Professor: Information Technology; Re-advertisement

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faculty: informatics & design

department: cape peninsula university of technology → informatics & design → information technology

campus/location: district six campus - cape town, wc za (primary)

job type: permanent

number of positions: 1

annual salary package: to be confirmed

advert closing date: 14/12/2025

the department of information technology (it) is seeking a candidate for the position of professor with a specialisation in computer science field and research. This role offers an opportunity to join the academic community in it department dedicated to excellence in teaching, innovative research, and impactful community engagement. The occupant of this position will play a crucial role in advancing the department's mission and enhancing its reputation both nationally and internationally.

as a professor, the occupant will provide academic leadership in the development and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Further, the occupant will be required to employ innovative teaching methods to engage and inspire students, fostering a stimulating learning environment that encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

in the research capacity role, the occupant will lead cutting-edge projects in computer science, aiming to push the boundaries of knowledge and address real-world local challenges. The occupant is expected to secure substantial external funding, publish in dhet accredited high-impact journals and conferences, and build interdisciplinary research collaborations within the department, faculty, university and with industry partners. The occupant's work is required to not only advance the field but also enhance the department's research profile.

beyond teaching and research, the occupant will actively participate in academic leadership and management within the department. This includes mentoring early-career academics, contributing to strategic planning, and engaging in policy development. Additionally, the occupant will strengthen the department's connections with industry and the wider community through outreach activities, partnerships, and public engagement initiatives. The occupant's leadership and expertise will be instrumental in driving the it department forward and shaping its future direction.

• a relevant doctoral degree in computer science/ information technology/ computer engineering
• the candidate must have obtained the relevant undergraduate underpinning qualification(s) within the field of study
• at least ten (10) years' higher education experience (as a combination of teaching, research, and innovation)
• a substantive track record of research output producing more than 1.5 research output units per year (over the last years)
• a track record of presenting conference papers at international conferences and have publications in peer-reviewed conference proceedings (over the last five years)
• a track record of successful supervision of masters and doctoral students to completion within the it domain
• a substantive track record as principal investigator and/or lead grant holder of external national and international research grants
• a substantive track record of being a panel member for national and international grant review committees
• evidence of serving as peer reviewer for national and international accredited journals
• a track record of external examination at the masters and doctoral level
• evidence of having established successful national and international collaborations and partnerships

• the ideal candidate for the professor of information technology position should possess deep technical expertise across core computer science areas, including programming, algorithms, software engineering, operating systems, databases.
• proficiency in emerging fields like artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, and big data is essential, along with strong research methodology skills and a proven record of academic publication.
• effective curriculum development and familiarity with e-learning tools will support innovative teaching, while project management and strategic planning skills are necessary for leading interdisciplinary research and fostering industry collaboration.
• a commitment to ethical standards, data protection, and technical communication is vital for shaping a responsible and a collaborative academic environment.

• lecturing subjects within the it curriculum to undergraduate and postgraduate students
• undertake research projects in the fields of computing, leading to publications in accredited and high-impact public outlets
• develop research sponsored project
• apply for research grants internally and externally
• attract industry collaboration/partnership for funding and projects
• facilitate national and international research collaborations
• build and enhance research capacity within the department through training
• perform administrative tasks relating to academic…