Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) is inviting suitably qualified and experienced South Africans to apply for a wide range of academic and senior management vacancies across several faculties and departments. These opportunities are available within the Faculties of Engineering, Applied and Health Sciences, Management Sciences, the Teaching and Learning Development Centre, and the Department of Information Technology and Networks.
The institution is seeking qualified professionals, researchers, lecturers, engineers, agricultural specialists, mathematicians, surveyors, chemists, and information technology experts to contribute to teaching, research, curriculum development, student support, and community engagement initiatives.
Applications close on 12 June 2026.
Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) Vacancies
Faculty of Engineering
• Lecturer: Chemical Engineering
- Reference: EC07
• Lecturer: Electrical Engineering – Power Engineering
- Reference: EE06
• Lecturer: Civil Engineering
- Reference: ES41
• Senior Lecturer: Electrical Engineering
- Reference: EE08
• Surveying Lecturer x2
Faculty of Applied and Health Sciences
• Lecturer: Agriculture – Animal Production
- Reference: NA10
• Lecturer: Analytical Chemistry
- Reference: NC01
Teaching and Learning Development Centre
• Lecturer: Mathematics and Basic Numeracy
New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP) Posts
Faculty of Management Sciences
• nGAP Lecturer: Accounting and Law
Faculty of Engineering
• nGAP Lecturer: Process Instrumentation & Control Engineering
• nGAP Lecturer: Mechatronics Engineering
• nGAP Lecturer: Civil Engineering
Senior Management Position
• Senior Director: Information Technology & Networks
- Reference: AI13
- Five-Year Fixed-Term Performance-Based Contract
About Mangosuthu University of Technology
Mangosuthu University of Technology is a leading University of Technology in South Africa committed to academic excellence, transformation, innovation, and sustainable development. The institution’s vision is to shape and own the future by becoming a transforming, equitable, sustainable, and academically excellent university anchored within its communities.
The university offers career-directed educational programmes that focus on innovative problem-solving research while engaging government, industry, businesses, and communities as key stakeholders and end users.
These vacancies present an excellent opportunity for academics and professionals looking to advance their careers within higher education while contributing to the development of future graduates.
Available Vacancies
The university is recruiting for multiple positions, including:
Faculty of Engineering
Lecturer: Chemical Engineering (Ref: EC07)
The Department of Chemical Engineering is seeking a qualified lecturer to participate in teaching, curriculum development, research, community engagement, student support, and academic administration.
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s qualification in Chemical Engineering
- Undergraduate qualification in Chemical Engineering
- Registration with ECSA
- Three years of teaching experience, industrial experience, or a combination thereof
- Experience in chemical process design and modelling
- Experience in instrumentation and control
Advantageous Qualifications:
- Registration for a Doctoral degree in Chemical Engineering
- Teaching qualification
- Peer-reviewed publication record
- Academic administration experience
Lecturer: Electrical Engineering – Power Engineering (Ref: EE06)
The Department of Electrical Engineering seeks candidates specializing in Power Engineering.
Responsibilities include:
- Teaching and practical training
- Laboratory development
- Curriculum improvement aligned with Fourth Industrial Revolution trends
- Student support and mentoring
- Research and publication
- Industry partnerships
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Engineering)
- BTech, BEng, or BSc Engineering qualification
- Three years of teaching or industry experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- ECSA registration
- Doctoral qualification
Lecturer: Civil Engineering (Ref: ES41)
The Department of Civil Engineering and Surveying requires an experienced academic to teach and assess students while contributing to research and community projects.
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field
- Three years of teaching and/or industry experience
Additional advantages include research publications and participation in professional activities.
Surveying Lecturer x2
Two Surveying Lecturer positions are available within the Department of Civil Engineering and Surveying.
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or related field
- Three years of teaching and/or industry experience
Successful candidates will participate in teaching, research supervision, curriculum development, and community engagement activities.
Senior Lecturer: Electrical Engineering (Ref: EE08)
This senior academic position is aimed at experienced professionals specializing in Process Automation and Control Engineering.
Requirements:
- PhD, DEng, or DTech in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or
- Master’s degree with evidence of doctoral-level research
- Five years of teaching and/or industry experience
- Administrative experience
- Professional registration where applicable
Recommended:
- Peer-reviewed publications
- Research funding experience
- Defined research specialization
Salary Range:
R660 265 – R872 906 per annum.
Faculty of Applied and Health Sciences Vacancies
Lecturer: Agriculture – Animal Production (Ref: NA10)
The Department of Agriculture seeks an academic specializing in Animal Science or Animal Production with expertise in Beef Production.
Responsibilities include:
- Teaching Animal Production modules
- Curriculum development
- Work-integrated learning
- Research
- Community engagement
- Industry liaison
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Agriculture
- Specialization in Animal Production or Animal Science
- Three years of teaching and/or industry experience
- Valid Code 8 driver’s licence
Recommendations:
- Registration with SASAS
- Registration with SACNASP
- Community and industry involvement
Lecturer: Analytical Chemistry (Ref: NC01)
The Department of Chemistry is recruiting a lecturer specializing in Analytical Chemistry.
Key duties include:
- Teaching and learning
- Quality assurance
- Academic administration
- Curriculum development
- Research supervision
- Community engagement
- Safety and environmental management
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Analytical Chemistry
- Three years of teaching or laboratory supervisory experience
Additional advantages:
- Peer-reviewed publication
- Degree in Chemical Quality Assurance
- Industry participation
Teaching and Learning Development Centre Vacancy
Lecturer: Mathematics and Basic Numeracy
The Teaching and Learning Development Centre is looking for a lecturer to provide mathematics teaching and academic support services.
Responsibilities:
- Mathematics teaching and learning
- Curriculum development support
- Community engagement
- Research activities
- Academic administration
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Mathematics
- Master’s Degree in Mathematics Education, or
- Master’s Degree in Applied Mathematics
- Three years of Higher Education teaching experience
Essential Skills:
- Computer literacy
- Report writing
- Strategic thinking
- Knowledge of the Higher Education sector
New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP) Opportunities
The Department of Higher Education and Training has introduced the Staffing South Africa’s Universities Framework (SSAUF) through the New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP).
This programme offers permanent lecturer positions while providing structured support for postgraduate and postdoctoral development.
Benefits of the Programme Include:
- Permanent academic employment
- Full lecturer salary
- Mentorship support
- Reduced teaching load while studying
- Research development opportunities
- International mobility support
Candidates must generally:
- Be South African citizens
- Be 40 years old or younger
- Hold a Master’s Degree
- Achieve at least 70% average in the preceding degree
- Commit to doctoral or postdoctoral studies
- Participate in the six-year development programme
nGAP Lecturer: Accounting and Law
Faculty of Management Sciences
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Accounting
- Master’s Degree in Commerce
- Equivalent Master’s qualification in:
- Accounting
- Auditing
- Management Accounting
- Taxation
nGAP Lecturer: Process Instrumentation and Control Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
- Specialization in:
- Process Instrumentation and Control Engineering
- Control Engineering
- Mechatronic Engineering
- Electromechanical Engineering
Minimum one year of teaching and/or industry experience required.
nGAP Lecturer: Mechatronics Engineering
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Mechatronics Engineering
- Electromechanical Engineering or related field
- Minimum 70% academic average
- One year teaching or industry experience
nGAP Lecturer: Civil Engineering
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering
- Minimum academic average of 70%
- South African citizenship
- Commitment to doctoral studies
Senior Management Opportunity
Senior Director: Information Technology and Networks (Ref: AI13)
Mangosuthu University of Technology is also recruiting an experienced leader for a five-year fixed-term performance-based contract.
The successful candidate will lead the Information Technology and Networks Department and oversee long-term ICT strategy development and implementation.
Responsibilities Include:
- ICT strategy development
- Digital transformation
- Infrastructure planning
- Financial management
- Policy development
- Information security
- Quality management
- Human resource management
- Monitoring and evaluation
Requirements:
- Four-year Honours Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science
- Master’s Degree, MBA, MBL, or higher qualification will be advantageous
- Ten years of senior management experience
- Experience within higher education or information technology environments
- Strategic leadership abilities
- Budget management experience
- Proven track record in managing complex portfolios
The remuneration package is market-related and includes extensive employment benefits.
Salary and Benefits
Most Lecturer positions offer an annual basic salary ranging from:
R507 649 – R783 894 per annum
Benefits include:
- 13th cheque
- Housing subsidy
- Pension fund
- Medical aid
- Group life cover
- Study grant
The Senior Lecturer position offers a salary range of:
R660 265 – R872 906 per annum
The Senior Director position offers a negotiable market-related remuneration package.
Required Application Documents
Applicants should submit:
- Motivation letter
- Completed MUT application form
- Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Academic transcripts
- Matric certificate
- SAQA evaluation certificate for foreign qualifications
- Certified copy of identity document
- Professional registration proof where applicable
- Driver’s licence where required
- Names and contact details of three referees
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should send (a) a motivation detailing the extent to which they meet the requirements of the position; (b) an application form (downloadable from www.mut.ac.za); (c) a Curriculum Vitae; (d) certified copies of academic qualifications plus academic records including matriculation certificate (Please provide academic transcripts and SAQA evaluation certificate, if qualifications were obtained outside South Africa), proof of professional registration with a relevant professional body where applicable and copy of a valid driver’s license (where applicable) (e)certified copy of the identity document.
Application Email Addresses
Engineering Faculty Positions
Applied and Health Sciences, Mathematics and nGAP Accounting Positions
Senior Director: Information Technology & Networks
Manual applications will not be accepted.
The official application form can be downloaded from the Mangosuthu University of Technology website.
Employment Equity
Mangosuthu University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and improving representativity across the institution. Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups, including persons with disabilities, in line with Employment Equity targets.
Specific positions may have designated Employment Equity preferences as indicated in the vacancy advertisements.
Closing Date: 12 June 2026
Applicants who do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Mangosuthu University of Technology reserves the right not to make an appointment.