School of Engineering - Lecturer (Part-Time)

Varsity College; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Cape Town is seeking a Part-Time Lecturer to deliver high-level lectures in various engineering modules. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree and has at least 3 years of lecturing experience. Responsibilities include lecture preparation, student support, and assessment management. This role offers flexible working hours, requiring availability for 2–3 days of teaching per week. Competitive compensation is provided for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ lecturing experience in a similar role at a tertiary institution.
• Demonstrated capability to conduct lectures and seminars effectively.
• Proven capacity to design, set, and evaluate assessments.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and conducting of lectures and tutorials.
• Providing mentoring and support to students.
• Marking and grading of student assessments.

Skills

Lecturing

E-learning programs expertise

Curriculum development

High communication skills

Administrative abilities

Education

Master’s degree in specified discipline(s)

Tools

Blackboard

Moodle

Job description

Direct Reporting Line: Head of Engineering

Emeris consolidates resources and expertise from IIE Varsity College, IIE MSA, IIE-Vega School, and IIE School of Hospitality & Service Management, with a unified approach ensuring a consistent standard of excellence in teaching, learning, and student support.

Emeris – Newlands, Cape Town has a vacancy for a Part‑Time Lecturer in the following modules:

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Rural and Urban Infrastructure (Transport/Road Engineering)
• Structural Engineering
• Water Engineering
• Engineering Materials
• Civil Engineering Design
• Society and Practice
• Chemistry

Key Performance Areas

• Preparation, conducting of lectures, tutorials, workshops, and seminars;
• Providing study guidance, learning support, consultation and mentoring of students;
• Initiation and development of module materials, including on‑line and web‑based materials;
• Marking and grading of student assessments;
• Module coordination and quality assurance;
• A range of administrative functions connected to the discipline and modules being taught;
• Involvement in relevant committees, workshops, task groups and other activities;
• Other duties commensurate to the position as required.

Other Job Requirements

• Demonstrated capability to lecture, conduct tutorials and seminars at tertiary level in an effective manner in the core courses stipulated at the highest academic level;
• Expertise in e-learning programs such as Blackboard and Moodle;
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of curriculum areas being taught at the highest academic level;
• Demonstrated capacity to design, set and evaluate assessments at the appropriate level for the courses stipulated;
• High level of communication skills in verbal, written and electronic modes; and
• Proven high‑level administrative abilities.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Master’s degree in the specified discipline(s).

Minimum Work Experience Requirements

• 3 years’ lecturing experience in a similar higher education role at a tertiary institution.

Working Conditions

• Please note that this is an Independent Contractor role.
• Positions are part‑time, with lectures taking place between 08:00 and 18:00.
• Must reside in Cape Town (All classes presented on‑Campus).
• Applicants must be available to lecture for 2–3 days (business hours) within a week for the duration of the semester.

Application Response

• Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews.

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Emeris is an Equal Opportunity Employer. However, preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or place the vacancy on hold at any time, without prior notice.