CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The School of Medicine and Health Sciences of the University of Lusaka is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following Full-time positions:

Nurse Tutors and Lecturers in the Nursing Department (Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program)

(1) Lecturers in Nursing Sciences (2)

- Master of Science in Nursing (Midwifery would be an added advantage)

- Bachelor of Science in Nursing

- PhD in Nursing will be an added advantage

- At least five (5) years' experience of lecturing at tertiary level

- Must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia (NMCZ)

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

- Teach the assigned courses

- Develop and improve course outlines and teaching materials

- Prepare lesson plans at the start of each semester

- Supervise and mentor students in the clinical area

- Supervise students undertaking project work

- Carry out administrative responsibilities and participate in quality assurance processes

Key Qualities and skills:

- Self-motivated and resourceful with strong intellectual ability

- Ability to research and create new knowledge

- Goal-oriented and a team player

(2) Clinical Lecturer (1)

- Master of Science in Nursing

- Bachelor of Science in Nursing

- At least two (2) years' clinical experience in the specialized discipline

- Must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia (NMCZ)

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

- Provide orientation for students to clinical sites

- Support faculty in developing objectives and competencies

- Review student portfolios and tailor activities

- Monitor student progress and ensure objectives are met

- Serve as a role model and mentor for nursing students

- Facilitate interactions with healthcare professionals at clinical sites

- Complete final student placement evaluation and report concerns

Key Qualities and skills:

- Self-motivated and resourceful with strong intellectual ability

- Ability to research and create new knowledge

- Goal-oriented and a team player

(3) Lecturers in Natural Sciences

- Biology

- Mathematics

- Physics

Basic Requirements:

- Postgraduate qualification – Master of Science in Natural Science, Physics or Biology

- First degree – Bachelor of Science in Natural Sciences (BSc) or equivalent in Mathematics, Physics or Biology

- PhD in the above disciplines is an added advantage

- Minimum of two to three (2-3) years teaching/research experience

- Certificate, Diploma in Teaching/Lecturing Methodology or Degree in Education is an added advantage

- Registration as a Science Specialist with the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ)

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

- Teach the assigned courses

- Develop and improve course outlines and teaching materials

- Prepare lesson plans at the start of each semester

Key Qualities and skills:

- Self-motivated and resourceful with strong intellectual ability

- Ability to research and create new knowledge

- Goal-oriented and a team player

(4) Lecturers in Basic Medical Sciences

- Anatomy

- Pathology

- Physiology

- Pharmacology

- Biochemistry

- Parasitology

Basic Requirements:

- First degree – Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science, Health Sciences, Medicine or equivalent

- Master of Science or equivalent in Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Medical Immunology and for Clinical Pathology (M.Med (Path), MRC Path or equivalent)

- PhD in the above disciplines is an added advantage

- Minimum of two to three (2-3) years teaching/research experience

- Certificate, Diploma in Teaching/Lecturing Methodology or equivalent is required

- Registration as a Science Specialist with the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ)

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

- Teach the assigned courses

- Develop and improve course outlines and teaching materials

- Prepare lesson plans at the start of each semester

Key Qualities and skills:

- Self-motivated and resourceful with strong intellectual ability

- Ability to research and create new knowledge

- Goal-oriented and a team player

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

Interested candidates should send their applications together with copies of educational and professional certificates, and curriculum vitae with three traceable referees to the undersigned by Friday, 31st May, 2024.

The Registrar

University of Lusaka

Plot 37413, Off Alick Nkhata Road, Mass Media,

P O Box 36711, Lusaka Zambia

Email: [email protected]

Alternatively you can apply online by following the instructions via this link https://forms.gle/jJm2pqXWAwaiXDpH7