Senior Lecturer & Head Of Department

Durban University of Technology; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly qualified individual to join their academic team in the field of textile science. This role requires a PhD holder with extensive teaching and industry experience, particularly in textile technology and manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong academic leadership, a commitment to research, and the ability to foster a collaborative environment among staff and students. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of future textile professionals while engaging in innovative projects and community initiatives.

Qualifications

• PhD in textile science/engineering with minimum 5 years of teaching or industry experience.
• Strong background in academic leadership and proven research publication record.

Responsibilities

• Manage departmental staff, including workload allocation and staff leave approval.
• Provide leadership in teaching, learning, and research within the department.
• Enhance faculty projects and oversee program budgets.

Skills

Academic Leadership

Textile Technology

Teaching Experience

Research Publications

Community Engagement

Education

PhD in Textile Science/Engineering

Undergraduate Studies in Textile Technology

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Minimum requirements

• PhD within the discipline of textile science/engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years 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).
• Candidates should be at the level of Senior Lecturers / Associate Professors or Professors.
• Strong background in academic leadership and scholarship.

Additional Recommendations

• PhD within the discipline of dry processing of textile science/engineering. Undergraduate studies must include textile technology with a focus on dry processing subjects.
• Sound knowledge of the technical aspects of textile fabric manufacturing, product engineering, including but not limited to, fabric construction, quality, and raw materials (including textile fibres and yarns).
• A proven record of research publications and successful supervision within the field of textiles and related areas.
• 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

• Addressing student queries and complaints related to the Department/Programme.
• Managing and supervising departmental staff, including:
• The allocation of workload and responsibilities.
• Approval of staff leave.
• Fostering positive staff relations and building a collaborative, student-centered team.
• Attending to matters such as study leave, grievances, disputes, training & development.
• Overseeing the appointment of part-time and replacement staff.
• Manage program and project budgets.
• Enhancing Faculty projects, e.g., Postgraduate Recruitment and supervision, Siyaphumelela, First Year Student Experience (FYSE), Orientation, and Graduation.
• Provide leadership in teaching, learning, and research within the department.
• Represent the department in relevant academic and professional forums.