Lecturer- Physics

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

Job summary

A leading university in South Africa seeks a Faculty member to teach Physics up to Honours level. The successful candidate will also contribute to curriculum development and participate in research. Candidates should have a Masters in Physics with at least two years of relevant experience, including one year in teaching at a higher education institution. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential. The role requires adaptability and a student-centered focus, encouraging applications from diverse candidates.

Qualifications

• At least two years' relevant working experience, with one year in a lecturing role at a higher education institution.

Responsibilities

• Teach Physics subjects up to Honours level.
• Contribute to curriculum development at postgraduate level.
• Develop learning materials for subjects being taught.
• Participate in research and produce publications.
• Assist in marketing and student recruitment activities.

Skills

Masters qualification in Physics or equivalent

Teaching experience in higher education

Data science and programming skills

Industry experience

Experience in Engineering context

Strong oral and written communication skills

Organisational and planning skills

Adaptability and willingness to innovate

Research and academic writing skills

Proficiency in English

Education

Masters (NOF level 9) qualification in Physics or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Faculty

Department: Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Applied Sciences -> Mathematics & Physics

Campus/ Location:

Job Type: Permanent

Number of Positions: 1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only): To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date: 14/12/2025

Job Purpose

The successful candidate will teach Physics up to Honours level in Computer Engineering and Electrical Engineering qualifications. The successful candidate will also contribute to curriculum development (especially at postgraduate level). Furthermore, the successful candidate will provide support to the Department in pursuit of its objectives in learning and teaching, research, Work Integrated Learning, and community engagement

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Masters (NOF level 9) qualification in Physics or equivalent
• At least two years' relevant working experience, of which at least one year must be in a lecturing role at a higher education institution

Recommended

• Data science and programming skills would be advantageous
• Industry experience would be advantageous
• Experience teaching or working in an Engineering context would be advantageous

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Teach Physics subjects up to Honours level, including in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering qualifications
• Develop reusable learning and teaching materials for the subjects being taught (e.g., lecture notes, practical, tutorials, online content)
• Perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the Department
• Participate in curriculum development, particularly at postgraduate level
• Participate in research and produce DHET-accredited publications at a rate of at least 0.5 publication units per year
• Participate in the Quality Assurance activities of the Department
• Assist with marketing and student recruitment activities
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Organisational, planning, and time management skills
• Adaptability and willingness to innovate
• Strong student focus
• Administrative skills and attention to detail
• Research and academic writing skills
• Proficiency in English

General Information

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.

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