Part-Time Lecturer(s)- Mathematical and Physical Sciences (CUT) 2027
Job Details
Job Title: Part-Time Lecturer(s) for 2027
Job Reference: MPS20271
Company: Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT)
Faculty: Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology
Department: Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Location: Bloemfontein Campus, Free State
Employment Type: Part-time
Minimum Experience Level: Associate
Industry: Higher Education
Job Function: Education
Remuneration: R292–R600 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
Posted Date: 16 October 2026
Closing Date: 30 October 2026
Job Description
The Central University of Technology (CUT) is inviting applications for part-time lecturers in the Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences for the 2027 academic year.
The successful candidates will be responsible for developing academic materials, delivering lectures in allocated subjects and supporting teaching, learning and assessment activities. Lecturers will also undertake related administrative duties and participate in appropriate community projects.
The available teaching fields are Applied Mathematics, Mathematics and Physics. Lectures may be conducted face-to-face, remotely or through a hybrid format, depending on institutional requirements.
Subject Fields
Applications are invited in the following disciplines:
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics
Physics
Key Responsibilities
Develop and prepare academic and teaching materials for allocated subjects.
Deliver lectures to students in relevant academic programmes.
Facilitate teaching and learning activities using appropriate teaching methods.
Assess student performance and support academic progress.
Conduct teaching-related assessments and complete associated administrative duties.
Participate in appropriate community engagement projects.
Use electronic learning platforms, including Blackboard, where required.
Attend scheduled classes on the assigned CUT campus.
Adapt to face-to-face, remote or hybrid teaching arrangements.
Remain available for scheduled classes, which may include evening sessions.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
An appropriate BSc Honours, Master’s or Doctoral degree in Physics, Mathematics or Applied Mathematics, depending on the level at which the subject will be presented.
Relevant academic knowledge and expertise in the subject area.
Availability to lecture during assigned class hours on the relevant CUT campus.
Access to a personal laptop computer for teaching-related activities.
Recommended Experience and Skills
The following will be an advantage:
Previous lecturing or teaching experience in a higher education environment.
Experience using electronic education platforms, particularly Blackboard.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to prepare academic content and facilitate student learning.
Good organisational and administrative skills.
Ability to conduct assessments and support students academically.
Flexibility to teach using different delivery methods, including remote and hybrid formats.