Vacancies at Tshwane University of Technology

• The Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment requires the service of a part-time lecturer at eMalahleni Campus from 1 February 2027 to 10 December 2027.

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Applicants are required to submit, together with the CVs, a fully completed standardized application form available from the university intranet as well as recently certified copies of qualifications and Identity Document. Failure to comply with this instruction will disqualify the candidate. Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREAS
Lecturing in the field of Mechanical Engineering with specialization in:

• Mechanics
• Engineering Graphics
• Provide sound academic teaching and learning practices with continuous TLT innovations.
• Taking responsibility for administrative tasks related to teaching and learning, including the development of the new curriculum for the Higher Certificate in Engineering.
• Compile and maintain quality study and practical guides, subject files, and other TLT materials.
• Lead and participate in community service projects and research projects of the faculty/department.
• Liaise with industry regarding practical training, advisory committee meetings, industry visits, and other related activities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR LECTURER
Academic qualifications:

• MEng in Mechanical Engineering.

Experience:

• 3 years lecturing at the tertiary level and /or 3 years of industry experience.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Computer literate.
• Registration with professional body (if applicable):
• Professional registration with ECSA and/or SAIMechE will be advantageous.

Send your CV to: [email protected]

Deadline:9th October,2026

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• The Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment requires the service of part-time lecturers in the Pretoria Campus from 1 February 2027 to 30 June 2027.

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Applicants are required to submit, together with the CVs, a fully completed standardized application form available from the university intranet as well as recently certified copies of qualifications and Identity Document. Failure to comply with this instruction will disqualify the candidate. Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREAS
Lecturing in the field of Mechanical Engineering with specialization in:

• Process Automation – PAU307B
• Provide sound academic teaching and learning practices with continuous TLT innovations.
• Taking responsibility for administrative tasks related to teaching and learning, including the development of the new curriculum.
• Compile and maintain quality study and practical guides, subject files, and other TLT materials.
• Lead and participate in community service projects and research projects of the faculty/department.
• Liaise with industry regarding practical training, advisory committee meetings, industry visits, and other related activities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR LECTURER
Academic qualifications:

• Beng Honours in Mechanical Engineering and/or Electrical Engineering.

Experience:

• 3 years lecturing at the tertiary level and/or at least 3 years of industry experience.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Computer literate.
• Registration with professional body (if applicable):
• Professional registration with ECSA and/or SAIMechE will be advantageous.

Send your CV to: [email protected]

Deadline:9th October,2026

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• The Tshwane School for Business and Society at the Pretoria campus, 1204 Park Street, Ditsela Place, Hatfield, requires the services of a part-time Research Assistant (19 hours per week)

Core functions:

• Provide research administration support to the school.
• Respond to research-related inquiries from Students and Researchers.
• Address all DBA-related inquiries and admission queries.
• Assist with administrative tasks related to the DBA programme.
• Support administration forMBA project-route Students.
• Record and distribute minutes for BCPS meetings.
• Facilitate FCRI, FCRE, and SCPS submissions.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of DBA Students.
• Manage research-related inquiries and written communications to DBA and MBA students within the school.
• Assist postgraduate Students and the department with tasks such as registrations, graduations, approval of project proposals, study panels, final title submissions and coordination of external assessors focusing on the DBA programme.
• Follow up on progress reports from postgraduate Students and Supervisors.
• Provide administrative assistance to the DRC Chairperson as needed.
• Coordinate with the Faculty Research Office and Registrar’s Offices.

Minimum Requirements

• Applicants must be enrolled in any Faculty/Department at TUT, except for the Tshwane School for Business and Society (TSB) in 2027.
• Full proficiency in English is a mandatory requirement.
• Previous work experience in research administration will be an added advantage.

Academic qualifications:

• Applicants must have a Postgraduate Degree or Honours qualification.

Application Process: Applicant/s are required to submit the undermentioned documents to [email protected]. • Application Form for employment • Curriculum Vitae (CV). • A recent certified highest qualification copy. • A recent certified ID copy

Deadline:13th October,2026

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• The Faculty of Economics and Finance invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the permanent position of Senior Lecturer in the Department of Economics. The position is based at the Ga-Rankuwa Campus.

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Applicants are required to submit, together with the CVs, a fully completed standardized application form available from the university intranet as well as recently certified copies of qualifications, Identity Document and completed scoresheet (Annexure B). Failure to comply with this instruction will disqualify the candidate. Further note that candidates may be expected to make a presentation or undergo competency testing.

Critical Performance Areas

• Lead the development, review, and enhancement of postgraduate curricula for the Master’s in Economics and Master’s in Economics of Innovation, ensuring alignment with contemporary economic theory, innovation systems, and policy relevance.
• Deliver advanced postgraduate lectures in areas such as advanced microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, innovation economics, industrial policy, technology and economic development, and knowledge economies.
• Conduct high-impact research in Economics, with a strong focus on innovation, technology diffusion, economic development, productivity, and policy analysis, and publish in accredited, high-quality journals.
• Supervise Master’s and Doctoral research projects, particularly in innovation systems, economic transformation, industrial dynamics, and applied econometrics, ensuring timely completion and high academic standards.
• Design and coordinate postgraduate modules that integrate theoretical frameworks with empirical analysis, including the use of econometric and data analysis tools (e.g., Stata, R, or EViews).
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration within the areas of innovation studies, entrepreneurship, industrial economics, and public policy, contributing to programme growth and relevance.
• Facilitate student engagement in applied research, policy analysis, and innovation ecosystems, including partnerships with industry, government, and research institutions.
• Utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) to deliver high-quality postgraduate teaching in blended and online learning environments, incorporating interactive and research-led pedagogies.
• Provide academic leadership in postgraduate teaching, including curriculum coordination, quality assurance, and the mentoring of junior academic staff.
• Contribute significantly to the research output, postgraduate throughput, and academic reputation of the department and faculty.
• Perform administrative duties related to postgraduate teaching, supervision, assessment, and programme accreditation in line with institutional requirements.
• Participate in community engagement and policy outreach, particularly in areas related to innovation, economic development, and socio-economic transformation.
• Present postgraduate lectures, seminars, and supervision sessions, including evening, weekend, and virtual engagements, as required

Minimum Requirements

Academic qualifications

• PHD in Economics (NQF Level 10)

Experience

• Three years relevant experience at Lecturer level
• Proven track record of research publications in DHET-accredited journals, particularly in areas such as development, innovation, or applied economics.
• Demonstrated experience in supervising and mentoring postgraduate students, with evidence of successful Master’s and Doctoral completions.
• Strong capacity to teach advanced Economics modules at postgraduate level, including Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Econometrics, Mathematical Economics, Development Economics, and Economics of Innovation.
• Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills, with experience in delivering lectures, seminars, and academic workshops.
• Advanced quantitative and analytical expertise, including econometrics, statistics, and mathematical methods for economists.
• Proficiency in the use of econometric and statistical software such as EViews, STATA, SPSS, or similar tools.
• Experience in designing and coordinating postgraduate courses, short learning modules (SLPs) and contributing to curriculum development.
• Ability to integrate digital technologies and Learning Management Systems into teaching and research activities.
• Demonstrated experience in academic leadership, collaboration, and interdisciplinary engagement within teaching, research, and supervision contexts.

Registration with Professional Bodies

• The successful candidate will be expected to register with and maintain active membership in relevant national and/or international Economics professional bodies recognized by the Department.
• Evidence of current membership or eligibility for registration with recognized professional associations (e.g., Economic Society of South Africa or equivalent international bodies) will be an added advantage.

Send your CV to:  [email protected]

Deadline:16th October,2026
 

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• The Department of Building Sciences has a permanent position for a Professor in the field of Building Science at the Pretoria Campus. 

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Applicants are required to submit, together with the CVs, a fully completed standardized application form available from the university intranet as well as recently certified copies of qualifications and Identity Document. Failure to comply with this instruction will disqualify the candidate. Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments

Key performance areas/Core functions:

• Presenting lectures and assessing students in Building Sciences subjects
• Be responsible for administrative tasks related to teaching and learning.
• Ensuring that the capturing of marks is done (< 10 working days after date of evaluation)              
• Involvement in Departmental or individual community projects.
• Industrial research, including accredited articles and peer-reviewed conference papers.
• Updating of the electronic base system of the Faculty like D2L-Brightspace, SharePoint and TUT4life.
• Assist with new curriculum development in terms of the HEQSF.
• Lead research activities of the department especially in the field of Building Sciences 
• Lead quality teaching and learning with technology.
• Lead subject and curriculation committees.
• Responsible for, and provide leadership in, compiling and maintaining quality study guides, laboratory guides, subject files and other Teaching and Learning material.
• Participate in, and lead departmental, faculty and institutional initiatives in collaboration with Technology Stations, Centres, Institutes and Research Niche Areas.
• Liaise with industry on course and subject levels regarding curricula, visits, research and other interactions.
• Responsible for independent research and innovation projects and associated funding.

Minimum Requirement

Academic qualifications:

• A first degree in Building/Quantity Surveying/Construction Management.
• Doctoral Degree in Quantity Surveying/Construction Management/Construction Economics/Building/Engineering Management/Built Environment.

Experience:

• Five years’ experience at the Associate Professor level and compliance with the policy on Academic appointments and/or promotions. 
• Experience with regards to management of academic matters, quality of programmes, student affairs and research projects.
• Experience in research and postgraduate supervision.
• Industry liaison and involvement in the development of new curricula.
• Experience in leading research chairs, Niche Areas and Centres.

Registration with a professional body (if applicable):

• Registration with SACQSP and/or SACPCMP is highly recommended.

To apply, please submit the following, together with a fully completed application form available on the TUT website at www.tut.ac.za/vacancies, to [email protected] by not later than 16 October 2026. A Curriculum Vitae

Certified copies of qualifications and Identity document. All applications with international qualifications are required to submit a SAQA evaluation certificate 

A detailed motivation regarding your suitability for the position for which you are applying, as well as how you meet each of the stipulated requirements. A brief statement setting out your vision for the position 

The names and contact details of 3 work-related referees, one of which should preferably be your current or recent line manager. The University may require further referees. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

Deadline:16th October,2026