Senior Lecturer & Head Of Department - Horticulture at Durban University of Technology

Minimum requirements

• A PhD in Horticulture/ Horticultural Science/ Plant Science or a related field.
• At least 5 years of teaching experience in the field of horticulture, preferably in ornamental horticulture.
• Evidence of publication in peerreviewed international journals and conference proceedings.
• Successful supervision of at least one postgraduate student at the Master’s level.

Additional recommendation:

• Uptodate knowledge of emerging trends in sustainable horticulture and landscaping.
• Evidence of community engagement (including industry) in horticulture.
• Ability to engage staff, learners, and industry/community partners in collaborative research.
• Availability to work at other DUT campuses, and in evenings and during weekends, as required.
• Professional working experience in the horticulture and landscaping industry.

Summary of duties:

• Involved in the academic scholarship of research and related outputs; learning, teaching and assessments;external engagement; and leadership, management and administration;
• Acquire research funding and build a research portfolio within the field of horticulture and plant biology;
• Supervise students doing research and onand offcampus practical projects;
• Lecture horticulture and landscaperelated modules or other related modules as deemed necessary;
• Develop appropriate learning and teaching resources and perform theoretical and practical assessments;
• Assist in curriculum development and writing of appropriate course material;
• Participate in external engagement with industry and community stakeholders;
• Participate in department and university activities including meetings and administrative duties.

Head of Department 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 studentcentered department.
• Attending to matters such as study leave, grievances, disputes, training & development of parttime and replacement staff.
• Programme and project budgeting.
• Enhancing Faculty projects e.g. Postgraduate Recruitment and supervision, Siyaphumelela, FYSE, Orientation, and Graduation.
• To provide leadership to the department in respect of Teaching & Learning and Research.
• Represent the department in relevant fora.