Senior Lecturer

Durban University of Technology; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Durban University of Technology is seeking a Senior Lecturer in the Built Environment to contribute to teaching, curriculum development, and academic administration while actively engaging in research and postgraduate supervision.

The role requires a PhD or equivalent NQF level 10, an undergraduate in urban planning or related fields, and substantial lecturing experience, with a strong record of research and professional registration.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent NQF level 10 qualification in the Built Environment, with an undergraduate qualification in urban planning or related town and regional planning.
• At least 5 years of lecturing experience.
• Evidence of research.
• Evidence of postgraduate supervision.

Responsibilities

• The incumbent will be expected to contribute to teaching and learning activities, including curriculum development, consultation with students, and academic administration, and engage with research, community outreach, and external engagement in line with the DUT policies.
• Teaching, assessing, and supervision at all levels. Responsible for at least two modules per semester in accordance with fair workload distribution, and undertake lecturing, assessment, and supervision of students in theoretical modules. To assist the department in the delivery of quality teaching and learning.
• Be actively involved in research and/or postgraduate supervision in the department at all levels.
• Assist with administrative and other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department or representative as delegated.
• Facilitating departmental community engagement projects.
• To serve as chair of a specialty area on a rotational basis.
• To coordinate a level or program in the department and assist with administrative and other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department or representative as delegated.

Education

PhD or equivalent NQF level 10 qualification in Built Environment with undergraduate in urban planning or related town and regional planning

At least 5 years lecturing experience

Evidence of research

Evidence of postgraduate supervision

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 improvement of lives and livelihoods’.

The University comprises six diverse Faculties:

1. Accounting and Informatics
2. Applied Science
3. Arts & Design
4. Engineering and the Built Environment
5. Health Sciences
6. 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. Over the years, the University has substantially grown its research output, dominating the UoT sector. This is evidenced by the steady increase of NRF-rated researchers and the notable, unprecedented award of seven NRF SARCHi Chairs in 2025. This impetus helps us to remain deeply engaged with our communities globally, thereby transforming societies and economies.

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.

Senior Lecturer

• PhD or equivalent NQF level 10 qualification in the Built Environment, with an undergraduate qualification in urban planning or related town and regional planning.
• At least 5 years of lecturing experience.
• Evidence of research.
• Evidence of postgraduate supervision.

Additional Recommendations

• Professional experience.
• Good communication and lecturing skills.
• A strong passion for teaching and research.
• Professional registration with SACPLAN.
• Ability to work collectively as part of a team with an interest in moving the department towards excellence.
• Good research track record or relevant research experience, and an ability and desire to advance research development in the department.

Summary of duties

• The incumbent will be expected to contribute to teaching and learning activities, including curriculum development, consultation with students, and academic administration, and engage with research, community outreach, and external engagement in line with the DUT policies.
• Teaching, assessing, and supervision at all levels. Responsible for at least two modules per semester in accordance with fair workload distribution, and undertake lecturing, assessment, and supervision of students in theoretical modules. To assist the department in the delivery of quality teaching and learning.
• Be actively involved in research and/or post-graduate supervision in the department at all levels.
• Assist with administrative and other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department or representative as delegated.
• Facilitating departmental community engagement projects.
• To serve as chair of a specialty area on a rotational basis.
• To coordinate a level or program in the department and assist with administrative and other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department or representative as delegated.

“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.”