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 shape 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 Science
- 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 has substantially grown its research output, dominating the UoT sector. This is evidenced by the steady increase in 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.
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.
PROFESSOR:
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD/Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 10 years’ teaching in Higher Education Institution 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 ECSA as PrTech or PrEng.
Summary of Duties
- Teach 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 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:
- PhD/Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 7 years’ teaching in Higher Education Institution 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 ECSA as PrTech or PrEng
Summary of Duties
- Teach 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 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 according to the requirements for Associate Professors and 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: -
- Allocation of staff workloads.
- Leave management.
- Performance management contracting and reviews.
- 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 staff and filling of vacancies.
- Curriculum reviews, updates and the development of new programmes.
- Enhancing Faculty projects such as Post graduate Recruitment and supervision, Orientation and Graduation, First Year Student Experience, etc.
- To provide leadership to the department with respect of teaching & learning and research.
Enquiries: Mrs. Zulu: [email protected]
To Apply: Please attach your CV, copies of ID, and Qualifications when applying
- Please ensure that all relevant documents are merged in chronological order when applying.
- Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only.
“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.”