Vacancies Available at Durban University of Technology

Minimum Requirements:

• A Master's degree in Accounting with an undergraduate degree in Accounting. 
• A minimum of 3 years of university teaching experience and relevant industry experience may be an advantage.

Additional Recommendations:

• Professional Development & Affiliation: Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development, with active affiliation (or exam registration) with SAICA, SAIPA, or CIMA considered a strong advantage.
• Postgraduate Financial Accounting Expertise: Proven ability to lecture Financial Accounting and related modules at the postgraduate level.
• Teaching Scholarship: Evidence of scholarly teaching practices.
• Industry & Community Engagement: Active participation in professional, industry, and/or community activities.
• Technology-Driven Accounting Background: Strong background in accounting, finance, or a related field, with a focus on technology-driven practices.
• Innovative Teaching & Technology Integration: Proven experience integrating technology and innovative teaching methods into the accounting curriculum.
• Emerging Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, cloud computing, data analytics) and their application in accounting.
• Effective Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex concepts.
• Continuous Learning & Industry Awareness: Passion for continuous learning and staying updated with advancements in the field.
• Student Mentorship: Experience in mentoring and guiding students towards success.

Summary of Duties

• Contribute to the academic quality in all aspects of programme offerings within the department.
• Contribute to curriculum renewal of programmes.
• Contribute to the accounting community by conducting research, publishing scholarly articles, and presenting at conferences.
• Undertake administration and other academic duties assigned by the Head of Department.
• Lecturing at undergraduate and postgraduate levels (face-to-face and online)
• Assessment marking and development, and maintaining high level of quality in terms of feedback and evaluation processes
• Innovate in terms of teaching practice, support, and assessment
• Working with colleagues to advise and support students
• Participation in external and community engagement and collaborative projects in the department
• Stay abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes to continuously update the curriculum and ensure its relevance.
• Foster an interactive learning environment that encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration among students.
• Stay at the forefront of 4IR advancements and share expertise with colleagues and students, inspiring a culture of innovation within the department.

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Minimum Requirements

Associate Professor:

• A relevant Doctorate Degree and an undergraduate degree in Information Systems/Information Technology/Electronic Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science
• A minimum of seven DHET accredited publications/creative output over the preceding three years;
• Successful postgraduate supervision of at least two Master’s and one Doctorate
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in higher education

  Recommendations:  

• Teaching experience at a University of Technology
• Teaching experience in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) discipline
• Expertise in ICT
• Experience in curriculum development
• Experience in innovative teaching and learning technologies, including e-learning.

Summary of duties:

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Teach and examine at undergraduate and post-graduate levels and supervise Master’s students in ICT related Programmes as assigned by the HOD and/or Programme Coordinator.
• Carry out duties related to level coordination, curriculum development, teaching, research and community engagement.
• Attend and contribute to Programme, Department, Faculty and University staff meeting, programme planning and promotion of the discipline.
• Assume Headship responsibilities should circumstance demand for an appointee at the level of Professor, Associate Professor or Senior Lecturer; and
• Contribute to the Programme’s research endeavors.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

 Full Professor

• Doctorate in Biotechnology/Microbiology or Biochemistry.
• A distinguished scholar with an NRF C-rating is preferable.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of teaching experience at a university level.
• Publications in DHET-accredited journals [minimum of ten DHET-accredited publications over the preceding three years].
• Evidence of successful supervision of postgraduate students [minimum of seven Master’s students and three Doctoral candidates.
• Recipient of grant awards.

Associate Professor

• Doctorate in Biotechnology/Microbiology or Biochemistry.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of teaching experience at a university level.
• Publications in DHET-accredited journals [minimum of seven DHET-accredited publications over the preceding three years].
• Evidence of successful supervision of postgraduate students [minimum of two Master’s students and one Doctoral candidate].
• Recipient of grant awards.

 Senior Lecturer

• experience at a university level.
• Publications in DHET-accredited journals [minimum of three DHET-accredited publications over the preceding three years].
• Evidence of successful supervision of postgraduate students [minimum of one Master’s student].
• Recipient of grant awards.

Lecturer

• Master's degree in Biotechnology/Microbiology or Biochemistry.
• A minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience at a university level.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Extensive experience/comprehensive knowledge of Enzyme Technology or Plant Biotechnology or Industrial Biotechnology, or Computational Biology, with a willingness to spearhead research in these areas.
• Collaboration with local and international researchers.
• Design and development of curricula for programmes.
• Proficiency in blended teaching and learning.
• Track record of interactions with industry and participation in community engagement projects.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES 

• Teach Biology, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology modules at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the Food Science/Biotechnology Programmes and to all faculties to which the Faculty of Applied Sciences renders a service in undergraduate and honours level programmes.
• Manage/co-ordinate academic and research portfolios.
• Supervise undergraduate/postgraduate students.
• Participate in community engagement projects.
• Perform other duties as determined by the Head of Department.