Mzuzu University is a Public University established under the Laws of Malawi Cap. 30:09 (Mzuzu University Act No. 12 of 1997). The University is a dual-mode public institution and hence has face-to-face and open, distance, and e-learning (ODeL) students. Mzuzu University also offers some of its programmes on block, weekend and vacation releases and through collaborations with international partners.
The University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions

1. Department of Languages, Cultural and Creative Studies
   Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in French
   Candidates must have a PhD or Master’s degree in French, the Teaching of French as a Foreign Language or related fields plus a relevant Bachelor’s degree with at least Upper Second Class or Credit obtained from a reputable and accredited institution of higher learning.
2. Department of Governance, Peace and Security Studies
   Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Staff Associate in Politics and Governance
   Candidates must:
   (a) have a PhD or Master’s degree in Politics, Political Science, Politics and Governance, Public Administration or Public Policy plus a relevant bachelor’s degree 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; and
   (b) submit certified copies of academic transcripts.
3. Department of Management and Entrepreneurial Studies
   (a) Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Accounting
   Candidates must have a PhD or Master’s degree in Accountancy or related fields plus a relevant bachelor’s degree 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 Business Management & Entrepreneurial Studies
   Candidates must have a PhD or Master’s degree in Management, Business Administration or related fields plus a relevant bachelor’s degree with at least Upper Second Class or Credit obtained from a reputable and accredited institution of higher learning.
4. Department of Tourism
   Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Staff Associate Cultural Heritage Tourism Management
   Candidates must have a PhD or Master’s degree in Cultural and Heritage Tourism, Cultural Heritage Management, History and Heritage Studies, Anthropology and Heritage Studies, Museums and Heritage Studies, Archaeology or related fields plus a relevant bachelor’s degree 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.
5. Department of Optometry
   Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer / Lecturer / Staff Associate in Optometry
   Candidates must have a PhD or Master’s degree in Optometry or related fields plus a relevant bachelor’s degree 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.
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   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
   (i) To teach and assess undergraduate and postgraduate courses;
   (ii) To develop and teach new courses, including postgraduate courses, as may be required;
   (iii) To supervise undergraduate and postgraduate projects, including research;
   (iv) To actively participate in scholarly activities such as research and
   publication;
   (v) To serve on University Committees to which they may be appointed; and
   (vi) To undertake any other reasonable duties as required and assigned by their Head of Department, Dean of Faculty or Management.
   (c) Attributes and Competencies
   (a) Ability to work as a member of a team;
   (b) Progressive knowledge in the subject areas for those applying for Lecturer position and above;
   (c) Demonstrable commitment to academic excellence in teaching and research;
   (d) Evidence of scholarly publications in peer-reviewed sources for candidates applying for the position of at least Senior Lecturer grade.
   (e) Good communication skills; and
   (f) 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:
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   University Registrar
   Mzuzu University
   Private Bag 201
   Luwinga
   MZUZU 2
   MALAWI
   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, 26th August 2022. Note that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.