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

JOB PURPOSE

• Lecturer II is the first independent nutrition-dietetics academic rank, expected to own undergraduate courses, lead practicals/fieldwork, initiate research, and translate nutrition science into measurable health and food-system outcomes.
• The job’s purpose is to independently teach undergraduate HNDt courses, initiate credible research, contribute to innovation and community nutrition impact, and support academic governance in line with UAST and NUC standards.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching & Practical Leadership:

• Independently teach assigned HNDt courses; design course outlines and assessments compliant with C-CMAS.
• Lead dietary assessment labs, counselling simulations and field practicums.
• Supervise undergraduate projects.

Research & Scholarship:

• Conduct independent or collaborative research; publish scholarly outputs; present at conferences.
• Contribute to funded/applied research (nutrition interventions, food systems, diet-related NCDs).

 Innovation & Community Impact:

• Lead/co-lead community nutrition programmes, digital nutrition education, or food-system pilots.

Academic Service & QA:

• Serve on committees; support curriculum review and accreditation.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Human Nutrition/Dietetics or Senate-approved cognate with demonstrable nutrition focus.
• A minimum of two (2) publications, at least one (1) in a peer-reviewed journal.
• Declared innovations (validated tools, curricula, digital platforms, product research under regulatory pathways) are advantageous.
• Active membership of recognised nutrition/dietetics professional bodies (status declared).

Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

• PhD in Human Nutrition/Dietetics or Senate-approved cognate with demonstrable nutrition focus.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

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

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Independent teaching; research initiation; community engagement; data analysis; ethics; digital readiness.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Evidence-based judgement and professional integrity.
• Leadership in practical and community learning environments.
• Mentorship disposition and teamwork.
• Cultural competence in diet counselling and education.
• Commitment to Africa-relevant nutrition solutions.