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Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (2 posts)

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer

13 March 2026

Location

Rondebosch, Cape Town, 7700, South Africa

University of Cape Town

Type

Permanent

Salary

R974 126 (Lecturer) / R1 207 358 (Senior Lecturer), plus benefits & scarce skills allowance

Teaching Load

Undergraduate & postgraduate Computer Science courses

Required Qualifications

PhD in Computer Science or relevant area
MSc considered for exceptional Lecturer candidates
Significant university teaching experience (Senior)
Research publications & postgraduate supervision (Senior)
Academic administration contributions (Senior)

Research Areas

Visual Computing
Scientific Computing
Networking
Human-Computer Interaction
Artificial Intelligence
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Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (2 posts)

Position Title: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer

Requisition ID: 1284

Department: Faculty of Science

City: Cape Town

LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER (2 posts)

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

The Department of Computer Science seeks to fill permanent positions at Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level.

The Department of Computer Science offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence and has a large cohort of Honours, M.Sc. and Ph.D. students. The Department has existing research specialisations in areas that include visual computing, scientific computing, networking, human-computer interaction and artificial intelligence (AI).

Requirements of the job at Lecturer level: A PhD degree in Computer Science or a relevant area at the time of appointment. Exceptional candidates with an MSc degree will be considered.

Additional requirements of the job at Senior Lecturer level: A PhD in Computer Science or a relevant area at the time of appointment. Significant teaching experience at university level. A track record of research publications and postgraduate supervision. Evidence of active contribution to academic administration.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be expected to develop and teach both undergraduate and postgraduate Computer Science courses, to carry out research, to contribute to departmental administration and to supervise postgraduate students in Computer Science.

The annual remuneration package, including benefits, is R 974 126 for a Lecturer and R1 207 358 for a Senior Lecturer. An allowance for scarce skills may be offered additionally.

Please click the "apply" on the UCT Jobs site (View) button to create a candidate profile and submit your application. Please complete/attach the following to your profile before submitting your application:

  • Cover letter including a statement on usage of AI in preparing your application
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • A teaching statement (up to 1000 words)
  • A research statement (up to 1000 words)

Applicants should provide clear, specific information about their research and teaching experience.

An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and may be required to deliver a presentation.

Any enquiries around the application process to be addressed to Ms Abigail Dixon at abigail.dixon@uct.ac.za or 021 650 1673.

Website: http://sit.uct.ac.za

Closing date: 13 March 2026

UCT is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at https://uct.ac.za/media/9482.

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Lecturer position?

The position requires a PhD degree in Computer Science or a relevant area at the time of appointment. Exceptional candidates with an MSc degree will be considered. Prepare a strong academic CV highlighting your research and teaching experience. Reference ID: 1284.

🎯What additional requirements apply for Senior Lecturer?

In addition to a PhD in Computer Science, Senior Lecturer candidates need significant teaching experience at university level, a track record of research publications, postgraduate supervision, and evidence of academic administration. See lecturer job insights for career progression tips.

📋What are the main responsibilities?

Responsibilities include developing and teaching undergraduate and postgraduate Computer Science courses, conducting research, contributing to departmental administration, and supervising postgraduate students. Align your expertise with department specializations like AI and visual computing.

📝How do I apply for this Computer Science lecturer role?

Apply via the UCT Jobs site: create a profile, submit a cover letter (including AI usage statement), CV, teaching statement (up to 1000 words), and research statement (up to 1000 words). Use our free resume template and cover letter template. Contact Abigail Dixon at abigail.dixon@uct.ac.za for queries. Only shortlisted candidates contacted.

💰What is the salary and benefits package?

Annual remuneration is R974 126 for Lecturer and R1 207 358 for Senior Lecturer, including benefits. An additional scarce skills allowance may be offered. Explore university lecturer salaries for comparisons.

🔬What research areas does the department focus on?

The Department specializes in visual computing, scientific computing, networking, human-computer interaction, and artificial intelligence (AI). It offers degrees in Computer Science and AI with a large postgraduate cohort. Visit department website for details.
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