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  • Posted: Jan 19, 2026
    Deadline: Feb 1, 2026
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  • The University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (UAST), Ihugh, is a Benue State public university located in Ihugh, Vandeikya Local Government Area, Benue State, Nigeria. It was officially recognized by the National Universities Commission (NUC) on May 14, 2025, as the 68th state university in Nigeria.
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    Lecturer I (Computer Science)

    JOB PURPOSE

    • Lecturer I denotes academic maturity and leadership in computing; a scholar-engineer who coordinates courses and laboratories, mentors others, advances impactful research, and anchors UAST’s ambition to be a reference point for applied computer science in Africa.
    • The job purpose is to deliver high-quality independent teaching and laboratory leadership, lead impactful computer science research and innovation, mentor junior staff, and contribute strategically to institutional governance and accreditation.

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Coordinate core Computer Science courses and advanced laboratories.
    • Supervise undergraduate research and capstone projects.
    • Lead/co-lead funded research, software platforms or AI/data initiatives.
    • Publish in reputable journals; engage industry and public-sector stakeholders.
    • Serve on School/University committees and accreditation teams.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • PhD in Computer Science or Senate-approved cognate with strong computing scholarship.
    • Minimum of four (4) publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
    • Evidence of software patents, platforms, tools or high-impact applied solutions is an advantage.
    • Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)
    • PhD in Computer Science or Senate-approved cognate with strong computing scholarship.
    • Minimum of four (4) publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
    • Evidence of software patents, platforms, tools or high-impact applied solutions is an advantage.

     MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

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

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

    • Teaching excellence; research leadership; mentoring; strategic computing vision; interdisciplinary collaboration.

    PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

    • Strategic thinking in digital systems and computing education.
    • Ethical stewardship of data, software and AI systems.
    • Capacity to translate research into deployable solutions and policy advice.
    • Strong mentorship culture and institutional loyalty.
    • Deep alignment with UAST’s innovative, secure and Africa-centred digital future.

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    Lecturer II (Computer Science)

    JOB PURPOSE

    • Lecturer II represents the first independent computing academic rank, expected to own undergraduate courses, lead laboratories, initiate research, and translate computer science theory into practical, scalable solutions for education, industry and society.
    • The job’s purpose is to independently teach undergraduate Computer Science courses, initiate credible research, contribute to innovation and digital transformation initiatives, and support academic governance in line with UAST and NUC standards.

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Teaching & Laboratory Leadership:

    • Independently teach assigned Computer Science courses (theory and labs).
    • Design course outlines, labs and assessments compliant with C-CMAS.
    • Supervise undergraduate projects and programming assignments.

    Research & Scholarship:

    • Initiate and conduct independent or collaborative research.
    • Publish scholarly articles; present at conferences; contribute to funded projects.

    Innovation & Digital Impact:

    • Lead/co-lead applied projects (software systems, data platforms, AI prototypes, educational technologies).
    • Support industry collaboration and community digital-skills initiatives.

    Academic Service & QA:

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

    Minimum Qualifications

    • PhD in Computer Science or Senate-approved cognate (Software Engineering, Information Systems, AI/Data Science with CS core).
    • Minimum of two (2) publications in a peer-reviewed journal.
    • Software artefacts, datasets or patents may be declared as supporting outputs.

    Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

    • PhD in Computer Science or Senate-approved cognate (Software Engineering, Information Systems, AI/Data Science with CS core).
    • Minimum of two (2) publications in a peer-reviewed journal.
    • Software artefacts, datasets or patents may be declared as supporting outputs

    MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

    • At least three (3) years post-PhD or equivalent academic/industry-research experience.
    • Active membership of recognised national/international computing or ICT bodies.

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

    • Independent teaching; lab leadership; research initiation; software design; data analysis; ethics.

    PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

    • Analytical rigor and evidence-based decision-making.
    • Leadership in laboratory and project-based learning.
    • Professional integrity in research and software development.
    • Mentorship disposition and teamwork.
    • Commitment to Africa-relevant digital solutions.

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    Assistant Lecturer (Computer Science)

    JOB PURPOSE

    • The Assistant Lecturer in Computer Science is a computing scholar-developer in formation, trained to combine foundational theory, practical programming, ethical computing and Africa-relevant problem-solving, while building strong research discipline and pedagogical competence.
    • The job purpose is to support undergraduate teaching and laboratory instruction in Computer Science, participate in research and innovation activities, and pursue advanced academic development towards independent lecturing responsibilities.

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Teaching & Laboratory Support:

    • Assist in teaching foundational Computer Science courses (programming, data structures, discrete mathematics, computer systems, etc.).
    • Support laboratories in programming languages, algorithms, databases and operating systems, etc.
    • Assist in continuous assessment, grading and results processing.

    Research & Capacity Development:

    • Participate in departmental research groups, coding projects and seminars.
    • Enrol in and make satisfactory progress toward a PhD in Computer Science or a Senate-approved cognate.

    Innovation & Digital Service:

    • Support student coding clubs, hackathons and innovation challenges.
    • Assist in development of educational software, datasets or digital platforms.

    Academic Service & Ethics:

    • Assist in departmental administration, accreditation readiness and QA.
    • Uphold academic integrity, responsible computing and ethical conduct.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or a Senate-approved cognate with substantial computing content.
    • Evidence of commitment to pursue a PhD in a computing-relevant field.
    • Programming, cloud or systems certifications (e.g., Oracle, Microsoft, AWS, Linux) are an advantage.
    • Student/Associate membership of recognised computing or ICT professional bodies encouraged.

    Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

    • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or a Senate-approved cognate with substantial computing content.
    • Evidence of commitment to pursue a PhD in a computing-relevant field.
    • Programming, cloud or systems certifications (e.g., Oracle, Microsoft, AWS, Linux) are an advantage.
    • Student/Associate membership of recognised computing or ICT professional bodies encouraged.

    MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

    • 3 years relevant academic, industry or research experience.

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

    • Programming fundamentals; analytical thinking; algorithms basics; teamwork; digital ethics awareness.

    PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

    • Intellectual curiosity and disciplined problem-solving.
    • Ethical orientation in software development and data handling.
    • Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-evolving field.
    • Collaborative mindset and respect for academic integrity.
    • Alignment with UAST values of Excellence, Relevance and Legacy.

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    Lecturer I (Cybersecurity)

    JOB PURPOSE

    • Lecturer I denotes academic maturity and cyber leadership; a scholar-practitioner who coordinates courses and labs, mentors others, advances impactful research, and anchors UAST’s ambition to be a centre of excellence in cybersecurity education and innovation.
    • The job purpose is to deliver high-quality independent teaching and laboratory leadership, lead impactful cybersecurity research and innovation, mentor junior staff, and contribute strategically to institutional governance and accreditation.

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Coordinate core Cybersecurity courses and advanced labs.
    • Supervise undergraduate research and capstone projects.
    • Lead/co-lead funded research, cyber-range development or national-interest security projects.
    • Publish in reputable journals and engage industry/government stakeholders.
    • Serve on School/University committees and accreditation teams.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • PhD in Cybersecurity or Senate-approved cognate with strong security scholarship.
    • Minimum of four (4) publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
    • Evidence of tools, patents, frameworks or impactful applied solutions is an added advantage.

    Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

    • PhD in Cybersecurity or Senate-approved cognate with strong security scholarship.
    • Minimum of four (4) publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
    • Evidence of tools, patents, frameworks or impactful applied solutions is an added advantage.

    MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

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

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

    • Teaching excellence; research leadership; mentoring; strategic cyber thinking; interdisciplinary collaboration.

    PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

    • Strategic vision in digital security and cyber governance.
    • Ethical stewardship and national-interest orientation.
    • Capacity to translate research into secure systems and policy advice.
    • Strong mentorship culture and institutional loyalty.
    • Deep alignment with UAST’s secure, innovative and Africa-centred digital future.

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    Lecturer II (Cybersecurity)

    JOB PURPOSE

    • Lecturer II denotes academic maturity and cyber leadership; a scholar-practitioner who coordinates courses and labs, mentors others, advances impactful research, and anchors UAST’s ambition to be a centre of excellence in cybersecurity education and innovation.
    • The job purpose is to deliver high-quality independent teaching and laboratory leadership, lead impactful cybersecurity research and innovation, mentor junior staff, and contribute strategically to institutional governance and accreditation.

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Coordinate core Cybersecurity courses and advanced labs.
    • Supervise undergraduate research and capstone projects.
    • Lead/co-lead funded research, cyber-range development or national-interest security projects.
    • Publish in reputable journals and engage industry/government stakeholders.
    • Serve on School/University committees and accreditation teams.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • PhD in Cybersecurity or Senate-approved cognate with strong security scholarship.
    • Minimum of two(2) publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
    • Evidence of tools, patents, frameworks or impactful applied solutions is an added advantage.

    Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

    • PhD in Cybersecurity or Senate-approved cognate with strong security scholarship.
    • Minimum of two (2) publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
    • Evidence of tools, patents, frameworks or impactful applied solutions is an added advantage.

    MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

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

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

    • Teaching excellence; research leadership; mentoring; strategic cyber thinking; interdisciplinary collaboration.

    PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

    • Strategic vision in digital security and cyber governance.
    • Ethical stewardship and national-interest orientation.
    • Capacity to translate research into secure systems and policy advice.
    • Strong mentorship culture and institutional loyalty.
    • Deep alignment with UAST’s secure, innovative and Africa-centred digital future.

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    Assistant Lecturer (Cybersecurity)

    JOB PURPOSE

    • The Assistant Lecturer in Cybersecurity is a digital security scholar-engineer in formation, trained to integrate secure computing foundations, ethical hacking awareness, digital forensics basics, cyber law and safety, while developing research discipline and Africa-centric cyber resilience thinking.
    • The job purpose is to support undergraduate teaching and laboratory instruction in Cybersecurity, participate in research and innovation activities, and pursue advanced academic development towards independent lecturing responsibilities.

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Teaching & Laboratory Support:

    • Assist in teaching foundational Cybersecurity courses (theory, labs, tutorials).
    • Support hands-on labs in networking fundamentals, system security, secure coding and cyber hygiene.
    • Assist in continuous assessment, grading and results processing.

    Research & Capacity Development:

    • Participate in departmental research, simulations, capture-the-flag (CTF) exercises and security audits.
    • Enrol in and make satisfactory progress toward a PhD in Cybersecurity or a Senate-approved cognate.

    Innovation & Digital Service:

    • Support cybersecurity awareness programmes for campus and community.
    • Assist in secure configuration of academic systems, labs and digital platforms (under guidance).

    Academic Service & Ethics:

    • Assist in departmental administration, accreditation readiness and QA.
    • Uphold ethics, responsible disclosure and academic integrity.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology or a Senate-approved cognate with strong security content.
    • Evidence of commitment to pursue a PhD in a cybersecurity-relevant field.
    • Entry-level or associate certifications (e.g., CEH, Security+, CCNA-Security, ISO 27001 Foundation) are an advantage.

    Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

    • Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology or a Senate-approved cognate with strong security content.
    • Evidence of commitment to pursue a PhD in a cybersecurity-relevant field.
    • Entry-level or associate certifications (e.g., CEH, Security+, CCNA-Security, ISO 27001 Foundation) are an advantage.

    MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

    • 3 years relevant academic, industry or research experience.
    • Student/Associate membership of recognised ICT or cybersecurity professional bodies encouraged.

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

    • Foundational cybersecurity concepts; analytical thinking; scripting basics; teamwork; digital ethics awareness.

    PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

    • Strong ethical orientation and respect for digital responsibility.
    • Curiosity and discipline in problem-solving and systems thinking.
    • Willingness to learn rapidly in a fast-evolving field.
    • Collaborative mindset and respect for confidentiality.
    • Alignment with UAST values of Excellence, Relevance and Legacy.

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    Lecturer I (Nursing Science)

    JOB PURPOSE

    • Lecturer I denotes academic maturity, clinical leadership and mentorship capacity.
    • At this level, the Nursing Science academic is expected to own courses, lead clinical instruction, mentor junior staff, and translate nursing research into practice and policy, especially within African health systems.
    • The job purpose is to deliver high-quality independent teaching and clinical leadership, lead impactful nursing research and innovation, mentor junior staff, and contribute strategically to institutional governance and accreditation.

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Teaching & Clinical Leadership:

    • Coordinate core Nursing Science courses and clinical modules.
    • Lead OSCEs, simulations and clinical assessments.
    • Supervise undergraduate research and professional development activities.

    Research, Publications & Innovation:

    • Lead or co-lead nursing research and quality-improvement initiatives.
    • Publish in reputable peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.
    • Develop innovations in nursing education, patient care or community health.

    Leadership & Institutional Service:

    • Mentor Assistant Lecturers and Lecturer II academics.
    • Serve on School and University committees, accreditation teams and policy groups.
    • Uphold and promote professional standards of nursing education and practice.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • PhD in Nursing Science (or Senate-approved cognate).
    • Valid NMCN practising licence.
    • A minimum of four (4) publications, in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
    • Evidence of clinical guidelines, educational innovations or community health impact is an advantage.

    Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

    • PhD in Nursing Science (or Senate-approved cognate).
    • Valid NMCN practising licence.

    MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

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

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

    • Teaching excellence and curriculum leadership
    • Research leadership and mentorship
    • Clinical governance and ethics
    • Interdisciplinary collaboration
    • Strategic thinking
       

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    Lecturer II (Nursing Science)

    JOB PURPOSE

    • Lecturer II represents the first fully independent academic–clinical rank in Nursing Science at UAST Ihugh.
    • The role integrates theory, clinical competence, research initiation, ethics, and community-centred care, preparing graduates who are safe, reflective, and globally competitive nurses.
    • The purpose of the job is to independently deliver undergraduate teaching and clinical instruction, initiate nursing research, support skills-lab and clinical postings, and contribute to academic governance in line with UAST, NUC and NMCN standards.

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Teaching & Clinical Instruction:

    • Independently teach assigned Nursing Science courses (theory, skills-lab, clinical practice).
    • Design course outlines, assessments, OSCEs and simulations in compliance with NUC C-CMAS and NMCN standards.
    • Supervise undergraduate projects, seminars and clinical competencies.

    Research & Scholarship:

    • Initiate and participate in nursing and health-systems research.
    • Publish scholarly articles and present at professional conferences.
    • Contribute to funded or applied research projects.

    Innovation, Community & Clinical Impact:

    • Participate in community health programmes, primary healthcare outreach and patient-safety initiatives.
    • Support digital health, simulation-based learning and quality-improvement projects.

    Academic Service & Quality Assurance:

    • Serve on departmental/school committees.
    • Support curriculum review, accreditation preparation and continuous quality improvement.
    • Uphold professional ethics, patient confidentiality and academic integrity.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • PhD in Nursing Science (or Senate-approved cognate acceptable to NMCN for nursing education).
    • Current registration and valid practising licence with NMCN.
    • Minimum of two (2) publications in peer-reviewed journals.
    • Evidence of clinical audits, protocols or innovations is an advantage.

    Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

    • PhD in Nursing Science (or Senate-approved cognate acceptable to NMCN for nursing education).
    • Current registration and valid practising licence with NMCN.

    MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

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

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

    • Independent teaching and clinical supervision
    • Evidence-based practice
    • Research initiation
    • Digital literacy (LMS, simulation, health informatics)
    • Ethical and professional conduct

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    Lecturer I (Human Nutrition & Dietetics)

    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.

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    Lecturer II (Human Nutrition & Dietetics)

    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.

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    Assistant Lecturer (Human Nutrition & Dietetics)

    JOB PURPOSE

    • The Assistant Lecturer in HNDt is a nutrition scientist-educator in formation, trained to integrate clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, food systems, sustainability and evidence-based counselling, while developing rigorous academic and research competence tailored to Africa’s nutrition realities.
    • The purpose of the job is to support undergraduate teaching, laboratories/skills sessions, fieldwork and community engagement in Human Nutrition & Dietetics; participate in research and quality-assurance activities; and pursue advanced academic development towards independent lecturing responsibilities.

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Teaching & Practical Support:

    • Assist in delivering foundational HNDt courses (theory, practicals, case studies, skills labs).
    • Support diet assessment methods, food composition analysis, nutrition education and counselling simulations.
    • Assist in continuous assessment, examinations and results processing.

    Fieldwork, Community & Clinical Support:

    • Support community nutrition surveys, growth monitoring, nutrition education and supervised clinical postings (where applicable).
    • Assist with documentation, ethics and referral protocols.

    Research & Capacity Development:

    • Participate in departmental research (nutritional epidemiology, food composition, diet-disease relationships, intervention studies).
    • Enrol in and make satisfactory progress toward a PhD in Nutrition/Dietetics or a Senate-approved cognate.

    Academic Service & Ethics:

    • Assist in departmental administration, accreditation readiness and QA.
    • Uphold ethics, evidence-based practice and professional conduct.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Master’s degree in Human Nutrition, Dietetics, Clinical Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, Food & Nutrition or a Senate-approved cognate with substantial nutrition content.
    • Evidence of commitment to pursue a PhD in a nutrition-relevant field.

    Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

    • Master’s degree in Human Nutrition, Dietetics, Clinical Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, Food & Nutrition or a Senate-approved cognate with substantial nutrition content.
    • Evidence of commitment to pursue a PhD in a nutrition-relevant field.

    MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

    • 3 years relevant experience (academic, clinical/community nutrition, NGO, research).
    • Evidence of research exposure is desirable.
    • Student/Associate membership of recognised nutrition/dietetics bodies encouraged (e.g., DRBN-recognised associations).

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

    • Foundational nutrition science; dietary assessment; communication; data literacy; teamwork; digital tools for teaching.

    PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

    • Commitment to evidence-based, ethical nutrition practice.
    • Sensitivity to cultural food practices and community contexts.
    • Willingness to learn and serve in resource-constrained settings.
    • Collaborative mindset across health and food systems.
    • Alignment with UAST values of Excellence, Relevance and Legacy.

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    Lecturer I (Complementary & Alternative Medicine)

    JOB PURPOSE

    • Lecturer I denotes academic maturity and leadership; a scholar-practitioner who coordinates courses and clinics, mentors others, advances impactful research, and anchors UAST’s ambition for safe, evidence-informed integrative healthcare.
    • The job purpose is to deliver high-quality independent teaching and supervised clinical leadership, lead impactful research and innovation, mentor junior staff, and contribute to institutional governance and accreditation.

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Coordinate core CAM courses and supervised clinical modules.
    • Supervise undergraduate research/projects and community interventions.
    • Lead/co-lead funded research, safety frameworks, or translational innovations.
    • Publish in reputable journals; engage stakeholders and regulators.
    • Serve on School/University committees and accreditation teams.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • PhD in CAM/Integrative Health or Senate-approved cognate with strong CAM scholarship.
    • A minimum of four (4) publications, at least two (2) in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
    • Evidence of validated innovations (protocols, products progressing through regulatory pathways, digital tools) is an added advantage.
    • Active membership of recognised national/international CAM or integrative health bodies.

    Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

    • PhD in CAM/Integrative Health or Senate-approved cognate with strong CAM scholarship.

    MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

    • At least three (3) years as Lecturer II (or equivalent).

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

    • Teaching excellence; research leadership; mentoring; safety governance; interdisciplinary collaboration.

    PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

    • Strategic leadership in integrative health education.
    • Ethical stewardship, safety consciousness and regulatory awareness.
    • Capacity to translate research into policy/practice.
    • Strong mentorship and institutional loyalty.
    • Deep alignment with UAST’s sustainable, Africa-centred mission.

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