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:

• Accounting and Informatics
• Applied Sciences
• Arts & Design
• Engineering and the Built Environment
• Health Sciences
• Management Sciences

DUT also includes a Business School and the award-winning Institute 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 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.

Professor:

Minimum Requirements:

• PhD/Doctorate in Electroanalytical Chemistry and a minimum of 10 years’ teaching experience
• Sustained research track record of publications in accredited journals.
• Track record of supervision of postgraduates and leadership of research group/s.
• Sustained track record of external funding.
• Evidence of collaborative linkages.
• Evidence of external engagement.
• Good communication and lecturing skills.
• A strong passion for teaching and research.
• Professional registration with SACI.

 Summary of Duties

• Teach Physical Chemistry and Electroanalytical Chemistry subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Supervision of postgraduate projects and postgraduate students.
• Development of learning material for different courses.
• Actively involved in research and research activities.
• Active participation in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and industrial projects.
• Knowledge of online learning software, e.g., Moodle, Blackboard, Teams.
• Participation in community engagement projects.
• Assist with administrative duties as delegated.
• Any other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department.

 
Associate Professor

Minimum Requirements:

• A PhD / Doctorate qualification in Electroanalytical Chemistry with a minimum of 7 years’ teaching experience
• Evidence of a publication track record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Evidence of completed postgraduate supervision.
• Track record of external funding.
• Good communication and lecturing skills.
• A strong passion for teaching and research.
• Professional registration with SACI.

 Summary of Duties

• Teach Physical Chemistry and Electroanalytical Chemistry subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Supervision of postgraduate projects and postgraduate students.
• Development of learning material for different courses.
• Actively involved in research and research activities.
• Active participation in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and industrial projects.
• Knowledge of online learning software, e.g., Moodle, Blackboard, Teams.
• Participation in community engagement projects.
• Assist with administrative duties as delegated.
• Any other duties as prescribed by the Head of Department.

 HEAD OF DEPARTMENT

Five (5) years fixed contract, renewable for one additional term based on performance Appointment at Professor/ Associate Professor

 Minimum requirements:

A PhD in the relevant discipline

Relevance in this context will depend on the cluster of academic programmes located in the department Associate Professors, Professors

Five (5) years’ experience in higher education and academic leadership Scholarship leadership and scholarship

Summary of duties

• Dealing with student queries and complaints regarding the Department/Programme.
• Managing and supervising staff which includes: -
  • The allocation of
  • Leave management.
  • Enhancing staff relations and building a team towards a student centred department.
  • Attending to matters such as study leave, grievances, disputes, training & development.
  • Appointment of part-time and replacement
  • Programme and project
  • Enhancing Faculty projects g. Post graduate Recruitment and supervision, Siyaphumelela, FYSE, Orientation and Graduation.
  • To provide leadership to the department with respect of teaching & learning and research.

Contact Person: PF. Zulu
Email: Preciousz2@dut.ac.za
Publication: Internal and External

Please complete an official application for employment form, obtainable from our website at www.dut.ac.za, and send a detailed CV with all relevant qualifications.

1. Communication will be entered into with the shortlisted candidates
2. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered

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.”