Career Opportunities at Durban University of Technology

Minimum requirements: 

• An NQF level 9 Architectural degree (e.g. M. Arch). 
• A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline may be considered provided that a foundational NQF level 7 architectural qualification has also been achieved. 
• At least three (3) year’s teaching experience at a higher education institution or 3 years professional experience at PR Arch level. 

Additional requirements: 

• SACAP accredited primary qualifications. 
• Good communication skills and providing discipline specific support to students in Zulu 
• Skills and expertise in social media and architectural drawing and presentation 
• Acumen towards operating with defined systems and requirements 
• A strong passion for teaching and research. 
• Experience in managing implementation of architectural related software and hardware 
• Team player with interest in moving the department towards excellence. 
• Practice based experience with in-depth construction technology knowledge 
• Implementing and running community engagement projects as part of employment at an educational institution. 

Summary of duties 

• Curriculum development. 
• Development teaching and learning material. 
• Lecturing, assessment and supervision. 
• Engaging in research and publications. 
• Facilitating departmental community engagement projects. 
• Assistance with administrative and other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department or representative as delegated. 
• Participating in broader institutional for a providing discipline specific support to students in Zulu 
• Managing Departmental social media activities and content

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Minimum requirements:

• D-Eng. / D-Tech / PhD qualification in mechanical engineering, with an undergraduate qualification in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• At least 5 years teaching/professional experience.
• Evidence of research and post graduate supervision

Additional Recommendations:

• Strong in the Fluid Mechanics and/or Thermodynamics knowledge area(s)
• Good Publications Record
• Good communication and lecturing skills
• A strong passion for teaching and research
• Professional registration with council

Summary of Duties:

• Teaching, assessing and supervision at all levels.
• Development of learning materials.
• The successful candidate is expected to supervise and/or be actively involved in research in the department.
• Assist with administrative and other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department or Representative as delegated.
• Assess experiential training requirements of students.

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Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management from an accredited institution or comparable institution.
• Three (3) years of relevant teaching experience and/or professional construction experiencen employed in increasingly responsible management positions primarily in the South African construction or comparable industry.

Additional Recommendations:

• A strong passion for teaching and research.
• Ability to coordinate and manage courses effectively;
• Good communication and lecturing skills; and
• Proof of 3 years of relevant teaching experience in either the construction sector or consulting quantity surveying firm.
• Quantities and documentation skills
• An ability to develop a research profile in either digital construction or business management; and;
• Commitment to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion, and ability to contribute to the diversity of the Faculty community.

Summary of Duties:

• Teaching and assessing at all levels.
• Development of learning materials.
• The successful candidate is expected to be actively involved in research in the department; and
• Assist with administrative and other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department as delegated.

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Minimum requirements:

• MTech/MEng/MSc Eng. or equivalent NQF level 9 qualification in engineering, with an undergraduate qualification in Electrical Power Engineering.
• At least 3 years teaching/professional/industrial experience
• Experience in general power systems engineering.
• Required to currently be pursuing or immediately pursue a doctoral qualification in engineering.

Additional Recommendations:

• Good communication and lecturing skills.
• A strong passion for teaching and research.
• Professional registration with ECSA.
• Good research track record or relevant research experience and an ability and desire to advance research development in the department.

Summary Duties:

• Teaching, assessing and supervision at all levels.
• Responsible for at least two modules per semester in accordance with fair workload distribution.
• Development of learning materials for different courses.
• Supervise BEng Tech industrial projects in the department.
• Assist with administrative and other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department or representative as delegated.
• To serve as chair of a specialty area on a rotational basis.
• To contribute/lead curriculum design.
• To assist the department in the delivery of quality teaching and learning.

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Minimum requirements

• Master’s Degree (within the discipline of apparel or related areas). Undergraduate studies must include apparel technology subjects.
• A minimum of 3 years relevant teaching/ relevant apparel industry experience – eg in technology, manufacturing processes and/or business. (Teaching or training experience in relevant, Higher Education, industry or training institutions).
• Sound knowledge of the technical aspects of apparel including but not limited to patternmaking, construction, quality, work study, production methods, and raw materials.

Additional Recommendations

• Demonstrate a solid portfolio of work and traceable references
• Strong team player, high level of initiative, highly motivated, ability to network

Summary of Duties:

• Lecture in apparel product and process related subjects or where required as deemed necessary by the Head of Department
• Preparation and delivery of lectures and practicals, and assessment of student work
• Assist in the circulation and development of appropriate course material
• Perform administrative duties assigned by the Head of Department
• Participate in departmental life including community engagement and research

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Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s Degree (within the discipline of apparel or related areas). Undergraduate studies can include apparel technology subjects.
• Sound knowledge of the technical aspects of apparel including patternmaking, construction, quality, work-study, production methods, and raw materials.
• A minimum of 2 years relevant teaching/ relevant apparel industry experience – e.g. in technology, manufacturing processes and/or business. (Teaching or training experience in relevant, Higher Education, industry or training institutions).

Additional Recommendations

• Demonstrate a solid portfolio of work and traceable references.
• Prior teaching experience at Higher Education level will be highly advantageous.
• Practical industry or retail experience in clothing related areas.
• Strong team player, high level of initiative, highly motivated, ability to network.

Summary of Duties:

• Lecture in apparel product and process related subjects or where required as deemed necessary by the Head of Department.
• Preparation and delivery of lectures and practicals, and assessment of student work.
• Assist in the curriculum development of appropriate course material.
• Perform administrative duties assigned by the Head of Department.
• Participate in departmental life including community engagement and research.

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Minimum Requirements

• Master’s Degree in any Maritime related field of study.
• Marine Engineering Officer at Management level.
• A minimum of 3 years teaching and or industry experience.

Additional Recommendation:

• The applicant should have a broad knowledge of the shipping industry and a keen interest in the education of aspiring seafarers
• 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 matters relating to learning, teaching, and assessment
• Assist in curriculum development
• Assist in the development of industry specific subsidized short courses
• Conduct research and publishing activities
• Perform other duties as determine by the Head of Department

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Minimum Requirements

• Master’s Degree in any Maritime related field of study.
• Deck Officer Certificate of Competency at Management level.
• A minimum of 3 years teaching, and or industry experience.

Additional Recommendation:

• The applicant should have a broad knowledge of the shipping industry and a keen interest in the education of aspiring seafarers
• 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 matters relating to learning, teaching, and assessment
• Assist in curriculum development
• Assist in the development of industry specific subsidized short courses
• Conduct research and publishing activities
• Perform other duties as determine by the Head of Department

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Minimum requirements:

• A Master’s degree in Applied or Mathematical Statistics
• At least 3 years lecturing experience
• Evidence of publication in international and national peer reviewed journals
• A broad understanding of current research developments and teaching trends within the discipline
• Knowledge and experience of various statistical software packages such as SPSS, SAS, R

Summary of duties:

• Perform related administrative and academic duties
• To conduct lectures and practical assessments in a classroom and computer laboratory setting
• The ability to strengthen the department in the delivery of quality teaching and learning
• The ability to initiate various research projects and aid in the growth of research output of the department
• To demonstrate effective communication skills, strong leadership abilities and excellent management and administrative skills.
• Community engagement with relevant statistical institutes
• Collaborate and engage with other Universities and key stakeholders in industry
• Entrepreneurial skills to broaden opportunities for third stream income in the department
• Departmental Quality Monitoring
• Experience in e-Learning