Fresh Vacancies at Durban University of Technology

Minimum Requirements 

• A Master's degree in Applied or Mathematical Statistics
• At least 3 years of lecturing experience.

 Additional Recommendation:

• Evidence of publication in international and national peer-reviewed journals
• A broad understanding of current research developments and teaching trends within the discipline
• Knowledge and experience of various statistical software packages such as SPSS, SAS, R
• Evidence of engagement in continuous academic development
• Evidence of involvement in community engagement projects

 Summary of Duties:

• Management of all matters relating to learning, teaching, and assessment
• Assist in curriculum development
• Assist in the development of industry-specific non-subsidised short courses
• The ability to initiate various research projects and aid in the growth of the research output of the
• department
• To demonstrate effective communication skills, strong leadership abilities, and excellent management
• and administrative skills
• Collaborate and engage with other Universities and key stakeholders in industry
• Experience in e-Learning
• Perform other duties as determined by the Head of Department

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Lecturer

Minimum Requirements

• Master's qualification in Organic Chemistry.
• At least 2 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 materials 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.

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Minimum Requirements:

• A PhD / Doctorate qualification in Chemical Engineering 
• A Degree in Chemical Engineering (e.g, BTech, BEng, BScEng, Advanced Diploma, MTech, MSc, or MEng).
• At least 7 years of teaching experience / professional experience. 
• A minimum of seven DHET-accredited publications or creative outputs over the preceding three years.
• Successful postgraduate supervision of at least two Master’s students and one Doctorate student.
• The standard achieved in each of the abovementioned must be of a high level.
• Recipient of grant awards
• Good communication and lecturing skills.
• A strong passion for teaching and research.
• Evidence of leadership in community organizations and participation in activities in the wider community relating specifically to the academic discipline of the candidate and/or involvement in significant activities in professional, cultural, religious, sporting, development, and other fields.
• Bibliometrics to evaluate the quality of research output.
• Registrable as a professional engineer or engineering technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).

 Summary of Duties:

• Teach Chemical Engineering subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. 
• Supervision of postgraduate projects and postgraduate students. 
• Development of learning materials for different courses.
• Actively involved in research and research activities. 
• Active participation in 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. 
• Registered or qualifies for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).

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Academic Development Practitioner 

• An honours degree in Education, Engineering, or Built Environment discipline, or a relevant field.
• At least three (3) years of experience in academic development, curriculum design, or teaching and learning support in a higher education environment.
• Experience in facilitating workshops, training sessions, or academic support initiatives.
• Knowledge of higher education policies, teaching methodologies, and assessment practices.
• Proficiency in using learning management systems and digital teaching tools.

Summary of duties

• Develop and implement academic development initiatives to enhance teaching and learning within the faculty.
• Support staff with curriculum development, innovative teaching strategies, and assessment practices.
• Coordinate and facilitate workshops, training, and mentorship programmes for academic staff.
• Contribute to faculty-wide initiatives to enhance student success, retention, and progression.
• Engage in research on academic development and teaching innovations.
• Provide data-driven insights and reports on teaching and learning effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align academic development practices with institutional and national policies.

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Minimum requirements 

• An NQF Level 9 Master’s Degree in Architecture (i.e., M. Arch).
• Minimum 2 years of Architectural Practice Experience.
• Eligibility to register as a Professional Architect with SACAP.
• Commitment to register for a PhD in Architecture in the academic year following appointment.

Preferred requirements

• Registration as a Professional Architect with SACAP.
• Previous University Teaching & Learning and Research Experience
• Previous Practice Experience in 4IR, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning within the Architecture Discipline

Summary of duties 

• Undertaking Research (including but not limited to Postgraduate Studies, in Accredited Journals, in collaboration with other Academics and Universities).
• Undertaking Community Engagement (including but not limited to Community Projects, Engaging with Industry, Collaboration with other Universities and Organisations).
• Undertaking Teaching, Learning (including but not limited to Curriculum Development) and Assessment in Undergraduate or Postgraduate Programmes.
• Any other duty (aligned with your post) in support of Durban University of Technology, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, and the Department of Architecture, Vision, Mission, and Objectives.

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Full Professor

Minimum Requirements:

• Doctoral Degree or equivalent NQF level 10 qualification in Engineering, with an undergraduate qualification in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• At least 10 years of teaching/professional experience.
• Evidence of a scholarly track record in the form of peer-reviewed publications, with at least 10 DHET-accredited publications in the past 3 years. Preferably in Q1 and Q2 journals.
• Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision at Master's and Doctorate levels.
• Evidence of sustained external funding.
• An NRF C rating would be preferable.

Additional requirements

• Good communication and lecturing skills.
• A strong passion for teaching and research.
• Professional registration with ECSA.
• Good research track record or relevant research experience, and an ability and desire to advance research development in the department.
• Eligible to start applying for the NRF rating.
• Evidence of some external funding.
• Able to lecture on subjects of Power Electronics, Electromagnetic Field Theory, Electrical Machines, Power Systems, and/ or High Voltage Engineering

Summary of Duties

• Teaching, assessing, and supervising at all relevant levels.
• Responsible for at least two modules per semester, following fair workload distribution. This may include one B Eng Tech Honours level module, a semester after hours (part-time), once a week.
• Development of learning materials and subject files for different courses.
• Supervise B Eng Tech and B Eng Tech Honours projects and be actively involved in research and/or post-graduate supervision in the department.
• 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 assist the department in the delivery of quality teaching and learning.
• To develop programmes and to play a lead role in curriculum design and development.
• Promote and participate in community engagement projects and/or provide leadership in establishing such projects.

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Senior Lecturer

• PhD or equivalent NQF level 10 qualification in Civil Engineering, with an undergraduate qualification in Civil Engineering.
• At least 5 years of academic and/or professional experience in Structural Engineering.
• Evidence of research and postgraduate supervision, with at least 3 DHET-accredited publications in the past 5 years.
• Registrable with ECSA as a professional engineer or technologist.

Lecturer

• Master's or equivalent NQF level 9 qualification in Civil Engineering, with an undergraduate qualification in Civil Engineering.
• At least 3 years of academic and/or professional experience in Structural Engineering.
• Evidence of research and postgraduate supervision will be an added advantage.
• Registrable with ECSA as a professional engineer or technologist.

 Additional Recommendations

• Good communication and lecturing skills
• A strong passion for teaching and research
• Knowledge of Engineering application software
• Good research track record or relevant research experience and an ability and desire to advance research development in the Department.
• Professional registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa

Summary of Duties

• Teaching, assessing, and supervising at all levels.
• Development of learning material for Civil Engineering courses
• The successful candidate is expected to supervise or be actively involved in research in the Department.
• Teaching, assessing, and supervising at all relevant levels.
• Responsible for a certain number of modules per year, following fair workload distribution.
• Development of learning materials for different courses.
• Actively involved in research and/or post-graduate supervision in the department.
• Assist with administrative and other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department or representative as delegated.
• Contribute to/lead curriculum design.
• Assist with the department in the delivery of quality teaching and learning.
• Assist with lecturing BEng Tech Honours modules after hours.

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Minimum Requirements

• A relevant Master’s Degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying
• At least 3 years of University teaching/ professional experience
• Good communication and lecturing skills

 Additional Requirements

• Qualification that qualifies you to register as a Professional Construction Project Manager or a Professional Quantity Surveyor
• Preference will be given to candidates who are already registered as a Professional Construction Project Manager with the SACPCMP or a Professional Quantity Surveyor with SACQSP
• Evidence of research would be an added advantage
• A strong passion for teaching, research, and community engagement

 Summary of Duties

• Required to lecture in Construction Management, Construction Technology, Quantity Surveying, and other related subjects in the Construction Studies programme.
• Undertake and supervise tutorials.
• Knowledge of online learning software, e.g., Moodle, MS Teams.
• Development and writing of learning materials for Construction Studies modules.
• Be willing to participate in curriculum development.
• Active involvement in research activities.
• Active participation in industrial projects.
• Engage in 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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Geomatics (Surveying)

 Minimum requirements

• A relevant Master’s degree (Geomatics, Surveying, GIS, or Built Environment) and MUST be ready to pursue a Doctoral qualification within the time permitted.

 Additional recommendations

• Candidates with specialization in the area of Cadastral and Engineering surveying and associated technical skills, e.g., CAD (Computer-aided design), GIS (Geographic information systems), Remote sensing, Drones/UAVs, etc., will be given preference.
• Registration/membership with SAGC and SAGI is essential.
• Good organizational and administrative
• Provision of theoretically informed and pedagogically sound teaching
• Experience and proficiency in E-learning (Moodle and MS Teams and or other platforms).
• Proficiency in researching, writing, and communications
• Be able to lecture on theory and practical modules in Geomatics (Surveying).
• A motivated self-starter, a responsible and accountable individual, in a team
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet,t, etc.) and email

 Summary of Duties

• Competent preparation and delivery of learning material related to Geomatics and appropriate technologies to students at an undergraduate level using online platforms.
• Development of learning material for Geomatics courses.
• Supervise, train, and assess undergraduate students.
• Undertake assessment and administration duties related to teaching and learning.
• Facilitate learning effectively through traditional and online methods. 
• Undertake research and publications, and become involved in community engagement
• Working collegially with team members toward attaining the goals of the department, faculty, and university. 
• Assist with administrative and other duties as delegated by the Head of Department or Representative.

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Full Professor

Minimum requirements

• PhD/Doctorate in the Civil Engineering field of study and a minimum of 10 years of 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.
• Registrable with ECSA as a professional engineer or technologist.

Summary of duties

• Teach Civil Engineering subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Supervise postgraduate students.
• Coordination of the academic and research programs.
• Participation in community engagement projects.

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Associate Professor

• PhD or equivalent NQF level 10 qualification in Civil engineering
• At least 7 years of academic and/or professional experience.
• Evidence of sustained peer-reviewed publications, with at least 7 DHET-accredited research outputs in the past 3 years.
• Evidence of sustained successful postgraduate supervision, with at least 1 Doctoral and 2 Master's students to completion.

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Senior Lecturer

• PhD or equivalent NQF level 10 qualification in Civil Engineering, with an undergraduate qualification in Civil Engineering.
• At least 5 years of academic and/or professional experience in urban or transportation engineering design.
• Evidence of research and postgraduate supervision, with at least 3 DHET-accredited publications in the past 3 years.

Additional Recommendations

• Good communication and lecturing skills.
• A strong passion for teaching and research.
• Knowledge of engineering application software.
• Good research track record or relevant research experience and an ability and desire to advance research development in the department.
• Professional registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa.

Summary of Duties

• Teaching, assessing, and supervising at all levels.
• Development of learning material for civil engineering courses.
• Responsible for modules per year following a fair workload distribution.
• Development of learning materials for different courses.
• Actively involved in research and/or post-graduate supervision in the department.
• Assist with administrative and other duties as delegated by the Head of Department or representative.
• Contribute to or lead curriculum design.
• Assist the department in the delivery of quality teaching and learning.

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Minimum Requirements

• A PhD / Doctorate qualification in Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• A Degree in Chemical Engineering (e.g, BTech, BEng, BScEng, Advanced Diploma, MTech, MSc, or MEng).
• At least 5 years of teaching experience / professional experience.
• Evidence of publication track record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Evidence of completed postgraduate supervision of at least one MEng graduate.
• Good communication and lecturing skills.
• A strong passion for teaching and research.
• Registrable as a professional engineer or engineering technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).

 Summary of Duties:

• Teach Chemical Engineering subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Supervision of postgraduate projects and postgraduate students 
• Development of learning materials for different courses.
• Actively involved in research and research activities.
• Active participation in 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. 
• Registered or qualifies for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).

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 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