Job Openings at University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (UAST), Ihugh – Apply Now

 JOB PURPOSE

• The Assistant Lecturer in Nursing Science is a clinical-academic incubatee—grounded in professional nursing practice, developing scholarly depth, and trained to integrate evidence-based care, community health impact, digital health tools, and ethical leadership within African health systems. The job purpose is to support undergraduate teaching and clinical instruction, participate in research and skills-lab delivery, and undergo structured academic and professional development toward full lecturing responsibilities in Nursing Science.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaching & Clinical Instruction: Assist in delivering undergraduate Nursing courses (theory, skills-lab, clinical postings). Support OSCEs, simulations, tutorials, and continuous assessment in line with C-CMAS and NMCN standards. Assist in examination administration, grading, and results processing.
• Clinical Practice & Skills Development: Participate in skills-lab instruction (fundamentals, medical-surgical, maternal & child health, mental health). Support supervised clinical postings in accredited teaching hospitals/health facilities.
• Research & Scholarship: Participate in departmental research, data collection, audits, and co-authored publications. Assist in grant proposals, quality-improvement studies, and community health research. Innovation, Extension & Community Health: Support community health outreaches, primary health initiatives, and public-health education. Participate in digital health, patient-safety, and quality-of-care initiatives.
• Academic Development & Service: Enrol and make satisfactory progress toward a PhD (Nursing or closely related). Assist in departmental administration and committees as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• B.NSc. (Nursing Science) from a recognised university and M.Sc. in Nursing (any recognised specialty).
• Current registration and valid practising licence with NMCN.

Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

• B.NSc. (Nursing Science) from a recognised university and M.Sc. in Nursing (any recognised specialty).
• Current registration and valid practising licence with NMCN.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

• 3 years post-qualification experience (clinical, academic, or blended). Teaching assistantship/clinical preceptorship is an advantage.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• At UAST Ihugh, a Nursing Science academic is not only a teacher and clinician, but a custodian of life, ethics, compassion and knowledge—shaping professionals who heal with skill, conscience and purpose.
• Foundational teaching and clinical instruction skills.
• Evidence-based practice orientation; digital literacy (LMS, simulations).
• Professional ethics, communication, teamwork.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Candidates appointed into academic positions in Nursing Science at the University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (UAST), Ihugh shall, in addition to academic and professional qualifications, demonstrably possess the following personal attributes, which are considered essential to the nursing profession and to the University’s standards of excellence.

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• JOB PURPOSE
• To deliver independent undergraduate teaching, initiate and advance scholarly research, contribute meaningfully to agribusiness innovation and extension, and participate actively in the academic, administrative and developmental functions of the University, in alignment with UAST Ihugh’s mandate for research-driven knowledge transfer, and enterprise-driven, sustainable and Africa-relevant agriculture.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching and Learning:

• Independently teach undergraduate courses in Agribusiness and related areas.
• Develop course outlines, lecture materials and assessments in compliance with NUC C-CMAS.
• Supervise undergraduate projects and seminars.
• Apply innovative, field-based and problem-solving teaching methods aligned with UAST pedagogy.

Research and Scholarly Output:

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in Agribusiness and Food Systems.
• Publish scholarly articles in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
• Participate in conferences, workshops and academic seminars.
• Contribute to grant proposals and funded research projects.

Innovation, Enterprise and Extension:

• Participate actively in agribusiness innovation initiatives, value-chain projects and enterprise development.
• Engage in extension services, farmer training, cooperative development and agripreneurship support.
• Support UAST Farms, incubation hubs and community-based agribusiness programmes.

Academic Administration and Service:

• Serve on departmental, School, Collegiate or University Committees.
• Participate in curriculum development and review.
• Assist in academic planning and quality assurance processes.
• Uphold University regulations, ethical standards and professional conduct.

Professional Development:

• Demonstrate continuous improvement in teaching, research and innovation.
• Participate in staff development, digital pedagogy and leadership training programmes.
• Progress steadily towards senior academic responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

• A PhD in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics or a closely related discipline from a recognised university.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

• Minimum of three (3) years post-PhD or equivalent academic experience.
• Evidence of prior teaching, research or relevant agribusiness practice.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong teaching and communication skills.
• Research capability with evidence of publications.
• Applied understanding of agribusiness systems and value chains.
• Digital literacy for teaching, research and data analysis.
• Ability to integrate theory with field-based and enterprise contexts.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• High ethical standards and professionalism.
• Commitment to academic growth and research excellence.
• Passion for agriculture as a business and development driver.
• Willingness to engage in field-based and community-oriented activities.
• Alignment with UAST Ihugh’s values of Excellence, Relevance and Legacy.

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