Lecturer II (Biochemistry) at University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (UAST), Ihugh

JOB PURPOSE

• Lecturer II represents independent academic practice; a biochemical scientist capable of owning undergraduate courses, initiating research, and translating biochemical principles into health, food, environmental and industrial solutions relevant to Africa.
• The purpose of this job therefore, is to independently teach undergraduate Biochemistry courses, conduct credible research, contribute to innovation and community engagement, and support academic governance in line with UAST, NUC and international best standards.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching:

• Independently teach assigned Biochemistry courses (theory and laboratory).
• Design course outlines, practicals and assessments compliant with C-CMAS.

Research & Scholarship:

• Initiate and conduct independent or collaborative research.
• Publish in recognised scientific journals and present at conferences.

Innovation & Community Impact:

• Contribute to applied research in food biochemistry, nutritional biochemistry, medicinal biochemistry, mechanochemistry, toxicology or biotechnology.
• Participate in community-oriented research or industry-linked projects.

Academic Service:

• Serve on departmental/school committees; support accreditation and QA.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Biochemistry or Senate-approved cognate discipline.
• Minimum: Two (2) scholarly publications, at least one (1) in a peer-reviewed journal.
• Registered patents, protocols, datasets or biochemical innovations to be declared where applicable.
• Active membership of recognised biochemical/life-science professional bodies.

Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

• PhD in Biochemistry or Senate-approved cognate discipline.
• Minimum: Two (2) scholarly publications, at least one (1) in a peer-reviewed journal.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

• At least three (3) years post-PhD or equivalent academic/research experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Independent teaching; research initiation; laboratory leadership; digital skills (statistics, bioinformatics); ethics and safety compliance.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Candidates must demonstrate:

• Scientific Integrity & Ethics: honesty in data generation, reporting and authorship; compliance with biosafety and laboratory ethics.
• Analytical Rigor: strong problem-solving ability, precision and critical thinking.
• Innovation Orientation: curiosity and creativity in applying biochemistry to real-world challenges.
• Teaching Commitment: patience, clarity and mentorship disposition.
• Collaboration & Communication: teamwork across disciplines and effective scientific communication.
• Continuous Learning: openness to new methods, technologies and knowledge.
• Digital & Data Readiness: comfort with computational tools, data analysis and emerging biochemical technologies.
• Africa-Centred Relevance: sensitivity to local health, nutrition, agriculture and environmental realities.