Professor/ Associate Professor/ Senior Lecturer/Lecturer

Durban University of Technology; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Durban University of Technology is seeking qualified candidates for various academic positions, including Full Professor, Associate Professor, Senior Lecturer, and Lecturer in mathematics-related fields. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience, with a strong focus on teaching, research, and community engagement. The roles involve management of academic matters, curriculum development, and contributions to research outputs. Interested applicants must complete the official employment form and submit a detailed cover letter and CV by the closing date.

Qualifications

• PhD required for all positions, with varying years of teaching experience.
• Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision is essential.
• Strong research profile and community engagement are emphasized.

Responsibilities

• Management of learning, teaching, assessment, and research matters.
• Assist in curriculum development.
• Conduct research and publish in accredited journals.

Skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Teamwork

Independent work

E-Learning experience

Education

PhD in mathematics-related field

Master's Degree in mathematics-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

FULL PROFESSOR

• A PhD in any mathematics-related field of study.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of consistent, extensive, and excellent performance in teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision (Master's and Doctoral).
• Achievement of international recognition through research outputs within the last ten (10) years, emphasizing recent research outputs.
• Significant contribution to community engagement.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

• A PhD in any mathematics-related field of study.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of teaching experience.
• Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision.
• Achievement of national and/or international recognition through research outputs within the last seven (7) years.
• Significant contribution to community engagement.

SENIOR LECTURER

• A PhD in any mathematics-related field of study.
• A minimum of five (5) years of teaching.
• A record of publications in refereed academic journals, edited books, and/or book chapters.
• Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision.
• Contribution to community engagement.

LECTURER

• A Master's Degree in any Mathematics-related field or a PhD would be an advantage.
• A minimum of 3 years’ teaching and/or industry experience.

Additional Recommendations

• The applicant should have broad knowledge of first and second-year Mathematics and a strong research profile.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Good organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications and a strong work ethic.
• Experience in E-Learning.

Summary of Duties

• Management of all learning, teaching, assessment, and research matters.
• Assist in curriculum development.
• Conduct research and publish in accredited journals.
• Perform other duties as determined by the Head of Department.

Instructions to Candidates

• Communication will be entered into with shortlisted candidates.
• Only applications made on our official employment form will be considered. Please complete the form available on www.dut.ac.za and send a detailed cover letter, CV, and certified qualifications, specifying the exact post you are applying for.

Closing Date

10 June 2025

While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given in terms of the University’s equity policy. The University reserves the right not to appoint.