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.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
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A Doctoral Degree in Homeopathy or equivalent
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A Master’s Degree in Homoeopathy;
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Five (5) years’ experience in higher education
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At least 3 year clinical experience in homoeopathic practice;
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Demonstrate scholarship of teaching and must have produced/ published in the preceding three years three publication units (e.g. accredited book, chapter in a book, accredited creative output, patent, review article, journal article, peer-reviewed conference proceedings, etc.) in the preceding three years.
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Supervision of at least one postgraduate student at Masters’ level.
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Specialised knowledge in homeopathic pharmacy and/or medical diagnostics;
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Registration with the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa (AHPCSA) as a Homoeopath.
A candidate must show proof of having been recognised as an excellent teacher as evidenced by:
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Exceptional knowledge of his or her subject matter/discipline.
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Excellent classroom and tutorial performance.
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Effective utilization of innovative teaching and assessment methods.
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Very good communication and human relations skills.
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Excellent performance as an academic advisor who encourages active learning among students and staff.
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Innovative design and development of curriculum.
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Pedagogical teaching philosophy.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
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Teaching and assessment of modules/subjects in the Department of Homoeopathy.
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Undertaking research activities.
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Supervision of research students.
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Supervision of students in the homoeopathic community Health Centre and/or off-campus clinics.
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Preparation and evaluation of teaching materials.
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Involvement in curriculum development.
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Provision of academic support to facilitate student success.
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Involvement in Community engagement initiatives organized by the department/faculty.
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Administrative and auxiliary duties in line with the above functions.
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Represent the department as necessary on institutional committees and professional forums.
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Perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Department.
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The successful candidate, if appointed as a Lecturer, will be required to complete a Doctoral degree within 5 years of appointment.
Salary: Market related
Contact Person: Miss M Mthembu, Tel: 031 373 2650
Email Address: [email protected]
Closing Date: 30 JUNE 2026
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 Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. 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”
