Lecturer, Jewellery Design needed at Durban University of Technology

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Job title : Lecturer, Jewellery Design

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline : March 28, 2025

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Minimum requirements:

  • A completed Masters/M. Tech in Jewellery Design & Manufacture (Visual Arts) or an appropriate associated field. However, a candidate with a Doctorate degree will be given preference.
  • At least 3 years lecturing experience at an undergraduate level at a tertiary institution. 

Additional Recommendations:

  • A research track record (publications/ creative outputs and/or exhibitions).
  • Lecturing experience with English Second Language students.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • A portfolio of creative work that demonstrates an engagement with jewellery design, adornment arts, or related.
  • Familiarity and/or experience with Online Teaching Platforms (Moodle)
  • CAD/CAM basic skills (Rhino 3D)
  • Bench experience in jewellery manufacturing is preferred, but a goldsmith certificate is not required.
  • Competency in a range of art/craft skills (such as weaving, ceramics, casting, textiles, beadwork, carving, metal work etc.)
  • Industry related engagement and experience.
  • Drawing skills (relating to design, visualisation, problem solving and technical drawing).
  • Entrepreneurial and marketing skills (social media, blogging, e-commerce etc.) 

Summary of Duties:

  • Lecture in the undergraduate program of Jewellery Design and Manufacture while contributing to postgraduate learning.
  • Facilitate skills development, particularly in jewellery-specific technology and manufacturing.
  • Facilitate the integration of design and drawing with manufacturing processes in the curriculum.
  • Facilitate/implement interdisciplinary practice that links design theory and practice in the curriculum.

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