Lecturer, College Lecturer, Academic

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 ENVISION
2030 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
:

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

• A Master’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent.
• Registration with HPCSA as a graduate in Medical Laboratory Science or Biomedical Technology in Clinical Pathology/Chemical Pathology.
• 3 years’ experience working in the Chemical Pathology Laboratory involved in student training

In accepting a Lecturer position, the incumbent will be required to:

An applicant will be required to write and pass a board examination in Chemical Pathology/Clinical Chemistry.

• Registration with the HPCSA as an independent practitioner in Blood Transfusion Technology or Immunohaematology or immunology or Cytogenetics or Clinical Patholoy or Virology.
• Experience in training of students in clinical practice in Medical Laboratory Science.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Experience in E
  - Teaching and learning.
• Proficiency in research, writing and communications skills.
• A motivated self-starter, responsible and accountable individual and a team player.
• Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, Power-point, internet and email use.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are registered for a Doctoral Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent.

• Competent preparation and…