Open Positions at Durban University of Technology

• 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.The University is looking for aspiring academics in the following academic disciplines:

Minimum requirements: Lecturer:

• A Master’s Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
• Registration with HPCSA as a graduate in Diagnostic Radiography for at least 3 years
• Driver’s licence
• An aggregate of 70% in their academic record.
• Must be South African and below the age of 40.

Additional recommendations:

• Registration with the HPCSA as an independent practitioner in Diagnostic Radiography
• 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, PowerPoint, internet and email

Summary of duties:

• Competent preparation and delivery of learning material related to Diagnostic Radiography students at undergraduate and post-graduate level.
• Supervise, train and assess undergraduate students in Diagnostic Radiography.
• 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

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Minimum Requirements:

• A Bachelor of Technology Degree in Entertainment Technology or Screen Arts and Design/Video Technology or related qualification.
• At least three years of practical experience in broadcasting, including multimedia components (audio and video).

 Additional Requirements:

• Experience working within television and radio studios including proficiency in editing software for broadcast.
• Experience working within campus media at a university.

Summary of Duties:

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Work in the Journalism Programme’s broadcast suites and laboratories;
• Oversee broadcasting production in the Programme; including radio and television services and equipment (they should be especially knowledgeable and proficient in manning the console for radio).
• Have experience in the latest software related to broadcast production;
• Have experience in emerging technologies within the media landscape for the Fourth/Fifth Industrial Revolution (4IR);
• Ensure the security of equipment in computer laboratories, edit suites, TV and radio studios;
• Ensure basic functioning and maintenance of electronic equipment and studios;
• Assist in tutoring students, including practical training;
• Be involved in the booking and maintenance of the usage of various facilities and equipment;
• Engage in administration duties and identify equipment that is to be sent for repairs;
• Participate in programme and faculty activities as needed;
• Be involved in ordering equipment and interfacing with suppliers, finance, and procurement, especially regarding updates and maintenance.
• Update hardware and software.
• Support lecturing staff, students, and Credible Source (the Programme’s simulated newscaster) with broadcasting needs.
   

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Minimum Requirements

• A Masters Degree in Child and Youth Care or Master of Health Sciences with a topic covering aspects of the scope practice of Child and Youth Care
• One year lecturing experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a University.
• Current and active registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a Child and Youth Care Practitioner.
• Experience in supervising undergraduate research

Recommendations

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in the Child and Youth Care field.

Duties

• Lecture undergraduate modules in Child and Youth Care.
• Demonstrate leadership in teaching, research and community engagement.
• Take an active part in the supervision and assessment of undergraduate student research projects.
• Contribute to research by publishing articles and book chapters.
• Serve in committees within the University and in external professional organisations.
• Engage in community engagement and outreach.
• Undertake any other responsibility as may be assigned by the Head of Department.