Senior Lecturer (Permanent) and Rotational Head of Department (5 Year contract) - (8212)

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Senior Lecturer (Permanent) and Rotational Head of Department (5 Year contract) - (8212)

Job Purpose : Head of Department. The HOD must manage the department effectively and efficiently in line with CPUT policies and procedures, including academic project management, research management, HR and staff management, financial management, and student management.

The successful candidate will teach Analytical Chemistry modules and supervise student projects up to Postgraduate level, contribute to curriculum development in the Department, and support the Department in teaching and learning, work integrated learning, service learning, and research.

Responsibilities

• Teach Analytical Chemistry courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Supervise undergraduate final year research projects and postgraduate students.
• Develop innovative teaching and learning methods and materials (e.g., lecture notes, tutorials, online content).
• Participate in curriculum development and quality assurance activities.
• Engage in research projects and produce DHET-accredited publications.
• Participate in the Department’s marketing and student recruitment activities.
• Provide leadership in research activities and in achieving department objectives.
• Create a vision and provide leadership to the Department; foster excellence in teaching, research, service mandates, and expectations.
• Carry out academic and administrative duties; manage budgets and finances; manage human resources; ensure safety.
• Assist with portfolio development and implementation; develop policy and governance related to the department.
• Contribute to School / Dean activities where applicable and support industry partnerships.
• Perform other functions as assigned by the Head of Department.

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General Information

Closing date : 02 November 2025

For enquiries :

To ensure fairness and consistency, all applications will be assessed against the criteria for Promotion of Academic staff at the respective level(s) applied for. Applicants must satisfy the criteria for promotion and will be required to submit a portfolio of evidence. If a post is advertised across two levels or more, preference may be given to applicants who meet the higher level requirements. Applicants must specify the level at which their application should be considered.

To apply please use the link below : CPUT Talent Management - Senior Lecturer (Permanent) and Rotational Head of Department (5 Year contract) - (8212)

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