Senior Researcher:Mechanical Engineering (Ref. No. 666)

Senior Researcher:Mechanical Engineering (Ref. No. 666)

• Job Title: Senior Researcher: Mechanical Engineering
  (Ref. No. 666)
• Job Type: Permanent ,Academic Position
• Location: Bloemfontein Campus
  Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT)
• Department / Faculty: Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Salary / Remuneration: R81,661.00 per month (Total Cost to Company: R979,931 per annum)

• Final offer based on qualifications and experience in line with CUT’s internal parity model (“equal pay for work of equal value”)

Main Purpose of the Job:

To lead and conduct impactful research in Mechanical Engineering, supervise postgraduate students, and contribute to the research output and income generation of the university.

Key Responsibilities / Main Tasks:

• Lead and conduct research within an identified focus area

• Develop and manage a research niche within the faculty

• Supervise Master’s and Doctoral students

• Contribute to a vibrant and sustainable research culture

• Teach Research Methodology at NQF Level 8 and 9

• Secure third-stream income and external research funding

• Engage in community-related research projects

• Present research at local and international conferences

Minimum Requirements:

• A relevant Doctorate-level degree (D Tech / PhD / NQF 10 or equivalent)

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in research, lecturing, or project management

• Proven research output:

  • At least 3 credit units (books, journal articles, conference papers, patents, etc.)

  • 8 conference presentations, with at least 1 international presentation

• Postgraduate supervision:

  • Students who obtained M and D degrees, at double the number required of Senior Lecturers

• Experience in managing research projects

• Participation in at least 1 community-based research project

• Mentorship experience at M & D level

Desired Qualifications / Experience:

• Additional qualifications relevant to Mechanical Engineering or the research field

• Evidence of meeting Associate Professor-level research criteria

• Record of external funding applications and successful project management

• Strong national and international academic networks

• Demonstrated industry collaboration and engagement

Nature of Appointment:

• Permanent Academic position

Subject Field(s):

• Research Methodology (NQF Level 8 & 9)

How to Apply:

1. Visit:
   www.cut.ac.za/careers or
   https://cut.simplify.hr/

2. Submit application and required documents via the online portal

Enquiries:

Academic Queries: Dr J. Combrinck – jcombrinck@cut.ac.za
HR / Process Queries: Recruitment Office – jobs@cut.ac.za

Closing Date for Applications:

31 October 2025