Professor/ Associate Professor & HOD (re-advert)
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Posted 25 November 2025 - Closing Date 30 April 2026

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Job Description

With more than 34400 students, and approximately 1700 members of staff, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) is a leading university of technology proudly located in the beautiful cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg, along the warm east coast of South Africa. Founded in April 2002 through the historic merger of the former ML Sultan Technikon and Technikon Natal, DUT has evolved into a modern, metropolitan, multi-campus university with roots tracing back to 1907.

Today, DUT is recognised nationally and internationally for its excellence in teaching and learning, research, innovation, entrepreneurship and engagement. A proud member of the International Association of Universities, DUT continues to expand its influence across South Africa and the world. In the 2025 Webometrics Rankings, DUT was ranked among the Top 6% of all universities and colleges worldwide, reflecting its academic excellence, research impact and strong global visibility.

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:

  1. Accounting and Informatics
  2. Applied Science
  3. Arts & Design
  4. Engineering and the Built Environment
  5. Health Sciences
  6. 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 glocally, thereby transforming societies and economies.

At DUT, we believe in nurturing talent and empowering people to make a real difference. If you are passionate about contributing to education, research, innovation, entrepreneurship and engagement, DUT offers the ideal environment - Creative. Distinctive. Impactful.


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FULL PROFESSOR

  • A PhD in Physics
  • A minimum of ten (10) years of consistent, extensive, and excellent performance in teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
  • Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision (Master's and Doctoral)
  • Achievement of international recognition through research outputs within the last ten (10) years, emphasizing recent research outputs.
  • Significant contribution to community engagement.

 ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

  • A PhD in Physics.
  • A minimum of seven (7) years of consistent, extensive, and excellent performance in teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
  • Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision.
  • Achievement of national and/or international recognition through research outputs within the last seven (7) years.
  • Significant contribution to community engagement.

 Additional Recommendations

  • The applicant should have a broad knowledge of Physics modules and a good research profile.
  • A broad understanding of current research developments and teaching trends within the discipline
  • 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 learning, teaching, assessment, and research matters.
  • Assist in curriculum development
  • Conduct research and publish in accredited journals


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.


Instructions to candidates

Direct queries to Mrs. Zulu: [email protected] 

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

Please complete an official employment application form from our website www.dut.ac.za  and send a detailed covering letter, CV, and certified qualifications with the exact name of the post you are applying for.

 

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