The Division of Biomedical Engineering of the Department of Human Biology is a dynamic and growing academic division within the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Cape Town. We are currently seeking to fill one contract academic position (teaching and research) at the rank of Senior Lecturer. This position is initially for a duration of 4 years, with the potential for extension (subject to funding availability). The selected individual will join the Division of Biomedical Engineering and contribute to the teaching, research, and supervision of postgraduate students within the division.
Requirements:

• Undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications in Biomedical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• PhD in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral experience in biomedical engineering with a focus on medical devices, or equivalent experience at lecturer level in biomedical engineering with research on medical devices, or comparable experience in the medical device industry.
• Evidence of a research track record in the fields of medical device design, medical device innovation and translation.
• Successful supervision /co-supervision of postgraduate students (to completion/ ongoing) at master’s and/or PhD level or a similar level medical device project management experience
• A research track record that demonstrates peer recognition, experience (e.g. postdoctoral, industry), productivity and creativity, such as peer-reviewed journals / patents / registered designs or recognised product industrialisation.
• A minimum of 2 years of work experience in medical device regulatory systems and quality management systems including ISO 13485 and SAHPRA).

Advantages:

• Work experience in medical device regulatory systems and quality management systems including CE Marking, FDA and other regulatory bodies
• Success in the solicitation of funding for research and / or fund raising for medical device product Industrialisation

Responsibilities:

• Contribute strongly to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in biomedical engineering, including medical device design. This may include modules on medical device innovation and the regulatory and quality frameworks governing medical devices (ISO 13485, CE marking, FDA).
• Develop and support research relating to medical device design and innovation, including industry partnerships, regulatory compliance (ISO 13485, CE marking, FDA), and translation of medical devices into manufacturing and clinical use, with appropriate training and supervision of postgraduate students.
• Foster and grow industry partnerships in support of medical device research, development, manufacturing, and commercialisation.
• Contribute to the department's well-being and smooth operation.
• Contribute to administration at a rank-appropriate level.

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The annual cost of employment, including benefits, is between R837 520 and R1 207 358.
To apply, click the 'apply' button to create a profile and submit your application.
Please complete/attach the following to your profile before submitting your application:

• Motivational letter that speaks to the requirements of the position
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Three referee names which must include their title and name, position details, relationship to you, their e-mail address and telephone number
• Research statement
• Teaching statement
• Highest qualification
• ID/Passport

An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo competency and pre-placement-medical assessments. References may be requested by UCT at any stage of the selection process.
Any enquiries for the position to be addressed to Ms Tracy Moore at tracy.moore@uct.ac.za or 021 650 4505.
Closing date: 22 July 2026
Website: https://health.uct.ac.za/biomedical-engineering
Reference number: ID1435

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