Job Description

The successful candidate will teach Physics up to Honours level in Computer Engineering and Electrical Engineering qualifications. The successful candidate will also contribute to curriculum development (especially at postgraduate level). Furthermore, the successful candidate will provide support to the Department in pursuit of its objectives in learning and teaching, research, Work Integrated Learning, and community engagement.
Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Masters (NQF level 9) qualification in Physics or equivalent
• A relevant base qualification
• At least two years' relevant full-time working experience, of which at least one year must be in a lecturing role at a higher education institution

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
The successful candidate will be expected to perform in the following areas:

• Teach Physics subjects up to Honours level, predominantly in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering qualifications
• Develop reusable learning and teaching materials for the subjects being taught (e.g., lecture notes, practicals, tutorials, online content)
• Perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the Department
• Participate in curriculum development, particularly at postgraduate level
• Participate in research and produce DHET-accredited publications at a rate of at least 0.5 publication units per year
• Participate in the Quality Assurance activities of the Department
• Assist with marketing and student recruitment activities
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department

Competencies

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Organisational, planning, and time management skills
• General computer skills (MS Office, Internet, email, AI prompts)
• Adaptability and willingness to innovate
• Strong student focus
• Administrative skills and attention to detail
• Research and academic writing skills
• Proficiency in English
• Industry experience in Applied Mathematics or Data Science would be advantageous
• Experience teaching or working in an Engineering context would be advantageous

General Information
Closing date: 02 November 2025
For Enquiries: makin@cput.ac.za
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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

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