Recruitment Vacancies at Durban University of Technology

Professor

Minimum requirements

• PhD/Doctorate in Chemistry with specialisation in Inorganic Chemistry and a minimum of 10 years 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
• Good communication and lecturing skills.
• A strong passion for teaching and research.
• Professional registration with SACI.

Summary of Duties

• Teach Inorganic Chemistry subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Chemistry
• Supervise postgraduate students
• Co-ordination of the academic and research programmes in Chemistry
• 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 determined by the Head of Department

Associate Professor

Minimum Requirements:

• A PhD / Doctorate qualification in Inorganic Chemistry.
• At least 7 years of teaching experience / professional experience.
• Evidence of publication track record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Evidence of completed postgraduate supervision.
• Track record of external funding.
• Good communication and lecturing skills.
• A strong passion for teaching and research.
• Professional registration with SACI.

Summary of Duties

• Teach Inorganic Chemistry subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Chemistry
• Supervision of postgraduate projects and postgraduate students.
• 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.

Senior Lecturer

Minimum Requirements:

• A PhD / Doctorate qualification in Inorganic Chemistry.
• At least 5 years of teaching experience / professional experience.
• Evidence of publication track record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Evidence of completed postgraduate supervision.
• Good communication and lecturing skills.
• A strong passion for teaching and research.
• Professional registration with SACI.

Summary of Duties:

• Teach Inorganic Chemistry subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Chemistry
• Supervision of postgraduate projects and postgraduate students.
• 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.

Lecturer

Minimum Requirements:

• A Master's qualification in Inorganic 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 Inorganic Chemistry subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• 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:

Lecturer

• A completed Masters’ degree in Performing Arts (with specialisation in set design/scenography/stage craft) or an appropriate associated field. However, a candidate with a Doctorate qualification would be given preference.
• A minimum of 3 years teaching experience at tertiary level or 3 years’ experience in a relevant professional field.

Additional Requirements

• Applicants must have relevant teaching experience in the field of theatre and/or a proven record of training industry professionals. Familiarity with the tertiary education environment is essential.
• Applicants must be computer literate and demonstrate proficiency in both the theoretical and practical aspects of Performing Arts education. The ideal candidate will be equipped to lecture across multiple areas of the curriculum, with a focus on design, technical production, and applied stagecraft.
• Applicants must demonstrate a strong industry track record in scenic/set design and construction, with specialist skills in carpentry, set building, and props fabrication. Experience in creating design work for professional theatre productions is essential and must be supported by a portfolio of evidence. The candidate will be expected to mentor students in set and prop design, scenic construction techniques, and applied technical theatre.
• The ability to teach both theory and practice in theatre-making is essential. Applicants should be able to supervise practical productions and facilitate applied learning through studio, workshop, and lecture-based teaching.
• Experience in lighting and/or sound design will be a strong advantage. Candidates with cross-disciplinary technical abilities (lighting, sound, set, and props) will be preferred.
• The successful candidate must be committed to flexible working hours, which may include long hours, late nights, weekends, and holiday periods, in line with rehearsal and production schedules. 

Further Requirements:

Expertise in the following areas:

• Mentorship experience within the industry 
• A working knowledge of Theatre History, Production Management, Lighting and Sound and Stage Craft
• A background in at least 3 academic years of general Performing Arts coursework or/and Experience in the tertiary Performing Arts field
• Some experience in working in a festival environment will be an advantage
• A comprehensive understanding of the articulation of subjects within a Performing Arts training environment

Summary of Duties:

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Teach and examine course work, as assigned by the HOD
• Be willing to develop coursework and curriculum for departmental programmes, as well as mentor students in Project-based Learning.
• Assist in developing professional Diploma and higher degrees programmes in Performing Arts.
• Complete all administrative duties related to the teaching of the courses and mentorship of the programme, as well as specific administrative duties as allocated by the HOD.
• Must be prepared to work after hours, holidays and weekends, in preparation for productions
• Attend all Departmental functions, productions, staff meetings, etc.
• Be prepared to engage in or conduct research activities
• Participate in research development and curriculum development activities
• The incumbent will also need to work closely with both staff and students during production work and must be able to supervise students during rehearsals.
• Take initiative, communicate and collaborate creatively with Drama staff as well as work collegially in support of academic and administrative goals.   

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Minimum requirements: Lecturer:

• A Master’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent
• Registration with HPCSA as a graduate Medical Laboratory Science or Biomedical Technology for at least 5 years
• Driver’s licence

Additional recommendations:

• Registration with the HPCSA as an independent practitioner in Clinical Pathology
• Registration with the HPCSA as an independent practitioner in the Immunology OR
• Immunohaematology or Cytogenetics or Virology will be an added advantage.
• Experience in training of students in clinical practice in Medical Laboratory Science
• 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, Power-point, internet and email

 Summary of duties:

• Competent preparation and delivery of learning material related to Medical Laboratory Science students at undergraduate and post-graduate level.
• Supervise, train and assess undergraduate students in Medical Laboratory Science
• 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:

• Master’s degree in Somatology or equivalent field
• A minimum of at least 3-year academic experience in Higher Education
• Good Communication and Interpersonal skills.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are registered for a PhD

 Additional Recommendations:         

• Experience with e-learning
• Computer literacy in MSWord, PowerPoint and internet usage.
• Proficiency in research or tertiary education instruction will be an advantage.
• Experience in curriculum development.

Summary of Duties: 

• Teaching and assessment of modules/ subjects in the Department of Somatology
• Research participation and supervision of research students.
• Preparation and development of learning / teaching materials and facilitation of practicals.
• Involvement in curriculum development.
• Provide academic support to facilitate student success.
• Involvement in community engagement initiatives organized by the department/faculty.
• Participate in Faculty and University wide activities and functions.
• Administrative and auxiliary duties in line with the above functions.
• Any other duties assigned by the head of department.
• Represent the department as necessary on institutional committees and professional forums.
• The successful candidate, if appointed as a lecturer, will be required to complete a doctoral degree within years of appointment

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Minimum Requirements:

Senior Lecturer

• A Doctoral Qualification in Anatomy
• At least 5 years’ teaching/research experience at tertiary level.
• Candidates must demonstrate scholarship of teaching and must have produced/ published in the preceding three years three publications (e.g. accredited book, chapter in a book, accredited creative output, patent, review article, journal article, peer-reviewed conference proceedings, etc.).
• Successful supervision of at least one postgraduate student at Master’s level and above.

Lecturer

• Master’s degree in Anatomy or equivalent field
• A minimum of 3 years teaching experience (including dissection) at tertiary level.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are registered for a PhD

Additional Recommendations:

• Experience with e-learning
• Computer literacy in MSWord, PowerPoint and internet usage
• Proficiency in research or tertiary education instruction will be an advantage
• Teaching experience and/or educational qualifications, preferably in the field of medical education
• Experience in curriculum development

Summary of Duties:

• Teaching and assessment of modules/ subjects in the Department of Basic Medical Sciences
• Research participation and supervision of research students.
• Preparation and development of learning / teaching materials and facilitation of practicals.
• Involvement in curriculum development.
• Provide academic support to facilitate student success.
• Involvement in community engagement initiatives organized by the department/faculty
• Participate in Faculty and University wide activities and functions.
• Administrative and auxiliary duties in line with the above functions
• Any other duties assigned by the Head of Department
• Represent the department as necessary on institutional committees and professional forums
• The successful candidate, if appointed as a lecturer, will be required to complete a doctoral degree within 5 years of appointment

Minimum Requirements:

Lecturer

• Master’s degree in Anatomy and/or Physiology or equivalent field
• A minimum of at least 3 years teaching experience at Tertiary Level.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are registered for a PhD

Additional Recommendations:

• Experience with e-learning
• Computer literacy in MSWord, PowerPoint and internet usage
• Proficiency in research or tertiary education instruction will be an advantage
• Teaching experience and/or educational qualifications, preferably in the field of medical education
• Experience in curriculum development

Summary of Duties:

• Teaching and assessment of modules/ subjects in the Department of Basic Medical Sciences
• Research participation and supervision of research students.
• Preparation and development of learning / teaching materials and facilitation of practicals.
• Involvement in curriculum development.
• Provide academic support to facilitate student success.
• Involvement in community engagement initiatives organized by the department/faculty
• Participate in Faculty and University wide activities and functions.
• Administrative and auxiliary duties in line with the above functions
• Any other duties assigned by the Head of Department
• Represent the department as necessary on institutional committees and professional forums
• The successful candidate, will be required to complete a doctoral degree within 5 years of appointment

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Minimum Requirements:

• B Degree in Accounting or equivalent qualification (NQF level 7).
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in revenue and account receivable management.
• Knowledge of tertiary fee planning and administration.
• Knowledge of Accounting Standards and practices.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the National Debt Collection Act, NSFAS Act (Act 56 of 1999), National Credit Act (Act 34 of 2005), constitutional institutions, and public entities.
• Knowledge of the Vat Act.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Knowledge of student liaison practices.
• Communication skills.
• Institutional knowledge of Higher Education environment.
• Knowledge of financial policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of student registration targets process and student fee collection plans/targets.
• Knowledge of the business environment, the relevant role players within the business and their key responsibilities and outcomes.
• Sound knowledge of the relevant legislation applicable to the collection of, Higher Education Act.
• Sound knowledge of the current and future practices in the business area to apply to the best interest of the Institution.

Summary of Duties:

• Billing, Credit and Debt Collection Management
• Special Funding, Study Assistance and Bursaries
• Student Debtors’ Control
• Stakeholder Relations
• Reporting