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.

Minimum requirements

 Associate Professor

• PhD or equivalent NQF level 10 qualification in the Built Environment, with an undergraduate qualification in construction management or quantity surveying or architecture, or civil engineering.
• At least 7 years of teaching/professional experience.
• Evidence of peer-reviewed publications.
• Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision.
• Evidence of external funding.

 Lecturer

• Masters NQF level 9 qualification in the Built Environment, with an undergraduate qualification in construction management or quantity surveying or architecture, or civil engineering.
• At least 3 years of teaching/professional experience.

 Additional Recommendations:

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

 Summary of 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.
• 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.
• 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.

 Direct enquiries to Mrs. Zulu: [email protected]

                            Closing date 02 March 2026

Instructions to candidates: Please complete an official application for employment form obtainable from our website www.dut.ac.za. Apply with a detailed cover letter, CV, and a copy of your qualifications. Communication will be entered into with the short-listed candidates.

                           The University reserves the right not to appoint.
 While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given in terms of the University's   equity policy."