Professor

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 shape 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:

• Accounting and Informatics
• Applied Science
• Arts & Design
• Engineering and the Built Environment
• Health Sciences
• 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 has 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 globally, 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.

Full Professor

Minimum requirements

• PhD/Doctorate in Electrical Power Engineering or equivalent, and a minimum of 10 years’ teaching experience.
• Sustained research track record of publications in accredited journals.
• Track record of supervision of postgraduates and leadership of research groups.
• Sustained track record of external funding.
• Evidence of collaborative linkages.
• Evidence of external engagement.
• Registrable with ECSA.

Summary of duties

• Teach Electrical Power Engineering subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Supervision of postgraduate students.
• Development of learning material for different courses.
• Actively involved in research and research activities.
• Active participation in industrial projects.
• Participation in community engagement projects.
• Assist with administrative duties as delegated.

Direct enquiries to Mrs. Zulu: ***email_hidden***

Closing date 29 June 2026

Instructions to candidates: Please complete an official application for employment form obtainable from our website www.dut.ac.za. Apply with a detailed cover letter, CV, and a copy of your qualifications. Communication will be entered into with the short-listed candidates.

The University reserves the right not to appoint.

While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given in terms of the University's equity policy