Post: Institutional Researcher
Post Reference: 20000960
With more than 34,400 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.
Minimum requirements:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with competencies in qualitative and quantitative research.
- At least 3 to 6 years’ experience in institutional research, responsible for Institutional research work.
- Demonstrated knowledge and competency in research methodologies.
- Knowledge of research ethics and its associated approval processes.
- Microsoft Word and Excel, statistical analysis tools/ packages and databases.
- Communicate effectively (oral, written, symbolic forms) with all audiences and communicate complex ideas and institutional research findings clearly and concisely.
- The ability to function under pressure and be responsive and unquestionable professional integrity, stature and abilities.
- Ability to collaborate in a team
Ideal requirements
- PhD degree in a relevant discipline
- Sound knowledge of Higher Education Sector
Summary of Duties:
Conducting Institutional Research
- Conduct institutional research in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements in support of planning, decision-making, and performance assessment across the University
- Implement appropriate institutional research policies, procedures and practices to facilitate the formation of an enabling learning environment
- Integrate HEMIS and operational domain data into institutional-level institutional research projects
Provide Business Intelligence
- Participate in institutional strategic planning and help re-integrate business intelligence outcomes into business cycle and service delivery to formulate the University's strategic direction and deliverables.
- Participate in the University's strategic planning processes, monitoring implementation, evaluating impacts, and preparing reports in this regard.
Compile reports
- Compile reports of and present institutional research outcomes and recommendations accurately to management stakeholders
- Track and report on progress against institutional implementation plans and deliverables
- Contribute to statutory reporting (including but not limited to the compilation of the annual report, annual performance plan and mid-year reports) and other internal reports and plans.
Salary: Market related
Contact Person: Mr. Viko Mazwi
Status of Position: Permanent
Applications should include:
- A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from dut.ac.za (under the QUICK LINKS tab - @careers)
- A detailed curriculum vitae (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above-mentioned fields)
- Cover Letter
- Copies of all relevant academic records and certificates
- ID Copy
- Matric Certificate
- Current contactable referees
Please note:
The University reserves the right not to appoint.
While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given in terms of the University’s Equity Plan.
