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Lecturer: Department of Food Science

Stellenbosch University

Biology · Food Science

Western Cape Lecturer Posted 1 week ago Ref AW10/346/0826
Biology Food Science Lecturer Doctorate Degree

Job overview

Teaching and Curriculum Development:

  • Contributing to curriculum development and review, including development of module content, assessment design, teaching and evaluation of student learning in allocated undergraduate modules in Food Science, Nutrition for the Food Scientist, Food Processing and Preservation, and Food Safety Practices and Control Systems
  • Contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in other areas of Food Science as required
  • Developing and implementing innovative teaching and learning approaches to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes
  • Preparing and updating module content and assessment materials, including module outlines, lecture materials, assignments, assessments, and supporting learning resources
  • Assessing and grading undergraduate students’ coursework, assignments, tests and examinations, and providing appropriate feedback
  • Consulting with students to discuss module content, clarify academic expectations and address academic concerns

Student Supervision and Mentoring:

  • Guiding and mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students on individual and group projects
  • Supervision and co-supervision of master’s and doctoral (PhD) students

Research:

  • Developing and growing an active research programme aligned with the broader research focus of the Department
  • Publishing research outcomes in relevant peer-reviewed journals
  • Identifying and applying for external research funding and contributing to the management of funded research projects
  • Developing and maintaining national research and industry partnerships and professional networks

Academic Administration and Community Engagement:

  • Contributing to academic administration and service delivery at departmental and Faculty levels
  • Participating in relevant community engagement and outreach activities, aligned with Stellenbosch University’s strategic objectives

Requirements

  • PhD in Food Science or related field (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology), with specialisation in food microbiology, food safety or food hygiene
  • Experience in, or demonstrated potential for, teaching food science modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including theoretical and practical components, within a tertiary education environment
  • Experience in, or demonstrated potential for, supervising postgraduate students at master’s and doctoral levels
  • An emerging research record that includes peer-reviewed publications in the relevant area of specialisation
  • Demonstrated potential to identify, apply for and secure external research funding
  • The ability to manage and operate a food microbiology or food safety research laboratory
  • Competence in developing, establishing and applying relevant microbiological, molecular and analytical techniques
  • Experience in, or knowledge of, advanced technologies relevant to food microbiology and food safety, preferably including whole genome sequencing (WGS)
  • Proficiency in standard computer software (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Competence in statistical and data analysis, including experimental design, analysis of variance, and multivariate data analysis

About the institution

Stellenbosch University, Faculty of AgriSciences, Department of Food Science seeks a Lecturer to contribute to curriculum development, teaching, and research activities aligned with the Department’s strategic focus.

How to apply

Submit a comprehensive curriculum vitae including the names and email addresses of at least three references.

Apply online at https://www.su.ac.za/en/careers-su by clicking “Apply now” at the top to the right of the page for the specific vacancy.

Closing date: 21 September 2026

Enquiries about this post: Prof G.O. Sigge on gos@sun.ac.za or 021 808 3581

Enquiries about remuneration/benefits and technical assistance: Human Resources Client Services Centre on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch) or 021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za

The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates. Medical screening may be required due to potential exposure to hazardous substances and biological agents.

If no feedback received within four to six weeks of closing date, accept that application was unsuccessful.

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