Department of Applied Biology and Biochemistry NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY The University seeks to recruit applicants with requisite qualifications, skills and experience for the following posts in the Faculty of Applied Science: -
LECTURESHIP/SENIOR LECTURESHIP/ASSOCIATE PROFESSORSHIP (5 POSTS) Department of Applied Biology and Biochemistry
POST A: MICROBIOLOGY (1 POST)
Duties and Responsibilities
As assigned by the employer
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Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should be holders of a BSc (Honours), B Tech (Honours) in Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Biological Sciences with relevant content for the post and an MSc/MPhil in Microbiology/Applied Microbiology/Biotechnology. The candidate should have at least 2 year’s work experience in an institution of higher education or a research institution. Experience in the assessment of students and supervision of research projects in area of specialisation as well as curriculum development will be an added advantage. A PhD or a registration for a PhD in the relevant field will be an added advantage. The candidate will be expected to be involved in teaching and practical training of undergraduate and postgraduate students in areas of General Microbiology, Food Microbiology, Industrial Microbiology and Medical Microbiology. Supervision of research projects in the area of specialisation will be expected.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE An attractive package which includes Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits is offered; details of which will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.
How to Apply
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Applications, which should include a Curriculum Vitae (giving full personal particulars of applicant, including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, employment and experience, present salary, telephone numbers and the names, addresses (including e-mail) and telephone numbers of three contactable referees) and copies of certificates must be addressed to:
The Senior Assistant Registrar Human Resources Department National University of Science and Technology P O Box AC 939Ascot Bulawayo, ZIMBABWE
And e-mailed to: recruitment@nust.ac.zw in a single pdf file clearly indicating the position being applied for in the subject line.
The National University of Science and Technology is an equal opportunity employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 25 April, 2025.
