Lecturer: Chemical Engineering

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Lecturer in Chemical Engineering at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology. The position focuses on lecturing subjects within Chemical Engineering, contributing to departmental academic initiatives to enhance learning in alignment with industry needs and teaching & learning goals, and integrating teaching & learning, research & innovation, and community engagement outcomes into the academic project. **What you will do** * Lecture subjects in Chemical Engineering. * Contribute to academic initiatives undertaken by the department to enhance learning according to the needs of the industry and the department’s teaching & learning goals. * Incorporate teaching & learning, research & innovation, and community engagement outcomes into the academic project. * Revise and submit programmes for accreditation by relevant accreditation bodies. * Adhere to accreditation policy and procedures. * Identify students at risk timeously and develop intervention strategies. * Monitor learners’ progress. * Contribute to policy making. * Set annual objectives pertaining to academic programmes and review teaching and learning. * Contribute to the development of academic related decision-making. * Act as course leader and contribute to the management of tutor activities. * Keep the attendance registrar and personal progress reports on syllabus developments. * Record learners’ results and assist with the registration of students. * Supervise tests and examinations. * Contribute to community initiatives and integrate community interventions into the curriculum. * Report on own involvement with the community. * Provide counselling to learners and monitor their progress. * Contribute to curriculum development and participate in curriculum review to ensure alignment with industry and set standards. * Review assessment methods. * Contribute to Quality Assurance through committee meetings and submission of relevant documents. * Identify QA feedback mechanisms within the faculty/department and monitor the impact of QA recommendations. * Implement appropriate interventions. * Contribute to the planning for "Open Day", attend "Open Day", and provide information on faculty courses. * Keep abreast with developments of own field of study and their implications for the training situation. * Keep abreast with development of professional conduct within the University. * Register as a member of professional bodies to keep abreast of all developments where appropriate. * Engage in current professional developments activities. * Conduct appropriate research and act as a study leader. * Publish research results, keep abreast of professional literature, and obtain research grants. * Ensure compliance with safety rules, act as a safety representative for the department. * Co-ordinate safety inspections, fire drills, and any other safety interventions. * Compile work schemes/learner guides and use appropriate teaching methods. * Develop learning material and ensure that the classroom used for the lecture is well equipped. * Assist students with problems in learning situations. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering. All base qualifications must be in Chemical Engineering. * At least Two years’ relevant teaching experience in higher education and/or Two years’ industrial experience in the Chemical Engineering industry. * Must be registered with Engineering Council of South Africa ECSA as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is an adaptable individual with strong coaching, communication, and interpersonal skills. They should be committed to continuous learning and demonstrate a learner focus, with an ability to develop learners. The role requires proficiency in formal presentation, gaining commitment, managing work effectively, and possessing strong professional knowledge and work standards. Candidates should also exhibit leadership and organizing skills. **Deadline** 25 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/lecturer-chemical-engineering-cape-peninsula-university-of-technology-1 Source: myjobmag

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