Lecturer, Photography (Post Ref. No. 20001457)

    Sep 3, 2026

    Government EntityDurban University of Technology
    LocationDurban, KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg
    Reference Number177304
    SalaryMarket related
    Centre / LocationDurban, KwaZulu-Natal
    Source and Applicationdut.simplify.hr

    Division: Faculty of Arts & Design

    Business Unit: Visual Communication Design

    Minimum experience: Associate

    Company primary industry: Higher Education

    Job functional area: Education

    Job Type: Permanent

    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 improvement of lives and livelihoods’.
    The University comprises six diverse Faculties:
    1. Accounting and Informatics
    2. Applied Science
    3. Arts & Design
    4. Engineering and the Built Environment
    5. Health Sciences
    6. 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. Over the years, the University substantially grown its research output, dominating the UoT sector. This is evidenced by the steady increase of NRF-rated researchers and the notable, unprecedented award of seven NRF SARCHi Chairs in 2025. This impetus helps us to remain deeply engaged with our communities glocally, thereby transforming societies and economies.

    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.

    APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FROM INTERESTED PERSON(S) FOR THE UNDER MENTIONED POSTS.  THE ADVERT IS OPEN TO EXTERNAL CANDIDATES THROUGH DUT WEBSITE

     Department of Visual Communication Design

     Lecturer (Photography)

    Minimum Requirements:

    • A Master’s degree in Photography or an appropriate associated field. However, a candidate with a PhD in Photography or an associated field would be given preference.
    • A minimum of 3 years’ teaching experience at tertiary level, OR, 3 years’ experience in industry. 

     Additional Recommendations:

    • Comprehensive photographic studio experience is a pre-requisite.
    • Be able to create updated, contemporary and innovative content at degree and/or honours level.
    • Experience in new platforms in line with the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) 
    • Be able to teach Photographic Theory and Applied Photography at degree and/or honours level.
    • A combination of analogue and digital photography.
    • Must register for doctoral study within three years of appointment.
    • Evidence of research or creative output activities (industry commissions if from industry).
    • Experience in teaching and learning technologies, including e-learning would be an advantage.
    • Experience in teaching English to second-language students.
    • Possess a working knowledge of post-production Photography software, such as Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
    • Possess a working knowledge of DSLR video/multimedia and Adobe Premier Pro.
    • Portfolio of photographic work, teaching and learning (example slides, assessments, lesson plans).

     Summary of Duties:

     The successful candidate will be expected to:

    •  Register for a PhD within three years of appointment, if not in possession of a PhD.
    • Lecture in the Photography Programme at degree and/or honours level.
    • Lecture studio photography.
    • Set and mark tests, assignments and portfolios.
    • Develop new content/curriculum for the degree and/or honours qualification(s).
    • Engage in departmental administration duties.
    • Develop materials specific for online learners.
    • Participate in individual and/or programme research projects.
    • Attend meetings prescribed by the Head of Department.
    • Participate in DUT academic life and serve on at least one committee.
    • Undertake appropriate duties as assigned by the Programme Co-ordinator/Head of Department.
    • Conduct research and publish research outputs or produce creative research outputs.

    Salary: Market related, plus benefits

    Email Address: [email protected]

    Status of Position: Permanent

     Applications should include:

    • A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from dut.ac.za (under the QUICK LINKS tab - @careers)
    • A detailed curriculum vita (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above mentioned fields)
    • Covering letter.
    • Certified copies of all academic records and certificates
    • Current contact information of referees
    • No manual applications will be accepted and incomplete applications will be disregarded.
    • Please email application to [email protected] and quote the post reference and post description in the subject line

    Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to:[email protected]

    Kindly note:
    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 given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy”
    The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment

     

    Requirements

    A Master’s degree in Photography or an appropriate associated field. However, a candidate with a PhD in Photography or an associated field would be given preference. A minimum of 3 years’ teaching experience at tertiary level, OR, 3 years’ experience in industry.

    Duties

    The successful candidate will be expected to: Register for a PhD within three years of appointment, if not in possession of a PhD. Lecture in the Photography Programme at degree and/or honours level. Lecture studio photography. Set and mark tests, assignments and portfolios. Develop new content/curriculum for the degree and/or honours qualification(s). Engage in departmental administration duties. Develop materials specific for online learners. Participate in individual and/or programme research projects. Attend meetings prescribed by the Head of Department. Participate in DUT academic life and serve on at least one committee. Undertake appropriate duties as assigned by the Programme Co-ordinator/Head of Department. Conduct research and publish research outputs or produce creative research outputs.

    Source / Circular Reference

    dut.simplify.hr

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