The University of KwaZulu–Natal (UKZN) is committed to Employment Equity with the intention to promote representivity within the Institution

Preference will be given to applicants from the African designated groups.

COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES LECTURER: MEDIA AND CULTURAL STUDIES

SCHOOL OF ARTS

PIETERMARITZBURG CAMPUS REF NO: SOA-29/2026

The Department of Media and Cultural Studies (Pietermaritzburg campus) invites applications for a 5-month post at Lecturer level to teach in our programme.

The applicant is expected to teach introductory sections on representation, semiotic analysis, normative media theory, and media history in South Africa across undergraduate levels; and assume relevant administrative duties in the programme.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

·       An MA degree in Media and Cultural Studies;

·       Evidence of teaching experience in Media Studies at a tertiary level;

·       Evidence of keeping relevant administrative module records at a tertiary institution;

·       Evidence of module development in Media Studies at a tertiary institution;

·       Experience in using Moodle as a Learning Management System

·       Experience in research assistance.

This appointment will be made in line with the University guidelines/benchmarks which are available on the University Vacancies website on

http://vacancies.ukzn.ac.za/Academic-Process-Proc-Guides.aspx

The closing date for receipt of applications is 5th June 2026

Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form which is available on the Vacancies website at  www.ukzn.ac.za 

Completed forms may be sent to Mrs Neeri Chetty- chettyne@ukzn.ac.za

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