1814 Senior Lecturer: Applied Mathematics / Applied Physics / Statistics

Central University of Technology; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 980,000; Full time

Job summary

The Central University of Technology is seeking a Senior Lecturer in Applied Mathematics, Applied Physics, or Statistics at its Bloemfontein Campus. This permanent academic position involves teaching, research, and community engagement, requiring a Doctorate and relevant experience. The role includes developing academic material, evaluating students, and participating in community projects, with a competitive salary scale determined based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• At least four years' teaching/lecturing experience.
• Evidence of post-graduate supervision.
• Involvement in at least one community project.

Responsibilities

• Develop academic material and lecture in subjects.
• Conduct research and assess student performance.
• Engage in community service projects.

Skills

Research output

Community service

Teaching

Education

Relevant Doctorate level degree (D Tech / PhD/ NQF 10 or equivalent)

Tools

MATLAB

SPSS

Job description

1814 Senior Lecturer: Applied Mathematics / Applied Physics / Statistics
Mathematical and Physical Sciences│
Bloemfontein Campus

Main purpose of the job

To develop academic material and lecture in allocated subjects for own and other programmes, and to execute appropriate community projects.

Main tasks

1. Teaching, learning & assessment
2. Student evaluation
3. Research
4. Administration
5. Control and organisation
6. Community service

Nature of appointment: Permanent Academic

Minimum salary scale(Total Cost to Company): R 979 931 per annum
Note: CUT applies an internal parity model to determine remuneration that complies with the principle of “equal pay for work of equal value”. Accordingly, the preferred candidate may expect an offer that is in line with their qualifications and years of similar experience. Please contact the Recruitment office for more information on the applicable salary scale.

Minimum Qualification/ Knowledge and/or Experience

• A relevant Doctorate level degree (i.e. D Tech / PhD/ NQF 10 or equivalent) in Applied Physics and/or Applied Mathematics and/ or Statistics or any relevant Engineering field.
• At least four years’ teaching/lecturing experience in the relevant subject field of Applied Physics and/or Applied Mathematics and/ or Statistics or any relevant Engineering field.
• Evidence of research output, post-graduate supervision and presentations at national and international conferences in line with CUT’s promotion requirements, which requires:
  • 1. 5 credit outputs (books, chapters in books, articles in accredited journals, papers published in peer-reviewed conference proceedings, patents, etc.)
  • Two completed master’s degrees as co-supervisor, or one completed master’s degree as supervisor. (Not applicable if the applicant already has a minimum of 2.0 publication, research or innovation credit outputs at Lecturer level).
  • Four cumulative presentations/papers at conferences, of which at least one should be an international presentation/paper (international conferences held in South Africa are also regarded as international conferences).
  • Involvement in at least one community project (related to teaching and learning, and the research and innovation curriculum.

Desired Qualification, Knowledge And/ Or Experience

• Experience in the use of MATLAB or SPSS software.
• Experience in curriculum development.
• Evidence of lecturing at a University of Technology (UoT).

Job-Related Enquiries: Dr M. Erasmus ([e-mail])

Remuneration, Benefits and Process Enquiries: Recruitment Office ([e-mail])

To find out more or to apply, visit www.cut.ac.za/careers or https://cut-employee.simplify.hr/

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS – 04 July 2025