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 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 improving lives and livelihoods’.
The University comprises six diverse Faculties:
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Accounting and Informatics
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Applied Sciences
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Arts & Design
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Engineering and the Built Environment
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Health Sciences
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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. DUT is deeply engaged with its community and regional ecosystem, while remaining globally connected and relevant.
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.
Internal Applications are invited from interested person(s) for the under-mentioned post. This post is also open to external candidates
Department of Biomedical and Clinical Technology
Lecturer Position: Post Number 20000081
Permanent Position
Minimum Requirements
Lecturer:
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A Master’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent.
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Registration with HPCSA as a graduate in Medical Laboratory Science or Biomedical Technology for at least 3 years in Chemical Pathology.
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3 years teaching experience at Tertiary level
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Preference will be given to applicants who are registered for a Doctoral Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent.
Conditions of Employment:
In accepting a Lecturer position, the incumbent will be required to:
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Commit to registering for doctoral studies (as applicable) within one year of appointment.
Additional Requirements:
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Registration with the HPCSA as an independent practitioner in Blood Transfusion Technology or Immunohaematology or immunology or Cytogenetics or Clinical Patholoy or Virology.
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Experience in training of students in clinical practice in Medical Laboratory Science.
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Good organisational and administrative skills.
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Experience in E- Teaching and learning.
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Proficiency in research, writing and communications skills.
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A motivated self-starter, responsible and accountable individual and a team player.
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Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, Power-point, internet and email use.
Summary of Duties
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Competent preparation and delivery of learning material related to Medical Laboratory Science students at undergraduate and post-graduate level.
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Supervise, train and assess undergraduate students in the Medical Laboratory Science.
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Guides students’ practicals.
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Monitor students’ progress in Clinical Practice if need arises.
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Co-ordination and invigilation of theoretical assessments.
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Supervise students’ research and undertakes
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Undertake assessment and administration duties related to teaching and learning and research.
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Facilitate learning effectively through traditional and online media.
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Communication with students and staff in clinical training and DUT through traditional and online platforms.
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Undertake research and publications and become involved in community engagement projects.
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Working collegially with team members towards attaining the goals of the department, faculty and institution.
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Undertake any additional duties assigned by the Head of Departmentompetent preparation and delivery of learning material related to Clinical Technology students at undergraduate and post-graduate level.
Salary : market related
Contact Person: Ms. MN, Mthembu Tel: 031 373 2650
Email: [email protected]
Publication: Internal and External
CLOSING DATE : 31 MAY 2026
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Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to: [email protected]
Application form obtainable from our website www.dut.ac.za
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Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only.
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Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered.
“While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be in terms of the University’s equity policy”
“The University reserves the right not to appoint”
