Hybrid Physics Lecturer & Research Lead (Cape Town)

Placements24

Cape Town

Hybrid

ZAR 520,000 - 700,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical aid

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Housing assistance

Research facilities

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Relocation support

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town invites applications for an experienced Physics Lecturer to join our premier academic partner. The role blends in‑person teaching with hybrid delivery, overseeing lectures, laboratory sessions, and mentorship while contributing to research and curriculum development.

You will work with a vibrant science faculty, delivering courses across classical mechanics, EM, thermodynamics, and quantum physics; supervise students; publish research; and participate in committees and

Qualifications

PhD in Physics or related field from a recognized university.
Minimum 3 years of university teaching and research experience.
Expertise in at least two core areas of physics.
Experience with hybrid/online teaching modalities.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Proven ability to publish scholarly work.

Responsibilities

Deliver lectures on physics topics across mechanics, EM, thermodynamics, and quantum physics.
Design and run laboratory experiments with safety and clarity.
Develop course materials, syllabi, and assessments.
Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
Provide academic advising and mentorship.
Conduct scholarly research and publish in peer‑reviewed journals.
Contribute to committees and outreach.
Blend face‑to‑face and online teaching methods.