CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The University of Lusaka is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill up the following positions on full time basis in the following fields;

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DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR - RESEARCH, INNOVATION AND POSTGRADUATE STUDIES

To be considered for this position, one must have the following qualifications from recognized Institutions;
— An earned Doctoral degree (PhD) or (DBA) in a relevant discipline.
— At least 10 years of experience in academic or research leadership, including a minimum of 5 years in senior management within a higher education institution and the corporate or industry sector.
— Proven track record in research, publications, and postgraduate supervision.
— Experience in promoting innovation, research funding, and partnerships.
— Must be between 40 and 50 years of age at the time of application.
— Strong strategic, managerial and communication skills.

Summary of Job Responsibilities
— Provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of research policies and programs.
— Promote innovation, knowledge transfer, and commercialisation of research outputs.
— Oversee postgraduate education, ensuring quality and relevance of programmes.
— Facilitate collaborations with local, regional, and international research institutions and industry partners.
— Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements for research and postgraduate programmes.
— Mobilise resources to support research, innovation and postgraduate initiatives.

Key attributes:
— Visionary leadership with strategic thinking skills.
— Strong academic and research excellence.
— Innovative mindset and ability to foster creativity.
— Excellent collaboration and networking abilities.
— Financial experience in resource mobilisation.
— Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
— Integrity, ethical leadership and evidence-based decision-making.
— Commitment to diversity, inclusion and quality in postgraduate education.

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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE VICE CHANCELLOR

The University of Lusaka is seeking to recruit a qualified person for the position of Executive Assistant to the Vice Chancellor. This entails managing the Vice Chancellor’s office, making sure that work is performed in a timely and efficient manner.

To be considered for this position, one must have the following qualifications from recognised institutions;
— Bachelor of Business Administration, Public Relations, Economics or any related field
— A Master’s degree in any related field.
— Five (5) years relevant professional experience in a busy environment in a similar position.
— Applicant must be between 30 and 40 years of age and demonstrate a high level of maturity.
— Strong oral and written communication skills.
— Knowledge and experience with a variety of computer application packages.

Summary of Job Responsibilities:
— Provide support for all matters relating to business management and administration of the Vice Chancellor’s Office.
— Manage the Vice Chancellor’s commitments and appointments.
— Provide a wide range of high-level, complex and confidential office administration and support to the Vice Chancellor.
— Represent the Vice Chancellor in a professional manner at different fora and meetings.
— Manage all communication to and from the Vice Chancellor’s office.
— Manage all documents in the Vice Chancellor’s office.
— Facilitate Vice Chancellor’s meetings.
— Handle all travel arrangements for the Vice Chancellor.
— Coordinate with all faculties and departments in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports and present them to the Vice Chancellor.
— Be the custodian of all Memoranda of Understanding that the University has with different cooperating partners.
— Monitor progress of actions assigned to the Vice Chancellor, ensuring that they are followed up and deadlines are met.
— Organise VIP visits to the University and outside by planning appropriate meeting schedules, briefing visitors and internal colleagues to ensure that visitors are appropriately hosted.

Key Attributes and Skills
— Assertive and confident.
— Very strong interpersonal skills.
— Very good organisation and multitasking skills.
— Able to work under pressure.
— Team player and able to work under minimum supervision.
— Demonstrate ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with respect to sensitive matters.
— Team player.

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SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES

1. LECTURER – PHYSIOLOGY
To be considered for this position, one must have the following qualifications from recognised institutions;
— A Bachelor’s degree in Physiology or Medicine and Surgery, Master’s Degree in Physiology from a recognised Institution (PHD in Physiology will be added advantage).
— At least 3 years of teaching experience at a recognised higher learning institution.
— Experience in research and academic publications will be an advantage.
— Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
— Must be registered with the Health Professionals Council of Zambia (HPCZ).

2. LECTURER – BIOCHEMISTRY
To be considered for this position, one must have the following qualifications from recognised Institutions;
— A Bachelor’s degree in Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Master’s Degree in Biochemistry from a recognised Institution (PHD in Biochemistry will be added advantage).
— At least 3 years of teaching experience at a recognised higher learning institution.
— Experience in research and academic publications will be an advantage.
— Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
— Must be registered with the Health Professionals Council of Zambia (HPCZ).

Summary of Job Responsibilities
— Prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials and practical sessions in the relevant subject area.
— Develop course materials and assessments in line with the curriculum.
— Supervise undergraduate and/or postgraduate students’ research projects.
— Conduct scholarly research and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
— Participate in departmental and faculty meetings, curriculum development and academic teams.
— Provide mentorship and academic support to students.

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Salary Package:
An attractive and competitive package will be offered commensurate with one’s qualifications and experience.

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APPLICATION GUIDELINES
Interested candidates should send their application letters together with copies of their educational and professional certificates, as well as curriculum vitae with at least three traceable referees to the undersigned on or before 29th August, 2025. Please note that candidates must have their qualifications certified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).

The Registrar,
University of Lusaka,
Plot 37413,
Off Alick Nkhata Road, Mass Media,
P O Box 36711, Lusaka Zambia,
Email: jobs@unilus.ac.zm/humanresource@unilus.ac.zm

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