This lectureship sits within the Biosciences and Biotechnology field and involves teaching, research and administrative duties at university level.

Doctoral degree in Applied Biosciences/Biotechnology or equivalent.
Masters degree in Applied Biosciences/Biotechnology or equivalent.
A relevant first degree with at least an upper second (2.1) classification.
Candidates who have made some progress towards a relevant Doctoral degree will also be considered.
Teaching experience at tertiary or university level is mandatory.
Possession of a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher and Tertiary Education is an added advantage; successful applicants who do not hold this diploma will be required to obtain one within the first three (3) years of appointment.
Ability to teach online is a distinct advantage.

Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules as allocated by the Head of Department, including Bioinformatics and Molecular Systematics, for a minimum of 12 hours per week.
Develop and review modules, course outlines, teaching materials and e-learning content in line with ZIMCHE standards.
Set, moderate, mark and administer coursework and examinations in accordance with the GZU Examinations Policy.
Supervise student projects, dissertations and work-related learning.
Conduct research and publish peer-reviewed papers in accredited journals.
Participate in community outreach activities that link university knowledge to community challenges.
Develop innovative teaching methods, prototypes, patents, curricula or other creative works.
Convert research outputs into innovations such as software, applications, teaching aids and business models.
Help transform innovations into goods and services for commercialization.
Participate in income-generating projects within the Department or School.
Serve on Departmental, School and University committees.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Chairperson, Dean or University management.

Biosciences and Biotechnology (Lectureship)

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