Multiple Positions Full Time

ACADEMIC VACANCIES

Mzuzu University (MZUNI) is a Public University established by the Laws of Malawi Cap 30:09 (Mzuzu University Act No. 12 of 1997). Currently, the University has six faculties of Education; Environmental Sciences; Health

Sciences; Tourism, Hospitality and Management; Science, Technology and Innovation; and Humanities and Social Sciences. It is a dual mode University offering its courses through face-to-face and open, distance and e-learning (ODeL) teaching and learning modes. It also offers some of its programmes on block, week-end and vacation release.

The University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions:

1. Department of Physics and Electronics

a. Lecturer/Staff Associate in Electronics

Candidates must have a PhD or Master’s Degree in Electronics plus a Bachelor’s Degree in Physics and/or Electronics or related fields with at least

Upper Second Class or Credit obtained from a reputable and accredited institution of higher learning. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree only will be considered for the position of Staff Associate. Candidates should submit academic transcripts in addition to copies of certificates.

b. Lecturer/Staff Associate in Nuclear Physics/Nuclear Science and Technology/Solid State Physics/Materials Science

Candidates must have a PhD or Master’s Degree in Nuclear Physics/Nuclear Science and Technology/Solid State Physics/Materials Science plus a Bachelor’s Degree in Physics or related fields with at least Upper Second Class or Credit obtained from a reputable and accredited institution of higher learning. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree only will be considered for the position of Staff Associate. Candidates should submit academic transcripts in addition to copies of certificates.

2. Department of Nursing and Midwifery

a. Professor/ Associate Professor / Senior Lecturer / Lecturer in Medical-Surgical Nursing

Candidates must have a PhD or Master’s Degree in Medical-Surgical Nursing plus a Bachelor’s degree in Medical-Surgical Nursing with at least Upper Second Class or Credit obtained from a reputable and accredited institution of higher learning.

b. Professor/ Associate Professor / Senior Lecturer / Lecturer in Nursing

Candidates must have a PhD or Master’s Degree in Nursing plus a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and Midwifery with at least Upper Second Class or Credit obtained from a reputable and accredited institution of higher learning. Candidates with Health Service Management background will have an added advantage.

c. Professor/ Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Midwifery Science

Candidates must have a PhD or Master’s Degree in Midwifery Science plus a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and Midwifery or Midwifery Science with at least Upper Second Class or Credit obtained from a reputable and accredited institution of higher learning.

For all the above positions, candidates should address their suitability to meet the following requirements:

a. Experience

Candidates with two (2) years of teaching experience at tertiary level in the subject area will have an added advantage.

b. Duties and Responsibilities

• To teach and assess undergraduate and postgraduate courses;
• To develop and teach new courses, including postgraduate courses, as may be required;
• To supervise undergraduate and postgraduate projects, including research;
• To actively participate in scholarly activities such as research and publication;
• To undertake outreach activities;
• To actively participate in resource mobilization activities;
• To serve on University Committees to which they may be appointed; and
• To undertake any other reasonable duties as required and assigned by their Head of Department, Dean of Faculty or Management.

c. Attributes and Competencies

• Ability to work as a member of a team;
• Progressive knowledge in the subject areas for those applying for Lecturer position and above;
• Demonstrable commitment to academic excellence in teaching and research;
• Evidence of scholarly publications in peer-reviewed sources for candidates applying for the position of at least Senior Lecturer grade;
• Good communication skills; and
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet given deadlines.

Mode of Application

The application should include an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional qualifications as well as the names and contact details of three traceable referees. The job title should be indicated on the envelope and sent to:

University Registrar

Mzuzu University

Private Bag 201

Luwinga

MZUZU 2

Or Electronic Submission:

Electronic submission of the application should be sent as attachments in PDF or MS Word format to jobvacancies@mzuni.ac.mw. The subject line of the application should show the position being applied for.

To reach the University not later than Friday, 18th August 2023. Note that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

MZUNI is an equal opportunity employer and therefore encourages applications from qualified men, women and persons living with disabilities.

PLUMBER

Mzuzu University (MZUNI) is a Public University established by the Laws of Malawi Cap 30:09 (Mzuzu University Act No. 12 of 1997). Currently, the University has six faculties of Education; Environmental Sciences; Health Sciences; Tourism, Hospitality and Management; Science, Technology and Innovation; and Humanities and Social Sciences. It is a dual mode University offering its courses through faceto-face and open, distance and e-learning (ODeL) teaching and learning modes. It also offers some of its programmes on block, week-end and vacation release.

The University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Plumber.

Reporting to the Estates Development Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for installation and maintenance of well-functioning systems that transport water, waste, gases or hot liquids.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reading blueprints and drawings to understand or plan the layout of plumbing, waste disposal and water supply systems;
• Installing and maintaining water supply systems;
• Cutting, assembling and installing pipes and tubes with attention to existing infrastructure;
• Locating, repairing or replacing issues with water supply and sewer lines such as leakages and blockages;
• Installing and repairing waste disposal and sanitary systems;
• Repairing fixtures such sinks, cisterns, wcs e.t.c;
• Recording faults and identifying the required materials for maintenance;
• Recording water levels in MZUNI facilities;
• Taking inventories of the maintenance requirements; and
• Supervising outsourced service providers.

Qualifications

• Malawi TEVETA Certificate in Plumbing or Grade III Certificate in Plumbing from a reputable and/or accredited institution. Candidates with a Diploma in Plumbing from a reputable and/or accredited institution will have an added advantage; and
• Five (5) years’ experience as a Plumber in a large organization

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent understanding of water distribution and disposal systems in institutional buildings;
• Ability to handle plumbing tools and equipment such as pipe wrenches, pipe cutters and plungers;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; and
• Physically fit and able to work in all spaces and odd time.

Mode of Application

The application should include an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional qualifications as well as the names and contact details of three traceable referees. The job title should be indicated on the envelope and sent to:

Job VAC: Plumber

University Registrar

Mzuzu University

Private Bag 201

Luwinga

MZUZU 2

To reach the University not later than Friday, 18th August 2023. Note that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

MZUNI is an equal opportunity employer and therefore encourages applications from qualified men, women and persons living with disabilities.