Lecturer: Applications Development X4

Position Details Faculty: Informatics & DesignDepartment: Cape Peninsula University of Technology – Informatics & Design – Information TechnologyCampus/Location: District Six Campus – Cape Town, WC, ZAJob Type: PermanentOccupational Function: AcademicNumber of Positions: 4Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only): To be confirmed Job Purpose To support the faculty and department in pursuit of its academic and research objectives which include: teaching according to a set syllabus; undertaking research and innovation; contributing to curriculum development and design; engaging in work integrated learning and developing service learning activities. Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience A Master's degree in Multimedia Technologies or Information Technology (the candidate must have obtained the relevant undergraduate underpinning qualifications within the field of study) and at least two (2) years' relevant lecturing experience in Higher Education. Programming Languages: C, C++, Java, Kotlin, C#, Scala, or any statically typed language. Data Storage Technologies: DBMS and NoSQL. Extensive knowledge in Computer Algorithms and Data Structures. Software Build tools: Maven, Gradle, Ivy, or any other. Exposure to program and curriculum development. Exposure to core IT or Computer Science areas, including programming, operating systems, and databases. Proficiency in emerging fields: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, and Big Data; along with strong research methodology skills. Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities Lecturing subjects within the IT curriculum to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Participate in curriculum development, courseware development and assessment. Perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the department. Participate in the quality assurance activities of the department. Participate in research: managing undergraduate research projects. Contribute to community initiatives by integrating community interventions into the curriculum. Promotion of community participation and linkages. Develop and maintain linkages with industry and professional bodies on cooperative education, new techniques/technologies, and research projects. Assist with marketing and recruitment activities; contribute to the planning for "Open Day", attend Open Day and provide information on faculty courses. Personal/professional development safety/management: ensure compliance with safety rules. Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department. Competencies Excellent communication skills. Good organising & planning skills. Administrative skills. Technical/professional knowledge. Interpersonal skills. Strong learner focus. Adaptability. Coaching skills. Continuous learning. High level presentation skills. General Information Closing Date: 2 November 2025. For enquiries: Jabu Makhambi email: (please provide email address). Note: This system does not allow applicants to upload CVs. It is therefore important that applicants complete all sections comprehensively as failure to do so might disadvantage you. Please update your application on the system with the latest information as this will be the only criteria used for evaluation of your application by our panel. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives; people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment. #J-18808-Ljbffr