Career Opportunities at Durban University of Technology

Senior Lecturer 

 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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Lecturer 

Minimum requirements 

• Master’s degree and undergraduate study in Civil Engineering or a related field
• At least 3 years of academic and/or industry experience in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Good communication and lecturing skills

Additional requirements 

• Demonstrate innovative thinking towards teaching and learning.
• Qualification that qualifies you to register 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 Professional Engineers or Engineering Technologists with the ECSA.
• A strong passion for teaching and research.
• Evidence of research and post-graduate supervision would be an added advantage.
• Teaching and record of research publications in accredited journals would be a strong recommendation.
• A Doctorate will be an added advantage.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are registered for a PhD.  

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 and augment departmental research.
• 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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Required Academic Qualification

• Master's degree or higher in the relevant subject area

Positions Available

• Higher Education Context and Regulatory Framework Module Quality Reviewer
• Curriculum Development in Higher Education Module Quality Reviewer
• Teaching & Learning in Higher Education Module Quality Reviewer
• Assessing Learning in Higher Education Module Quality Reviewer
• Materials Development & Innovations in Higher Education Module Quality Reviewer
• Quality Enhancement in Higher Education Module Content Quality Reviewer
• Curriculum Transformation in Higher Education Module Quality Reviewer
• Research Supervision & Scholarship in Higher Education Module Quality Reviewer
• Management, Leadership & Social Inclusion in Higher Education Module Quality Reviewer
• The Professional World and Community Engagement in Higher Education Module Quality Reviewer

Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the relevant field
• Current subject matter expertise demonstrated through:
• Academic publications
• Teaching experience
• Industry practice
• Research activities
• Experience in academic quality assurance or content review
• Understanding of online learning principles
• Strong analytical and evaluative skills

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Required Academic Qualification

• Master's degree or higher in the relevant subject area

Positions Available

• Foundations of Technical and Vocational Teaching Module Content Author
• Trends in Technical and Vocational Teaching Module Content Author
• Professional Studies Module Content Author
• TVET Teaching in Context Module Content Author
• Civil Engineering: Building/Plastering/Quantity Surveying) Module Content Author
• Civil Engineering: Plumbing and Carpentry Module Content Author
• Electrical Engineering: Light Current Module Content Author
• Electrical Engineering: Heavy Current Module Content Author
• Electrical Engineering: Mathematics Module Content Author
• Mechanical Engineering: Motor/Diesel Module Content Author
• Mechanical Engineering: Fitting Module Content Author
• Life Orientation Module Content Author
• Finance, Economics and Accounting: Accounting and Financial Management Module Content Author
• Finance, Economics and Accounting: Financial and Economic Environment Module Content Author
• Finance, Economics and Accounting: Mathematical Literacy Module Content Author
• IsiZulu for Conversational Competence Module Content Author
• Information and Communication Technologies for ICT Competence Module Content Author

Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the subject field
• Demonstrated expertise through publications, teaching, or industry experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in content development for adult learners
• Familiarity with online learning principles and digital content delivery

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Required Academic Qualification

• A relevant postgraduate degree in required subject area/field.
• A teaching qualification or certification in higher education will be advantageous.

Positions Available

• Higher Education Context and Regulatory Framework Module Facilitator
• Curriculum Development in Higher Education Module Facilitator
• Teaching & Learning in Higher Education Module Facilitator
• Assessing Learning in Higher Education Module Facilitator
• Materials Development & Innovations in Higher Education Module Facilitator
• Quality Enhancement in Higher Education Module Facilitator
• Curriculum Transformation in Higher Education Module Facilitator
• Research Supervision & Scholarship in Higher Education Module Facilitator
• Management, Leadership & Social Inclusion in Higher Education Module Facilitator
• The Professional World and Community Engagement in Higher Education Module Facilitator

Required Experience

• Proven experience in facilitating learning within a higher education setting in the subject matter area.
• Experience using learning management systems (LMS) such as Moodle, Blackboard, or Canvas.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate both online and in-person learning environments.
• Familiarity with distance education models and adult learning principles.

go to method of application »

Required Academic Qualification

• Master's degree or higher in the relevant subject area

Positions Available

• Higher Education Context and Regulatory Framework Module Content Author
• Curriculum Development in Higher Education Module Content Author
• Teaching & Learning in Higher Education Module Content Author
• Assessing Learning in Higher Education Module Content Author
• Materials Development & Innovations in Higher Education Module Content Author
• Quality Enhancement in Higher Education Module Content Author
• Curriculum Transformation in Higher Education Module Content Author
• Research Supervision & Scholarship in Higher Education Module Content Author
• Management, Leadership & Social Inclusion in Higher Education Module Content Author
• The Professional World and Community Engagement in Higher Education Module Content Author

Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the subject field
• Demonstrated expertise through publications, teaching, or industry experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in content development for adult learners
• Familiarity with online learning principles and digital content delivery

go to method of application »

Required Academic Qualification

• A relevant postgraduate degree in required subject area/field.
• A teaching qualification or certification in higher education (advantageous).

Positions Available

• Foundations of Technical and Vocational Teaching Module Facilitator
• Trends in Technical and Vocational Teaching Module Facilitator
• Professional Studies Module Facilitator
• TVET Teaching in Context Module Facilitator
• Civil Engineering: Building/Plastering/Quantity Surveying) Module Facilitator
• Civil Engineering: Plumbing and Carpentry Module Facilitator
• Electrical Engineering: Light Current Module Facilitator
• Electrical Engineering: Heavy Current Module Facilitator
• Electrical Engineering: Mathematics Module Facilitator
• Mechanical Engineering: Motor/Diesel Module Facilitator
• Mechanical Engineering: Fitting Module Facilitator
• Life Orientation Module Facilitator
• Finance, Economics and Accounting: Accounting and Financial Management Module Facilitator
• Finance, Economics and Accounting: Financial and Economic Environment Module Facilitator
• Finance, Economics and Accounting: Mathematical Literacy Module Facilitator
• IsiZulu for Conversational Competence Module Facilitator
• Information and Communication Technologies for ICT Competence Module Facilitator

Required Experience

• Proven experience in facilitating learning within a higher education setting in the subject matter area.
• Experience using learning management systems (LMS) such as Moodle, Blackboard, or Canvas.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate both online and in-person learning environments.
• Familiarity with distance education models and adult learning principles.

go to method of application »

Required Academic Qualification

• Master's degree or higher in the relevant subject area

Positions Available

• Foundations of Technical and Vocational Teaching Module Quality Reviewer
• Trends in Technical and Vocational Teaching Module Quality Reviewer
• Professional Studies Module Quality Reviewer
• TVET Teaching in Context Module Quality Reviewer
• Civil Engineering: Building/Plastering/Quantity Surveying) Module Quality Reviewer
• Civil Engineering: Plumbing and Carpentry Module Quality Reviewer
• Electrical Engineering: Light Current Module Quality Reviewer
• Electrical Engineering: Heavy Current Module Quality Reviewer
• Electrical Engineering: Mathematics Module Quality Reviewer
• Mechanical Engineering: Motor/Diesel Module Quality Reviewer
• Mechanical Engineering: Fitting Module Quality Reviewer
• Life Orientation Module Quality Reviewer
• Finance, Economics and Accounting: Accounting and Financial Management Module Quality Reviewer
• Finance, Economics and Accounting: Financial and Economic Environment Module Quality Reviewer
• Finance, Economics and Accounting: Mathematical Literacy Module Quality Reviewer
• IsiZulu for Conversational Competence Module Quality Reviewer
• Information and Communication Technologies for ICT Competence Module Quality Reviewer

Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the relevant field
• Current subject matter expertise demonstrated through:
• Academic publications
• Teaching experience
• Industry practice
• Research activities
• Experience in academic quality assurance or content review
• Understanding of online learning principles
• Strong analytical and evaluative skills