goals of the department, faculty and institution

Salary: Market related

Contact Person: Miss M Mthembu, Tel: 031 373 2650

Closing Date: 28 February 2025

nGAP Lecturer Post : Laboratory Science

Job Description

Biomed and Clin Tech Permanent : Salary negotiable up to : R450 000 (TCOE)

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 programmes 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 University is looking for aspirant academics in the following academic disciplines:

Minimum requirements: Lecturer:

A Master’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent
Registration with HPCSA as a graduate Medical Laboratory Science or Biomedical Technology for at least 5 years
Driver’s licence

Additional recommendations:

Registration with the HPCSA as an independent practitioner in Clinical Pathology
Registration with the HPCSA as an independent practitioner in the Immunology OR

Immunohaematology or Cytogenetics or Virology will be an added advantage.

Experience in training of students in clinical practice in Medical Laboratory Science
Good organisational and administrative
Experience in E-learning
Proficiency in research, writing and communications
A motivated self-starter, responsible and accountable individual and a team worker
Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, Power-point, internet and email

Summary of duties:

Competent preparation and delivery of learning material related to Medical Laboratory Science students at undergraduate and post-graduate level.
Supervise, train and assess undergraduate students in Medical Laboratory Science
Undertake assessment and administration duties related to teaching and learning and
Facilitate learning effectively through traditional and online platforms
Undertake research and publications and become involved in community engagement
Working collegially with team members towards attaining the goals of the department, faculty and institution.
Undertake any additional duties assigned by the Head of Department

Contact Person: Ms. M Mthembu, Tel: 03 1 373 2650

email: careers@dut.ac.za
Conditions of Employment:

In accepting an NGAP appointment, the incumbent will have to:

Commit to full participation in the 6- y e a r New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP)
Commit to registering for Doctoral studies (as applicable) within 3 months of taking up the nGAP Please note that nGAP appointees who already hold a doctorate will be required to undertake a higher teaching/research
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 and
Commit to participate in the SSAUF Development Programme, which will involve participation i n at least one short course/module per year focused on research or teaching
Agree that s/he cannot accept any other funding from state sources that duplicates the purpose for which fundi ng has already been allocated through the nGAP.
Agree that s/he cannot accept any other funding for projects that conflict with obligations that arise from participating i n the nGAP.
Agree to inform the University and the Department of Higher Ed ucation and Training of any other funding that s/he have been offered before accepti ng such funding.
Agree that should s/he leave the nGAP position before successfully completing the 6-year programme, 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
- Costs associated with the assignment of a mentor to support

Costs incurred for his/her participation in the SSAU F-Development
Costs of infrastructure and equipment provided to support his/her work in the
Any conference/ international mobility costs paid by the nGAP and,
I 0% of salary costs 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 programme.

Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV and a covering 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.