Africa University is a private pan-African United Methodist-related institution located in Mutare, Zimbabwe. The university, which is also a member of the Association of African Universities, is inviting suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following strategic position:
COLLEGE OF HEALTH, AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL SCIENCES
AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING LECTURER/ SENIOR LECTURER/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/ PROFESSOR (1 Post) Reporting to the Head of Department, the incumbent is expected to spearhead teaching, research, transformative innovation and community service in applied Agricultural Engineering.
Duties and Responsibilities
Please note that the duties and responsibilities of a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor and Professor are grouped into 5 main categories which are:
a) Teaching The incumbent is expected to teach or deliver lectures in accordance with the Department and or College guidelines and standards. b) University Service and Community Engagement The incumbent should participate in all Department, College and University activities such as attending meetings, training workshops, conferences and seminars, among others. c) Research The incumbent is expected to engage in active research in his/her area of specialisation, which benefits the students, the Global community and the University. d) Innovations Innovations should lead to the production of goods and services. e) Industrialisation Through the commercialisation of goods and services.
Qualifications and Experience
Desired Attributes • A PhD in Agricultural Engineering, Irrigation Engineering, Hydrological Engineering. • An MSc. in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Irrigation Engineering or Hydrological Engineering • A BSc (Hons) in Agricultural Engineering or Irrigation Engineering with a strong documented engineering background recognised by related bodies. • At least five years teaching experience at undergraduate, post graduate or tertiary level and/or industry. • Demonstrated ability to supervise student lab work, and conducting and publishing their own research work. • Ability to spearhead novel technologies for improved efficiency of water and energy use, water-saving irrigation technologies, renewable energy supply systems, mechanisation and post-harvest processes. • A traceable track record of conducting relevant research and publishing in reputable, peer-reviewed journals. • Ability to mobilise resources through writing research and grant proposals independently. • Ability to work as part of a team in a culturally-diverse environment. • Demonstrated record of academic leadership that will contribute to invigorating departmental instruction, curricular innovation, and increased research productivity in line with the Education 5.0 thrust of Higher Education Training.
How to Apply
TO APPLY Interested candidates must submit an application letter, certified copies of certificates, transcripts, national identification (ID and birth certificate) and a detailed curriculum vitae giving full personal particulars including full name, place and date of birth, qualifications, date of availability, current salary, contact details, names and addresses of three referees.
The application pack should be sent as a single pdf file to e-mail address, [email protected] by no later than 1400 hours on 29 November 2024. Applicants should clearly indicate the post being applied for on the subject line, and only shortlisted candidates will be communicated to.
Africa University is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
