Lecturer Ref : 20001108

Durban University of Technology; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Durban University of Technology in KwaZulu-Natal invites applications for a Lecturer position in the Department of Entrepreneurial Studies and Management. The appointment is permanent and requires a Master’s degree and experience in Management and/or Entrepreneurship. Applicants should have at least 3 years lecturing experience; PhD encouraged. Willingness to work at other DUT campuses, in the evenings and on weekends is expected.

Salary: market related. Closing date 31 August 2026. Contact Ms.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and undergraduate study in Management and/or Entrepreneurship.
• At least 3 years’ lecturing experience in Management and/or Entrepreneurship.
• PhD registration is preferred and active participation in professional/industry activities will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assess modules in the Department of Entrepreneurial Studies and Management.
• Participate in research supervision of students.
• Prepare and develop learning/teaching materials; contribute to curriculum development.
• Provide academic support to facilitate student success and engage with community initiatives.
• Represent the department on committees and perform administrative duties as required.

Skills

Lecturing experience

Research supervision

Community engagement

Academic collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Management or Entrepreneurship

Undergraduate degree in Management or Entrepreneurship

PhD (preferred)

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 improving lives and livelihoods’.

The University comprisessix diverse Faculties:

1. Accounting and Informatics
2. Applied Sciences

• Arts & Design

1. Engineering and the Built Environment
2. Health Sciences
3. Management Sciences

DUT also includes a Business School and the award-winningInstitute for Water and Wastewater Technology (IWWT), amongst other research centres and institutes, reinforcing its role as a hub for knowledge, innovation and societal impact. DUT is deeply engaged with its community and regional ecosystem, while remainingglobally connected and relevant.

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 Entrepreneurial Studies Lecturer Position: Post Number 20001108 Permanent Position

Minimum Requirements:

Lecturer

• A Master’s degree and undergraduate study in the field of Management and / or Entrepreneurship
• At least 3 years’ lecturing experience in the field of Management and / or Entrepreneurship
• Preference will be given to applicants who are registered for a PhD
• Active participation in professional, industry and or community activities

Additional Recommendations:

• Commercial or industrial related experience
• Demonstrate innovative thinking towards teaching and learning skills
• Availability to work at other DUT campuses, in the evening and weekends and sometimes away from home

Summary of Duties:

• Teaching and assessment of modules/ subjects in the Department of Entrepreneurial Studies and Management
• Research participation and supervision of research students.
• Preparation and development of learning / teaching materials
• Involvement in curriculum development.
• Provide academic support to facilitate student success.
• Involvement in community engagement initiatives organized by the department/faculty.
• Participate in Faculty and University wide activities and functions.
• Administrative and auxiliary duties in line with the above functions.
• Any other duties assigned by the head of department.
• Represent the department as necessary on institutional committees and professional forums.

Salary : market related

Contact Person: Ms. MN, Mthembu Tel: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Publication: Internal and External

CLOSING DATE : 31 AUGUST 2026

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Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to: [e-mail]

Application form obtainable from our website www.dut.ac.za

1. Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only.
2. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered.

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

“The University reserves the right not to appoint”