nGAP Lecturer: Digital Media in the fields of Game Design and Animation and Interactive Media ([...]

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

Job summary

A renowned institution of higher education is seeking a nGAP Lecturer for Digital Media specializing in Game Design and Animation. The role is aimed at developing teaching skills and includes responsibilities in undergraduate and postgraduate education. Candidates must be 40 years or younger and have a strong academic background along with experience in relevant software tools. Commitment to a 6-year placement is required.

Qualifications

• Show interest in becoming an academic.
• Registered or willing to register for a Doctoral degree.
• At least 1 year experience with relevant software/tools.

Responsibilities

• Teach practical and theoretical subjects in Digital Media.
• Perform academic and administrative duties.
• Engage in research activities.

Skills

Digital Media expertise

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in English

Education

Master's degree

Eligibility for doctoral studies

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Maya

3Ds Max

Blender

Unity

Unreal Engine

Job description

nGAP Lecturer: Digital Media in the fields of Game Design and Animation and Interactive Media (Re-advertisement) - (8081)

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Job Title

nGAP Lecturer: Digital Media in the fields of Game Design and Animation and Interactive Media (Re-advertisement)

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

Permanent

Occupational Function

Number of Positions

1

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

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

14/9/2025

Job Purpose

This post is part of the New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP), aimed at developing academic talent in South Africa's higher education system. The programme supports newly recruited academics in developing teaching and research skills, with a focus on equity targets, favoring black and/or women South African citizens. Applicants must:

• Show interest in becoming an academic
• Be 40 years or younger
• Have a 70% pass mark for Master's degree
• Show evidence of eligibility for doctoral or post-doctoral studies
• Be willing to commit to a 6-year placement

The role involves lecturing in undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Multimedia Applications within the Information Technology department.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Be 40 years or younger
• Registered or willing to register for a Doctoral degree

Recommendations

• At least 1 year experience with software tools like Adobe Photoshop, Maya, 3Ds Max, Blender, or programming languages like Unity or Unreal Engine

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Participate in all components of the nGAP development programme during the first six years
• Teach practical and theoretical subjects at undergraduate and postgraduate levels: Digital Media, Programming, Game Design, Animation, and Interactive Media
• Perform academic and administrative duties
• Assess students
• Engage in research activities
• Contribute to Quality Assurance activities
• Participate in work-integrated learning and student visitations
• Develop industry and academic linkages
• Assist with marketing and recruitment
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head of Department

Competencies

Digital Media expertise, organizational skills, presentation skills, adaptability, interpersonal skills, continuous learning, learner focus, communication and coaching, administrative skills, proficiency in English.

General Information

Closing Date: 14 September 2025

Note: Applicants must complete all sections of the application comprehensively. CV upload is not supported by the system. The university is committed to Employment Equity and encourages designated groups, including persons with disabilities, to apply. Preference will be given to applicants contributing to demographic representation. The university reserves the right not to fill the position.

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