Job Posts at Malawi University of Science and Technology

Exciting and challenging job opportunities have arisen at the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) for suitably qualified and experienced Individuals who would like to contribute to the growth of the University.

THE ORGANISATION
MUST is a new and fourth Public University established by the Government of Malawi in December, 2012. It was officially opened on 24th October, 2014. The University is situated In the Southern part of Malawi in the beautiful highlands of Thyolo District, about 27 kilometres East of Blantyre City. It has four Schools: Malawi Institute of Technology; Ndata School of Climate and Earth Sciences; Academy of Medical Sciences; and Bingu School of Culture and Heritage. Through these Schools, the University is offering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in various disciplines. The University has capacity to enrol over 5,000 students.

MUST would like to engage suitably qualified persons to fill the following positions tenable in the Academic Departments as follows:

Professor/Reader(Associate Professor)/ Senior Lecturer/Lecturer

The University has academic vacancies on permanent or contract basis in the above stated levels in the following disciplines:

1. Biological Sciences (Molecular Biology/ Microbiology/ Human Biology/ Biochemistry)
2. Mathematics and Statistics
3. Language and Communication Studies
4. Computer Science (Computer Security)
5. Engineering (Biomedical/ Electrical/ Material and Metallurgy/ Chemical)

The University is looking for candidates with a proven track record of commitment, excellence in teaching, research and resource mobilization.

Functions and Responsibilities

The main purpose for all the above academic positions is to teach at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, depending on the position. The core elements of the job are as follows:

• Teaching and devising best learning approaches for students.
• Assessing students’ academic work and doing students’ supervision.
• Carrying out research, consultancy and outreach activities.
• Scholarly publishing.
• Participating in curriculum development and/or curriculum revision
• Providing academic guidance to students.
• Senior academics are expected to mentor the new and junior generation of academics.

Qualifications, Attributes and Experience
Interested candidates should possess the following attributes:

• Knowledge Candidates must be those with strong knowledge of the subject area combined with a broad subject background enabling contribution to teaching and research.
• Skills Candidates must have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Those with proven record of ability to attract funding and conduct high quality research which is reflected in the authorship of high quality publications, or other research outputs in their relevant fields, shall have added advantage.
• Aptitude Candidates must have ability to work collaboratively.

Qualifications

• A PhD in relevant field for those applying for Professorship, Associate Professorship and Senior Lecturer positions.
• A minimum of Master’s degree in relevant field for those applying for Lecturer positions.

Previous Experience

• Research experience in relevant field.
• Teaching and assessment of students work at undergraduate or postgraduate level at tertiary education institutions.
• Curriculum design at tertiary education institutions .
• Engagement with scholarly/professional community and pastoral care of students.
• Participation in community engagement activities.
• Applicants with proven experience of supervision of undergraduate or postgraduate projects will have an added advantage.
• Applicants with publications in recognised peer reviewed journals will have an added advantage.

Personal Qualities
Essential:

• Commitment to academic research; high quality teaching and fostering a positive learning environment for students; continuous professional development, and ability to work harmoniously with colleagues and partners from inside and outside the institution and students of all cultures and backgrounds

Desirable:
Willingness to be committed to the Vision and Mission of the Malawi University of Science and Technology.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications and attributes should submit their applications, together with detailed curricula vitae plus copies of registration certificates with relevant regulatory bodies (where applicable) not later than 25th August, 2017. The curriculum vitae must include the following: the candidate’s names in full; date of birth; academic qualifications; work experience; and names and e-mail addresses of three traceable referees.

Applications must be submitted to:
University Registrar, Malawi University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 5196, Limbe
Email: vacancy@must.ac.mw

All electronic applications must be duly signed. Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.