Lecturer I (Human Nutrition & Dietetics) at University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (UAST), Ihugh

JOB PURPOSE

• Lecturer I denotes academic maturity and leadership; a nutrition scientist-educator who coordinates courses and fieldwork, mentors others, advances impactful research, and anchors UAST’s ambition for nutrition-driven health and food-system transformation.
• The Purpose of this job is to deliver high-quality independent teaching and practical leadership, lead impactful research and innovation, mentor junior staff, and contribute to institutional governance and accreditation.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate core HND to courses and field/practical modules.
• Supervise undergraduate research projects and community interventions.
• Lead/co-lead funded research and translational initiatives.
• Publish in reputable journals; engage stakeholders and policymakers.
• Serve on School/University committees and accreditation teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Human Nutrition/Dietetics or Senate-approved cognate with strong nutrition scholarship.
• A minimum of four (4) publications, at least two (2) in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
• Evidence of innovation (validated interventions, tools, datasets, policy outputs) is an added advantage.

Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

• PhD in Human Nutrition/Dietetics or Senate-approved cognate with strong nutrition scholarship.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

• At least three (3) years as Lecturer II (or equivalent).
• Active membership of recognised national/international nutrition or dietetics bodies.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Teaching excellence; research leadership; mentoring; policy translation; interdisciplinary collaboration.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Strategic leadership in nutrition education and research.
• Ethical stewardship and evidence-based advocacy.
• Capacity to translate research into practice and policy.
• Strong mentorship and institutional loyalty.
• Deep alignment with UAST’s sustainable, Africa-centred mission.