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Chemical Engineering Facilitator

R90000 - R120000 Y Diversity Conference and Consultancy

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Diversity Conference and Consultancy is a skills development service provider that offers short courses and in-company training to various organizations in Africa. Our primary clients include Government institutions, NGOs, UN Organizations, Parastatals, and privately owned companies. We are dedicated to enhancing the skills and knowledge of professionals across different sectors.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Chemical Engineering Facilitator located in the City of Johannesburg. The Chemical Engineering Facilitator will be responsible for designing and delivering chemical engineering training programs, conducting lectures, and practical sessions. Day-to-day tasks include preparing course materials, evaluating participant performance, and providing feedback. The facilitator will also collaborate with other trainers and consultants to ensure high-quality training delivery.

Qualifications

  • A strong background in Chemical Engineering, with a Bachelor's degree or higher in the field
  • Experience in designing and delivering training programs
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills
  • Proficiency in evaluating and assessing training outcomes
  • Ability to work collaboratively with other trainers and consultants
  • Prior experience in the skills development or education sector is a plus
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage diverse audiences
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Chemical Engineering Learnership

R200000 - R250000 Y bp

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Entity:
Customers & Products

Job Family Group:
Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group

Job Description:
The Global Supply Chain learner (GSC Learner) is responsible for generating and supplying management information (MI) reports in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner. These reports comprise Health, Safety and Quality performance, data entry activities, and general Supply Chain reports. Additionally, the incumbent actively participates in relevant meetings to ensure seamless communication and coordination.

Also responsible for coordination of product change within Supply Chain that include the F2103 process, engaging with 3P manufacturers as well as collating data for update in bp Global Database

The incumbent works closely with Blendcor Joint Venture (JV), UnicoTec, technology, procurement and mainly manufacturing departments to ensure continual support to manufacturing management in meeting service level agreement between SC and its customers.

Key Responsibilities
Quality Performance

  • Tracking supplier quality performance and recording non-conformities in the regional supplier complaints registry system.
  • Recording and tracking customer complaints via global data base (eQMS).
  • Monitoring 3rd party manufacturers' product quality performance and updating MI periodic reports.
  • Capture minutes & generating periodic quality performance reports from engagements between Castrol & its 3P suppliers.
  • Tracking & recording manufacturing Quality Observation Conversations (QOC's) against global performance.
  • Coordinating Inter laboratory Correlation Programe (ILCP) testing samples in the region i.e. collate & report results from participants.
  • F2103/NPI Process
  • Coordinating and tracking efficient execution of F2103 relating to New Product Introduction (NPI) as well as product change activities between technology, marketing, manufacturing and relevant 3rd party manufacturers.

Handling of Customer samples

  • Receiving & distributing customer samples to relevant manufacturers in cases of complaints
  • Tracking customer complaint Root Cause Analysis (RCA) progress and collating data for reporting.

Compliance & Quality Audits

  • Tracking audit findings & following up with 3P's for closure.

Qualification & Skills

  • Degree holder in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering or other related field
  • Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
  • Ability to think analytically and solve problems independently
  • Detail oriented with strong organizational abilities
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships quickly
  • Demonstrates agility by being flexible and open to change
  • Awareness of sustainability issues and how they relate to business operations

Travel Requirement
No travel is expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:
This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:
Agility core practices, Collaboration, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Digital Fluency, Interpersonal Communication, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Monitoring, Problem Solving, Quality, Reporting, Supply chain management, Sustainability awareness and action

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Chemical Engineering Lecturer

R400000 - R1200000 Y Summit Heights Institute

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Summit Heights Institute is a dynamic tertiary educational institution based in Cape Town, South Africa, committed to academic excellence and practical skill development. The Institute offers innovative, industry-relevant programs designed to equip students with the knowledge, leadership capacity, and professional competencies needed to thrive in today's competitive global economy. Summit Heights Institute empowers a new generation of leaders and change-makers across various disciplines.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Chemical Engineering Lecturer at Summit Heights Institute located in the City of Cape Town. The Chemical Engineering Lecturer will be responsible for conducting lectures, overseeing laboratory activities, engaging in educational research, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality education to students.

Qualifications

  • Lecturing and Education skills
  • Experience in General Chemistry and Laboratory Skills
  • Ability to conduct research in the field of Chemical Engineering
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • PhD in Chemical Engineering or related field
  • Prior teaching experience is a plus
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Lecturer: Chemical Engineering X2

Cape Town, Western Cape Cape Peninsula University of Technology

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Job Title: Lecturer: Chemical Engineering X2

Faculty: Engineering and the Built Environment

Department: Chemical Engineering

Campus/Location: Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Cape Town

Job Type: Permanent

Number of Positions: 2

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only): To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date: 12/10/2025

Responsibilities
  • Lecturing subjects in Chemical Engineering.
  • Contribute to academic initiatives undertaken by the department to enhance learning according to the needs of the industry and the department's teaching & learning goals.
  • Incorporate teaching & learning, research & innovation, and community engagement outcomes into the academic project.
  • The preparation and lecturing of specific instructional offerings at all levels as required.
  • Teaching and practical application of theoretical aspects of specific instructional offerings.
  • Contribute towards the review of assessment methods.
  • Implementation of an evaluation system to determine teaching and learning success.
  • Supervise and mentor students at all levels as required.
  • Assist in all departmental administration duties and/or responsibilities.
  • Participate in cooperative education activities.
  • Assist in programme marketing by liaising with schools, school visits, preparation of marketing material.
  • Be involved with at least one research area in subject field or subject field of master's and doctoral students.
  • Supervise group research projects and contribute towards peer/group/departmental research.
  • Secure funding for research purposes.
  • Supervision of master's and doctoral students.
  • Sourcing of third-stream income.
  • Coordination of curriculum programmes linked to Chemical Engineering, teaching & learning, academic administration, and research activities.
  • Participation in ECSA/CHE or any accreditation processes and in Quality Assurance activities.
  • Engagement with industry partners to provide students with real-life work exposure and experience.
  • Development of subject material, team research and teaching programmes, and related administration.
  • Assisting with WIL and planning of service-learning initiatives.
  • Recruitment, admissions & marketing activities as required by the HOD: Chemical Engineering.
  • Demonstrable lecturing ability and knowledge of good assessment practices.
  • Knowledge of curriculum development, computer literacy, and strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Language proficiency: English and any other official language.
  • Student-focused approach with strong teamwork and leadership capabilities.
  • Ability to cope under pressure and organize hands-on practical project exercises for undergraduate students in laboratories.
  • Engagement with industry partners for real-life exposure.
  • Initiation and development of subject material within listed subject areas.
  • Promotion of community participation and linkages outreach.
Qualifications
  • A Master's qualification in Chemical Engineering. All underpinning qualifications must be in Chemical Engineering.
  • At least two years of relevant lecturing experience in higher education or 2 years industry-related experience.
  • Must be registered with ECSA or willing to register within 12 months of employment.
  • All underpinning qualifications must be listed on the application.
General Information

Closing Date: 12 October 2025

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives. People from designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

Copyright, Cape Peninsula University of Technology. We are a university in Cape Town, South Africa and the only university of Technology in the Western Cape province. We are also the largest university in the province.

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Experiential Learnership - Chemical Engineering

Durban, KwaZulu Natal SAFRIPOL

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Experiential Learnership - Chemical Engineering. Our experiential learnership aims to attract talent that not only displays sound technical knowledge and skills, but who can be groomed into thought leaders and trusted partners. We blend theoretical learning of hard and soft skills with practical experience. Your learning journey will expose you to our end to end processing in our chemical plant, practical exposure to plant equipment, processes, and daily operational realities of the chemical industry.

Details
  • Seniority level: Internship
  • Employment type: Internship
  • Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industries: Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Company: SAFRIPOL

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Lecturer: Chemical Engineering X2

Bellville, Western Cape R900000 - R1200000 Y Cape Peninsula University of Technology

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Faculty

Engineering

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Engineering and the Built Environment -> Chemical Engineering

Campus/ Location

Bellville Campus - Bellville, Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

Occupational Function

Academic

Number of Positions

2

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

12/10/2025

Job Purpose

  • Lecturing subjects in Chemical Engineering.
  • Contribute to academic initiatives undertaken by the department to enhance learning according to the needs of the industry and the department's teaching & learning goals.
  • Incorporate teaching & learning, research & innovation, and community engagement outcomes into the academic project.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

  • A Master's qualification in Chemical Engineering. All underpinning qualifications must be in Chemical Engineering.
  • At least two years of relevant lecturing experience in higher education or 2 years industry-related experience.
  • Must be registered with ECSA or willing to register within 12 months of employment.

Important Note:

  • All underpinning qualifications must be listed on the application.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

Academic Development and Teaching:

  • The preparation and lecturing of specific instructional offerings at all levels as required.
  • Teaching and practical application of theoretical aspects of specific instructional offerings.
  • Contribute towards the review of assessments methods.
  • Implementation of an evaluation system to determine teaching and learning success.
  • Supervise and mentor students at all levels as required.

Administration:

  • Assist in all departmental administration duties and/or responsibilities.

Internal/External Liaison:

  • Participate in co-operative education activities.
  • Assist in programme marketing by liaising with schools, school visits, preparation of marketing material.

Research:

  • Be Involved with at least one research area in subject field or subject field of master's and doctoral students.
  • Supervise group research projects and contribute towards peer/group/departmental research.
  • Secure funding for research purposes.
  • Supervision of master's and doctoral students.
  • Sourcing of third-stream income.

Assisting with the coordination of all academic activities relating to, but not limited to:

  • the curriculum programmes that are linked to Chemical Engineering.
  • Teaching & learning.
  • Curriculum development.
  • Academic development.
  • Academic administration.
  • Conducting research.
  • Participation in ECSA/CHE or any other accreditation.
  • Participation in Quality Assurance activities.
  • Participation in Industry Advisory Committees & partnerships.
  • Personal & professional development.
  • Assisting with WIL and planning of service-learning initiatives.
  • Assisting with recruitment, admissions & marketing as is reasonably required by the HOD: Chemical Engineering.

Competencies

  • Demonstrable lecturing ability.
  • Understanding of good assessment practices.
  • Knowledge of curriculum development.
  • Computer literacy with good organizational and time management skills.
  • Language proficiency: English and any other official language.
  • Computer literacy and programming.
  • Student-focused.
  • Strong team building and leadership skills.
  • To be able to cope under pressure.
  • Organisation of hands-on practical project exercises for undergraduate students in the laboratories.
  • Engaging with industry partners to provide students with real-life work exposure and experience.
  • Initiation and development of subject material within the listed subject areas.
  • Contribution to team research and teaching programmes and their administration .
  • Assisting with departmental administration.
  • Developing innovative research, teaching, and learning methods and materials.
  • Promotion of community participation and linkages outreach.

General Information

Closing Date: 12 October 2025

Enquiries: Human Capital Department - Ms Yandiswa Vuwani :

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Adjunct Teaching Faculty- Chemical Engineering

Worcester, Western Cape Worcester Polytech

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Adjunct Teaching Faculty- Chemical Engineering

Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for the part-time position of Adjunct Teaching Faculty. The University welcomes culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber, skilled in the scholarship of teaching, discovery, application, and integration of knowledge.

The Chemical Engineering Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach day and/or evening classes. Part-time faculty positions are created to provide an available applicant pool for the department. Positions will be filled on an as-needed basis. Start dates will vary by course and semester.

An Adjunct Teaching Faculty will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses with various options for on-campus, off-campus in a corporate setting, and online delivery. All topics in Chemical Engineering are of interest. Applicants should specifically identify which courses in the current chemical engineering curriculum would be the best fit for their expertise.

An ideal applicant will hold an advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline. Prior teaching experience and/or industry experience is also valued.

FLSA STATUS : United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

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Bursary Programme 2026: Chemical Engineering

Johannesburg, Gauteng Hatch Ltd.

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Bursary Programme 2026: Chemical Engineering

Date: Sep 4, 2025

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID: 95700

Job Category: Campus

Location: Johannesburg,Gauteng,South Africa

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise inmining ,energy , andinfrastructure ,our10,000 colleagues in150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

If it isn't grown, it's mined. Our mining and metalsteams help our clients to safely and sustainably mine theminerals and metals used in our everyday lives. Want to play a part of innovating and optimizing the mining life cycle on greenfield and brownfield facilities? Apply today!

The outcome of your application will be provided to you by 19th December 2025.

Looking to take the next step in your career?

Responsibilities

Hatch is currently seeking highly motivated students to join our Bursary Programme in 2026.

  • Be encouraged to be the best version of yourself with many opportunities to pursue work in Mining & Metals, Energy, Digital, or Infrastructure sectors once you have completed your degree.
  • Have the benefit of formal and informal mentorship from some of the leading minds and authorities in the industry.
  • Have the opportunity to gain project experience in South Africa and around the world.
  • Collaborate with different people across a multitude of cultures around our global organisation.
  • Be part of an exciting work environment where you can use your Engineering degree in your choice of traditional sectors or emerging and innovative industries.
  • Participate in local Professional Development Programs once you have qualified.
Minimum requirements to apply
  • You must be a South African citizen.
  • You must be studying or intending to study a BSc or BEng in Chemical Engineering at a recognized Tertiary Institution in South Africa.
  • Tertiary students must have maintained an average academic achievement of 65% or above.

You must be in possession of and attach copies via this application form of the following:

  • South African Identity Document
  • Grade 12 results
  • Complete transcript of tertiary academic record
What does the Hatch Bursary offer you?
  • Tuition
  • Accommodation
  • Additional services to support bursars during their studies

The outcome of your application will be provided to you by 19th December 2025.

  • Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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A law, known as the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA) provides that when one processes another's personal information, such collection, retention, dissemination and use of that person's personal information must be done in a lawful and transparent manner.

In order to give effect to this right, we are under a duty to provide you with a number of details pertaining to the processing of your personal information. These details are housed under the HatchHR Processing Notice which can be accessed and viewed on the Hatch website: , whichHR Processing Notice we request you kindly download and read.

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Graduate Programme 2025 (Chemical Engineering)

Johannesburg, Gauteng Hatch Ltd.

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Graduate Programme 2025 (Chemical Engineering)

Date: Aug 29, 2025

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID: 95095

Job Category: Engineering

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Who are we looking for?

Hatch is seeking Chemical Engineering Graduates who will support projects globally.

The Chemical (Metals) group is comprised of a group of professional engineers, designers and technologists. We have experience in the design, construction and commissioning of facilities throughout the world. We are looking for young engineers eager to be involved in complex small and large-scale engineering projects, and able to demonstrate their keen problem-solving skills in developing practical solutions.

The candidate must be a self-motivated individual capable of working both independently and within a team environment.

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering graduates in Chemical Engineering.

Responsibilities
  • Be encouraged to be the best version of yourself with many opportunities to pursue work in Mining & Metals, Energy, Digital, or Infrastructure sectors.
  • Have the benefit of formal and informal mentorship from some of the leading minds and authorities in the industry.
  • Have the opportunity to gain project experience in South Africa and around the world.
  • Collaborate with different people across a multitude of cultures around our global organisation.
  • Work in an exciting environment where you can use your Engineering degree in your choice of traditional sectors or emerging, innovative and evolving industries.
  • Be part of our local Professional Development Programs.
  • You must be a South African Citizen.

You must be a final year student studying towards a BSc or BEng in Chemical Engineering or hold a completed qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.

You must have 12 months or less working experience.

You must have maintained an average academic achievement of 65% or above.

You must attach a copy of your most recent full academic transcript.

Be flexible to work in any province within South Africa.

Qualifications
  • Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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Postgraduate research position: Chemical Engineering

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Postgraduate research position: Chemical Engineering

  • Postgraduate research position: Chemical Engineering
  • Type of engagement: Permanent appointment
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The unitalentza website was launched out of necessity. It is a direct off-shoot of Academic Partners , the pre-eminent talent accessing and assessing service company within the South African Higher Education sector. A company that started 44 years ago in the commercial sector, but which in the last 26 years, has focused almost exclusively in the HE sector. Having founded the company, Jimmy Wayland took retirement in May 2022, but as a swansong objective, he undertook to develop Unitalentza website to uphold the same values, levels of confidentiality, trust and reliability as the founding company. Anything less and Jimmy would like to hear about it.

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Background to Position

An opportunity for a full-time postgraduate research position at Masters or Doctoral (PhD) level, focused on pilot-plant processing of lignocellulosic biomass through pyrolysis and hydrothermal methods, is present available in the research programs of the Department of Chemical Engineering. These positions will include pilot-scale optimisation of biomass processing with both pyrolysis and steam-explosion methods, with each method applied to achieve a different outcome, based on the chemical properties of liquid and solid products obtained. While the liquid products from these two processes will be considered for final application as is, the solid products will be further processed, including methods such as anaerobic digestion for biogas production. Both pyrolysis and steam explosion pilot-plant equipment have the capacity to process tens of kilograms of biomass materials per day of operation.

The aforementioned postgraduate projects will be conducted with the Bioresource Engineering group at the Department of Chemical Engineering, Stellenbosch University. This research group is currently collaborating with industrial and academic partners on the application of these processing options for the conversion of lignocellulosic biomass into higher-value energy, chemical and material products, which require the optimisation of process conditions for specific biomass materials that are of industrial interest. This group has long-standing technical expertise in the processing of biomass materials, with some projects having progressed to industrial demonstration. Successful postgraduate candidates will be exposed to a network of industry participants, through on-going collaborations of the research group with industry partners, which hold the promise of future career development.

Job Description

The postgraduate researchers will be expected to contribute significantly to:

  • Independent and safe operation of pilot-plant equipment for pyrolysis and steam-explosion pilot-plant equipment, in collaboration with other researchers that will participate in these experimental projects.
  • Critical evaluation of existing technology performances, based on published literature and previous experience in the research group, with proposals for technical development to improve these, taking the unique objectives of these research projects into account.
  • Provide technical support to other researchers in the group working on similar projects.

Successful candidates will be offered a minimum bursary of ZAR170 000 per year of study, for two years (research-based Masters) or three years (PhD). Successful candidates will be expected to complete the examination requirements for qualifications in these timelines and can start postgraduate studies between July 2025 and January 2026. Provided that the necessary procedures are put in place, the bursaries awarded for these postgraduate positions will be tax free. Bursaries are only available to full-time postgraduate students, and preference will be given to applicants that are South African citizens.

Inherent Criteria

Applicants for the research-based Masters must hold a BEng or BScEng degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited tertiary institution, and have good academic record (preferably with a course aggregate of >65%) and. Applicants for PhD studies must hold a research-based Masters of Engineering in Chemical Engineering degree from an accredited tertiary institution, with an academic record that will allow enrolment in the relevant academic program. Candidates with BTech, diploma or advanced diploma qualifications will not be considered for these positions. Candidates with previous experience in pilot-scale biomass processing, or microbial bioprocessing or anaerobic digestion of biomasses, will be a definite advantage but is not required. Preference will be given to South African citizens and permanent residents who display academic excellence.

Application Requirement

Closing date for applications is 31 July 2025.

  • Interested candidates should provide a cover letter, CV, complete academic transcripts, and contact details of at least three academic references.
  • All documents should be merged into a single PDF and attached to the application.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Applications can be sent to Prof. JF Gorgens Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to fill the position.

About Stellenbosch University Stellenbosch University (SU) is home to an academic community of 29 000 students (including 4 000 foreign students from 100 countries) as well as 3 000 permanent staff members (including 1 000 academics) on five campuses. The historical oak-lined university town amongst the Boland Mountains in the winelands of the Western Cape creates a unique campus atmosphere, which attracts local and foreign students alike. On the main campus, paved walkways wind between campus buildings – some dating from previous centuries; others just a few years old. Architecture from various eras attests to the sound academic foundation and establishment of an institution of excellence. This, together with the scenic beauty of the area; state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly facilities and technology, as well as visionary thinking about the creation of a sustainable 21st-century institution, makes for the unique character of Stellenbosch University.

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