Lecturer: Architectural Technology

faculty informatics & design department – architectural technology & interior design

campus/location: district six campus – cape town, wc za (primary)

job type: contract

occupational function: academic

number of positions: 1

annual salary package (incl. Medical aid rate based on principal member only): to be confirmed

advert closing date: 20/2/2026

• to contribute to curriculum development and to teach according to a set syllabus while providing support to the faculty in achieving its academic objectives
• contribute to academic initiatives undertaken by the faculty to enhance learning while promoting entrepreneurship learning according to the needs of the community
• support and expand programmes for co‑operative education
• undertake academic administration and faculty training initiatives
• support faculty and departmental research initiatives by undertaking research and contributing towards the group
• engage in work-integrated learning, and service‑learning activities

• master’s degree in architecture or architectural technology from a sacap‑accredited architectural learning site
• at least two (2) years of relevant lecturing experience at a post‑qualification level at an accredited sacap architectural learning site
• eligibility to register with sacap

• a minimum of two (2) years of professional practice in the field of architecture.
• demonstrated advanced competency in architectural design.
• demonstrated advanced competency in architectural technology.
• a proven track record in the integrated application of architectural design and building technology in projects of medium complexity, including buildings up to medium‑rise scale.
• experience in the incorporation of sustainability principles, measures, and technical specifications within architectural design and technological resolution.
• high‑level proficiency in revit, autocad, bim workflows, the adobe creative suite, and other digital drafting and architectural presentation platforms.

• deliver courses using blended learning methodologies at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• operate on a learner management system (on the official university platform) over a range of courses
• instruction in revit and various digital presentation programs
• participate in curriculum development and learning design
• perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the department
• participate in the quality assurance activities of the department (internal and external)
• participate in research and skills development
• contribute to community initiatives by integrating community interventions into curriculum.
• develop and maintain linkages with industry and professional bodies on co‑operative education, new techniques/technologies and research projects
• assist with marketing and recruitment activities
• perform other functions as may be assigned by the head of department

• excellent communication skills
• good organisational & planning skills
• computer skills and adapting to new technologies & digital platforms
• excellent revit, bim, sketchup, adobe suite and 3d‑modeling skills (e.g. Lumion, enscape, v‑ray) skills
• ability to operate various learning management systems, e.g. Blackboard, and the ability to work in a virtual environment
• ability to create interactive educational materials and develop blended learning teaching methodologies
• administrative skills
• technical/professional knowledge
• interpersonal skills
• strong learner focus
• a high degree of adaptability, flexibility, and resilience
• coaching skills
• continuous learning
• high level presentation skills

closing date: 20 february 2026

for enquiries: jabu makhambi email: makhambij.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.