Senior Lecturer: Chemical Engineering X2; Re-advertisement

Senior Lecturer:
Chemical Engineering X2 (Re-advertisement) - (8987)

Job Title

Senior Lecturer:
Chemical Engineering X2 (Re-advertisement)

Faculty

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology ->
Engineering and the Built Environment ->
Chemical Engineering

Campus/ Location

Job Type

Permanent

Occupational Function

Number of Positions

2

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

9/10/2026

Job Purpose

Lecturing Chemical Engineering Subjects. Research. Community Engagement, Undergraduate and Post Graduate Supervision in the Department of Chemical Engineering.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Doctoral qualification in Chemical Engineering. All underpinning qualifications must be in Chemical Engineering
• At least 4 years lecturing experience at the higher education level or 4 years related industry experience at the senior level or a combination of the two.
• Demonstrable evidence of publications (peer reviewed) in the field of Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Track record of successful postgraduate supervision.
• Evidence of appropriate academic and research leadership.
• Must be registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist.

Additional Notes:

All underpinning qualifications must be listed on the application. failing which your application will not be considered.

The selection panel's assessment will be aligned with the institutional promotions criteria

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• The preparation and lecturing of specific instructional offerings at all levels as required.
• Teaching and practical application of theoretical aspects of specific instructional offerings.
• Contribute towards the review of assessments methods.
• Implementation of an evaluation system to determine teaching and learning success.
• Supervise and mentor students at all levels as required.

• Assist in all departmental administration duties and/or responsibilities
• Participate in co-operative education activities.
• Assist in programme marketing by liaising with schools, school visits, preparation of marketing material.

• Be Involved with at least one research area in subject field.
• Supervise group research projects and contribute towards peer/group/departmental research.
• Secure funding for research purposes
• Industrial alliance, partnership, and community engagement

• the curriculum programmes that are linked to Chemical Engineering
• Teaching & learning
• Academic administration,
• Conducting research,
• Participation in ECSA/CHE or any other accreditation,
• Participation in Quality Assurance activities,
• Participation in Industry Advisory Committees & partnerships,

Excellent command of English language and communication

Technical/Professional knowledge and skills

Good organizational and time management skills

Coaching and mentoring skills

Knowledge and understanding of the latest technology and development 1n the field of Chemical Engineering

Teamwork and cooperation

Quality of work and reliability

Strong teambuilding and leadership skills,

To be able to cope under pressure

• Organisation of hands-on practical projects exercises for undergraduate students in the Labs.
• Engaging with industry partners to provide students with real-life work exposure and experience.
• Initiation and development of subject material within the listed subject areas.
• Contribution to team research and teaching programmes and their administration.
• Assisting with departmental administration.
• Developing innovative research. teaching, and learning methods and materials.
• Promotion of community…