Do meaningful academic work— on your terms.
Lumenlink connects qualified academic professionals with higher education institutions that need your expertise. Whether you're a moderator, examiner, tutor, or curriculum developer, we make it easier to find opportunities, get hired, and get paid—professionally, fairly, and without administrative hassle.
What Types Of Work You Can Get
Lumenlink connects you with higher education institutions seeking contractors for:
- Moderation
- Marking & Assessment
- External Examining
- Tutoring & Academic Support
- Guest Lecturing
- Critical Reading
- Curriculum & Material Development
- Assessment Setting & Review
- Academic Editing / Proofreading
- Programme Validation & Quality Review
- Supervision (Postgrad & Undergrad)
- Learning Design & Instructional Development
- And many more
Who Can Create a Profile?
Lumenlink is open to a wide range of professionals, including:
- Qualified academic freelancers
- Lecturers
- Retired academics
- Postgraduate students (in specific roles)
- Education consultants and external reviewers
- Industry experts
Each academic role requires specific qualifications and experience. For example:
- Markers and Assessors may require a Bachelor’s degree, Honours, or Master’s depending on the module level.
- Moderators and Examiners generally require at least a Master’s or Doctoral degree and subject-specific experience.
- Tutors and Guest Lecturers may qualify with an Honours or Master's degree or with ample industry experience.
- Curriculum Developers and Critical Readers must demonstrate content expertise or a history of academic or QA work.
Our platform will guide you through the requirements based on your selected roles once you create your profile.
Why Join Lumenlink?
More Opportunities, Less Admin
One Professional Profile, Many Roles
More Opportunities, Less Admin
- Access academic work from multiple institutions, all in one place
- No more chasing clients, contracts, or payments
- Spend more time doing meaningful work, not paperwork
Fair Pay & Fast Payment
One Professional Profile, Many Roles
More Opportunities, Less Admin
- See clear, upfront payment terms for every assignment
- Get paid promptly through our secure system
- No invoice generation needed—we manage it for you
One Professional Profile, Many Roles
One Professional Profile, Many Roles
One Professional Profile, Many Roles
- Create one profile that showcases your qualifications and experience
- Get discovered by institutions based on subject expertise and past ratings
- Work across roles: moderation, tutoring, examining, reviewing, and more
Flexible Work That Fits Your Life
Flexible Work That Fits Your Life
One Professional Profile, Many Roles
- Choose the assignments that suit your availability and skillset
- Work remotely or part-time based on institutional needs
- Fit engagements around your existing academic or professional commitments
Professional Recognition
Flexible Work That Fits Your Life
Trusted, Verified Platform
- Build a track record across multiple institutions
- Receive ratings from institutions that reflect your reliability and expertise
- Strengthen your academic credibility and visibility in the sector
Trusted, Verified Platform
Flexible Work That Fits Your Life
Trusted, Verified Platform
- We verify each institution before they can offer work
- Formal contracts for every role you accept
- Your personal information and documentation are handled securely
How You’ll Be Rated (And Why It Matters)
After each engagement, institutions rate contractors on key metrics including:
- Overall quality of work
- Timeliness and meeting deadlines
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Communication and responsiveness
- Feedback quality provided to students
These ratings appear on your profile and help you build a strong reputation across the academic sector. They also help institutions choose the best person for each task—transparently and fairly.
Secure Document Handling
You only need to upload your documents once — we’ll securely manage the rest.
Required documents:
- CV
- Qualifications
- ID Document
- Bank Details (for payments)
All data is encrypted and stored according to strict security protocols.
Ready to Get Started?
- Create your profile — it only takes a few minutes
- Upload your documents — once verified, you're eligible for matching
- Browse or receive offers — based on your expertise and availability
- Accept contracts, do the work, and get paid — without admin headaches
Lumen Link
Email: connect@lumenlink.co.za
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