Lecturer: Information Technology (Fixed-Term Contract ending 30 June 2026)

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Cape Town is seeking an experienced academic to join their Information Technology department. The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in Information Technology and at least two years of lecturing experience in Higher Education. Responsibilities include lecturing undergraduate and postgraduate students, participating in curriculum development, and engaging in research activities. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to academic excellence and community initiatives.

Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree in Information Technology is required.
• At least two years of relevant lecturing experience in Higher Education is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lecturing subjects within the IT curriculum to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Participate in curriculum development and assessment.
• Perform academic and administrative duties.

Skills

Lecturing experience

Curriculum development

Education

Master’s Degree in Information Technology

Job description

Faculty

Informatics & Design

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Informatics & Design -> Information Technology

Campus/ Location

District Six Campus - Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Job Type

Contract

Occupational Function

Number of Positions

1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

30/11/2025

Job Purpose

To support the faculty and department in pursuit of its academic and research objectives which include to: teach according to a set syllabus; undertake research and innovation; contribute to curriculum development and design; engage in work integrated learning and develop service learning activities.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Master’s Degree in Information Technology

(The candidate must have obtained all the undergraduate underpinning qualification within the field of study)

• At least two (2) years’ relevant lecturing experience in Higher Education

Recommendations:

• Relevant Industry Experience

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Lecturing subjects within the IT curriculum to undergraduate and postgraduate students
• Participate in Curriculum development, Courseware development and assessment
• Perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the Department
• Participate in the Quality Assurance activities of the Department
• Participate in research: managing undergraduate research projects
• Contribute to community initiatives by integrating community interventions into the curriculum
• Promotion of Community Participation and Linkages
• Develop and maintain linkages with industry and professional bodies on cooperative education, new techniques/technologies, and research projects
• Attending and contributing to staff meetings, committees, programme design and all academic activities
• Assist with marketing and recruitment activities; contributes to the planning for “Open Day”, Attends Open Day and provides Information on Faculty courses
• Personal/ Professional Development
• Safety/ management: Ensures compliance with safety rules
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department

General Information

Closing Date: 30 November 2025

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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.