Senior Lecturer /Lecturer - Horticulture at Durban University of Technology

Minimum requirements

• At PhD in Horticulture/ Horticultural Science/ Plant Science/ Botany or plant science- related field
• At least 3 years teaching and/or professional experience in the field of horticulture, preferably in ornamental horticulture

Additional requirements

• Up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends in the field of sustainable horticulture 
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to engage industry partners, staff and
• Evidence of publication in peer reviewed journals or conference proceedings will be an added advantage.
• Availability to work at other DUT campuses, in evening and during weekends as required.

Summary of duties 

• Lecture horticulture and landscape related modules or other related modules as deemed necessary by the Head of Department;
• Conduct practicals, develop appropriate teaching aids and perform theoretical and practical assessments for students;
• Assist in the curriculum development and writing of appropriate course material;
• Participate in departmental activities including research, departmental meetings and community engagement;
• Perform administrative duties assigned by the Head of Department;
• Community liaison and outreach work as required;
• Acquire research funding and build a research portfolio within the field of horticulture and plant biodiversity.
• Supervise students doing research or on-campus practical