Senior Lecturer

Durban-University-of-Technolog; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Durban-University-of-Technolog is seeking a Senior Lecturer for the textile technology department. The candidate should have a PhD and at least five years’ experience in higher education or relevant industry. Responsibilities include lecturing, curriculum development, and administrative duties.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge in fibre manufacture, yarn spinning, and textile testing, along with evidence of community engagement and ongoing academic development.

Qualifications

• PhD in the relevant discipline required.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in higher education or industry.
• Sound knowledge and experience in textile technology and processes.

Responsibilities

• Lecture in textile technology subjects as needed.
• Assist in curriculum development and course materials.
• Process student queries and administrative duties.

Skills

Sound knowledge of fibre manufacture

Experience in higher education teaching

Strong knowledge of textile testing

Education

PhD in the relevant discipline

Job description

Senior Lecturer

Minimum Requirements

• PhD in the relevant discipline
• Sound knowledge of fibre manufacture, short and long staple yarn spinning, and textile testing.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in higher education teaching/industry experience in a related field.

Additional Recommendation

• PhD within the discipline of dry processing of textile science/engineering. Undergraduate studies must include textile technology with a focus on dry processing subjects.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant teaching and/or textile industry experience in textile technology, manufacturing processes, or related areas (including teaching or training experience in Higher Education, industry, or training institutions).
• Sound knowledge of the technical aspects of textile fibre manufacturing, yarn manufacturing, and textile testing.
• A proven record of research publications and successful supervision within the field of textiles and related areas would be an advantage.
• A broad understanding of current research developments and teaching trends within the discipline.
• Evidence of ongoing academic development and professional growth.
• Evidence of involvement in community engagement projects.

Summary of duties

• Assisting in processing student queries and processes related to the Department/Programme.
• Lecture in textile technology subjects, or where required, as deemed necessary by the Head of Department.
• Assist in the curriculum and development of appropriate course material.
• Represent the department in relevant academic and professional forums.
• Perform administrative duties assigned by the Head of Department.
• Participate in departmental life, including community engagement and research

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.