Lecturer, Photography (Post Ref. No. 20001457)

Durban University of Technology; Durban; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Durban University of Technology invites applications for a Lecturer in Photography in the Department of Visual Communication Design. You will lecture in photography at degree and honours level and deliver studio photography instruction, developing assessments and content for a growing programme.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in Photography (PhD preferred) and at least three years’ teaching or industry experience, plus a strong portfolio and ability to create contemporary content for

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Photography; PhD preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ teaching at tertiary level, OR 3 years’ industry experience.
• Comprehensive photographic studio experience.
• Be able to teach Photographic Theory and Applied Photography at degree and/or honours level.
• Experience with 4IR platforms and online teaching would be an advantage.
• Portfolio of photographic work and teaching materials.

Responsibilities

• Lecture in the Photography Programme at degree and/or honours level.
• Lecture studio photography and assess student work.
• Set and mark tests, assignments and portfolios.
• Develop new content/curriculum for the degree and/or honours programmes.
• Engage in departmental administration duties.
• Develop materials for online learners.
• Participate in research projects and scholarly outputs.
• Attend Head of Department meetings and contribute to committees.
• Publish research outputs or creative works.

Skills

Photography pedagogy

Curriculum development

Portfolio development

Education

Master's degree in Photography

PhD in Photography (preferred)

Tools

Adobe Lightroom

Photoshop

Adobe Premiere Pro

DSLR video/multimedia

Job description

With more than34400 students, and approximately 1700 members of staff, theDurban University of Technology (DUT)is a leading university of technology proudly located in the beautiful cities ofDurbanandPietermaritzburg, along the warm east coast of South Africa. Founded in April 2002 through the historic merger of the former ML Sultan Technikon and Technikon Natal, DUT has evolved into a modern, metropolitan, multi-campus university with roots tracing back to 1907.

Today, DUT is recognisednationally and internationallyfor its excellence inteaching and learning, research, innovation, entrepreneurship and engagement. A proud member of theInternational Association of Universities, DUT continues to expand its influence across South Africa and the world. In the2025 Webometrics Rankings, DUT was ranked among theTop 6% of all universities and colleges worldwide, reflecting its academic excellence, research impact and strong global visibility.

DUT’s Philosophy of Education, “Our creativity and innovation shapes adaptive graduates who transform society” reflects the institution’s deep commitment to meaningful impact for societal transformation. Guided by its inspirational and aspirational ENVISION2030 strategy, which is rooted in DUT’s DNA of being ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’ and underpinned by its bespoke Living Values Framework, DUT focuses on ‘contributing to the improvement of lives and livelihoods’.

The University comprises six diverse Faculties:

1. Accounting and Informatics
2. Applied Science
3. Arts & Design
4. Engineering and the Built Environment
5. Health Sciences
6. Management Sciences

DUT also includes a Business School and the award-winning Institute for Water and Wastewater Technology (IWWT), amongst other research centres and institutes, reinforcing its role as a hub for knowledge, innovation and societal impact. Over the years, the University substantially grown its research output, dominating the UoT sector. This is evidenced by the steady increase of NRF-rated researchers and the notable, unprecedented award of seven NRF SARCHi Chairs in 2025. This impetus helps us to remain deeply engaged with our communities glocally, thereby transforming societies and economies.

At DUT, we believe in nurturing talent and empowering people to make a real difference. If you are passionate about contributing to education, research, innovation, entrepreneurship and engagement, DUT offers the ideal environment - Creative. Distinctive. Impactful.

Department of Visual Communication Design

Lecturer (Photography)

Minimum Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Photography or an appropriate associated field. However, a candidate with a PhD in Photography or an associated field would be given preference.
• A minimum of 3 years’ teaching experience at tertiary level, OR, 3 years’ experience in industry.

Additional Recommendations

• Comprehensive photographic studio experience is a pre-requisite.
• Be able to create updated, contemporary and innovative content at degree and/or honours level.
• Experience in new platforms in line with the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR)
• Be able to teach Photographic Theory and Applied Photography at degree and/or honours level.
• A combination of analogue and digital photography.
• Must register for doctoral study within three years of appointment.
• Evidence of research or creative output activities (industry commissions if from industry).
• Experience in teaching and learning technologies, including e-learning would be an advantage.
• Experience in teaching English to second-language students.
• Possess a working knowledge of post-production Photography software, such as Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
• Possess a working knowledge of DSLR video/multimedia and Adobe Premier Pro.
• Portfolio of photographic work, teaching and learning (example slides, assessments, lesson plans).

Summary of Duties

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Register for a PhD within three years of appointment, if not in possession of a PhD.
• Lecture in the Photography Programme at degree and/or honours level.
• Lecture studio photography.
• Set and mark tests, assignments and portfolios.
• Develop new content/curriculum for the degree and/or honours qualification(s).
• Engage in departmental administration duties.
• Develop materials specific for online learners.
• Participate in individual and/or programme research projects.
• Attend meetings prescribed by the Head of Department.
• Participate in DUT academic life and serve on at least one committee.
• Undertake appropriate duties as assigned by the Programme Co-ordinator/Head of Department.
• Conduct research and publish research outputs or produce creative research outputs.

Salary: Market related, plus benefits

Email Address: [e-mail]

Status of Position: Permanent

The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment

“While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy”