Job Description

Head of Department
The HOD must manage the department effectively and efficiently in line with the CPUT policies and procedures specifically but not limited to (i) academic project management; (ii) research management; (iii) HR and staff management; (iv) financial management; and (v) student management.
Senior Lecturer
The successful candidate will teach Analytical Chemistry modules and supervise student projects up to Postgraduate level, will contribute to curriculum development in the Department, while providing support to the Department in pursuit of its objectives in teaching and learning, work integrated learning, service learning, and research.
Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Head of Department

• Doctorate in Chemistry or equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years relevant experience, with at least 3 years' experience as a Senior Lecturer.
• The 5 years mentioned above must include 2 years' management experience related to the functions of a HOD (i.e academic management;curriculum development; quality assurance and accreditation processes; financial and HR management in a Department).
• Research and supervision experience commensurate with the level of Senior Lecturer or above

Senior Lecturer

• Doctorate in Chemistry or equivalent qualification.
• A base qualification Chemistry or equivalent qualification
• At least 4 years' relevant working experience, which must include two years teaching experience in Chemistry at the Higher Education level
• Research and postgraduate supervision commensurate with Institutional requirements
• Experience in curriculum development
• Industry experience will be an added advantage

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
Head of Department

• Academic instruction
• Research and post graduate supervision
• Academic management and administration
• Budget and financial management
• Human resources management
• Leadership in research activities in the department
• Community engagement and industry alliance & partnerships
• Professional/personal development and implementation
• Safety management
• Project management
• Policy development and implementation
• Create a vision and provide leadership to the Department
• Foster excellence and harmonious delivery of university teaching, research, service mandates and expectations
• Any other responsibilities assigned by the Dean

Senior Lecturer

• Teach Analytical Chemistry courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Supervise undergraduate final year research projects and postgraduate students
• Monitor and assess Work Integrated Learning
• Develop innovative teaching and learning methods and materials for the subjects being taught (e.g., lecture notes, tutorials, online content)
• Perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the Department
• Participate in curriculum development
• Participate in research projects and produce DHET-accredited publications
• 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
Head of Department

• Technical/Professional knowledge and skills
• Leadership and decision making skills
• Excellent command of English language and communication
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Coaching and Mentoring skills
• Teamwork and cooperation
• Quality of Work and Reliability
• Support of diversity
• Customer service
• Flexibility in a changing environment

Senior Lecturer

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Technical/professional knowledge and skills
• Good interpersonal and high-level presentation and facilitation skills
• Good administrative skills
• Coaching and Mentoring skills
• Teamwork and co-operation
• Strong learner focus and adaptability
• Quality-oriented work ethic
• General computer skills (MS Office, Internet, email)
• Adaptability and willingness to innovate
• Administrative skills
• Research and academic writing skills
• Proficiency in English

General Information
Closing date: 19 October 2025
For Enquiries: makin@cput.ac.za
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NB: Internal applicants interested in higher level academic positions are encouraged to apply for Promotion of Academic Staff if they are eligible. 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. All applicants must satisfy the criteria for promotion to be considered and will be required to submit a portfolio of evidence. In instances where a post is advertised across two levels or more (e.g., Senior lecturer/ Associate Professor/Professor), preference may be given to applicants who meet the requirements at a higher level. Applicants must specify the level at which their application(s) should be considered. The University reserves the right to appoint at a lower level
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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