VACANCIES
VICE-CHANCELLOR’S OFFICE ACADEMIC POSTS
RESEARCH INNOVATION AND INDUSTRIALISATION DIRECTORATE
Research and Innovation Lead Officer (1 Post)
Job Summary
As the Innovation Lead, you will play a pivotal role in driving the University’s innovation agenda within the scientific disciplines. You will be responsible for identifying, nurturing, and commercializing promising research outputs with high commercial potential. You will act as a bridge between our talented researchers, industry partners, and investors, fostering a dynamic ecosystem for innovation.
Qualifications and Experience
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Applicants must have a minimum of an MSc degree in Engineering, Applied Sciences, Agriculture – Animal Science/Crop Science, Food Science or other related field from an accredited institution, and demonstrated experience in research, innovation and technology transfer to commercialisation.
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A BSc Degree in Engineering, Applied Sciences, Agriculture – Animal Science/Crop Science, Food Science or other related field from an accredited institution.
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A minimum of five (5) years’ working experience of which two (2) years’ experience must be in research, innovation and/or management of a business venture;
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The candidate should have a proven track record in multidisciplinary research, collaboration, and/or management of partnerships. The ideal candidate should have experience in interacting with students and/or teaching and learning.
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Should have a minimum of one (1) publication or equivalent such as patents/industrial designs.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Proactively collaborate with faculty and researchers to identify novel research with commercialisation potential.
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Evaluate and assess the commercial viability of scientific discoveries, considering market needs and intellectual property (IP) landscape.
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Develop and implement strategies for protecting, managing, and commercialising the University’s IP.
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Foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship within the university community, providing mentorship and guidance to researchers on translating ideas into marketable solutions.
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Oversee the incubation and acceleration of promising scientific ventures, providing resources and mentorship to student and faculty entrepreneurs.
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Develop and implement programs and workshops to equip researchers with essential skills in innovation management, technology transfer, and entrepreneurship.
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Track and analyze innovation metrics, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring alignment with the University’s strategic goals.
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Stay abreast of the latest trends and developments in science and technology transfer to identify emerging opportunities.
Key Skills and Attributes
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Proven experience in scientific research and innovation management.
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A strong understanding of the technology transfer process and intellectual property (IP) law.
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Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
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A demonstrated ability to build and manage collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Experience in implementing successful innovation programs.
Conditions of Service:
- Medical Aid, Leave, and Pension Benefits are offered.
- Information on salary and other benefits will be provided to short-listed candidates.
Applications: Soft copies in a single continuous PDF file of each of the following should be sent:
- Application letter
- Certified copies of educational and professional certificates
- National identity card
- Birth certificate
- Curriculum vitae
The curriculum vitae should include full personal particulars such as full name, place and date of birth, qualifications, previous employment and experience, present salary, date of availability, telephone number, email address, and names and addresses of three referees including their email addresses.
Applications should be sent to:
Or hand-delivered to:
The Deputy Registrar
Human Resources Section
Gwanda State University
Epoch Mine Campus
P O Box 30
Filabusi
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ACADEMIC VACANCIES
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Dean (1 Post)
Qualifications
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The ideal candidate should possess academic and/or professional qualifications from a recognised institution, preferably to the level of a Doctorate Degree in Environmental Engineering/Mining Engineering/ Metallurgical Engineering or related field.
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Professorship in Environmental Engineering/Mining Engineering/ Metallurgical Engineering or related field would be an added advantage. Experience and Qualities
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At least five (5) years post qualification experience in an institution of Higher Learning, of which two (2) years should have been as a Chairperson in an academic department.
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Ability to introduce and supervise the implementation of Education 5.0 programmes.
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Ability to grow the University through increasing student numbers in the Faculty programmes.
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Strong academic leadership skills.
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Excellent communication and organisational skills.
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Ability to fundraise and mobilise resources.
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Practical innovation skills.
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Analytical and critical thinking skills.
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Ability to motivate and mentor staff and students.
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Good team player.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Providing academic leadership in the areas of teaching, learning, research, innovation and industrialisation.
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Positioning the Faculty within the national higher education policy in line with Education 5.0.
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Overall planning, development, renewal and changing of academic programmes to ensure meaningful academic outcomes, quality, effectiveness and financial viability.
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Participating in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of the academic policies of the University.
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Setting up the necessary structures that will ensure that ethical and accountable research in the Faculty is relevant and of high quality leading to prototypes, patents and copyrights in line with the University’s research, innovation and industrialisation policy.
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Establishing a sound culture of innovation and industrialisation in the Faculty.
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Mobilising resources for the Faculty and University.
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Marketing the Faculty nationally, regionally and internationally.
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Creating and maintaining linkages and relationships with external stakeholders, that is, Industry and Commerce, professional boards; consultancies etc for the benefit of students, staff and the University as a whole.
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Fostering and maintaining sound personal and professional relationships among the members of staff, clients and stakeholders.
DEPARTMENT OF MINING ENGINEERING - Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Full Professor (3 Posts) : Mining Engineering
Applicants must have a BSc (Hons) Degree or equivalent in Mining Engineering with at least an upper second (2.1) degree classification and a Master’s Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent. A PhD qualification in Mining Engineering and a teaching experience at a university will be an added advantage. The candidate must be able to teach any three modules in the Department of Mining Engineering. The applicant is expected to actively engage in research and innovation activities in his/her area of specialisation leading to tangible products and services.
Mining Engineering Technician (1 Post)
Applicants must have a Bachelor of Science (Hons) Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent with at least an upper second class (2.1) degree classification, a Mine Blasting License. One (1) year industrial experience in the mining industry will be an added advantage. The candidate must be able to assist in research, support field wok and assist in conducting practicals.
DEPARTMENT OF METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer/ Associate Professor/ Full Professor (1 Post): Fuels and Energy
Applicants must have a BSc (Hons) Degree in Fuels and Energy or equivalent with at least an upper second (2.1) degree classification and a Master’s Degree in Fuels and Energy, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Mineral Processing. A relevant PhD qualification and teaching experience at a university will be an added advantage. The successful candidate will be expected to teach at least three of the following modules in the Metallurgical Engineering Department: Fuels, Energy and Environment, Heat and Mass Transfer and Electrical Principles. The successful candidate will be expected to actively engage in research and innovation activities in his/her area of specialisation leading to tangible products and services.
Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer/ Associate Professor/ Full Professor (2 Posts) : Metallurgical Engineering
Applicants must have a BSc (Hons) Degree in Metallurgical Engineering with at least an upper second (2.1) degree classification and a Master’s Degree in Metallurgical Engineering. A relevant PhD qualification and a teaching experience at a university will be an added advantage. The successful candidate will be expected to actively engage in research and innovation activities in his/her area of specialisation leading to tangible products and services.
Duties and Responsibilities of a Lecturer Post
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Contribute significantly to the teaching, research, curriculum development, innovation, and industrialisation activities.
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Participate in community outreach activities.
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Participate in University income generating projects.
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Supervise students’ research projects.
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Participate in the invigilation of examinations.
DEPARTMENT OF GEOMATICS AND SURVEYING - [More than 1 vacancy click to view]
Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer/ Associate Professor/ Full Professor (2 Posts) : Surveying or Geomatics and Surveying
Applicants must have a BSc (Hons) Degree or equivalent in Surveying or Geomatics and Surveying with at least an upper second (2.1) degree classification and a Master’s Degree in Surveying or Geomatics and Surveying. A PhD qualification in Surveying or Geomatics and Surveying and a teaching experience at a university will be an added advantage. The candidate should be able to teach any three of the following modules: Engineering Survey, land Law, Rural and Spatial Planning, Hydrographic Surveying, Surveying CAD, Environmental design/planning, Mine Survey, Cadastral Survey, Surveying CAD, and Survey Computations. The successful candidate will be expected to actively engage in research and innovation activities in her/his area of specialisation leading to tangible products and services.
Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer/ Associate Professor/ Full Professor (1 Post) : Geophysics
Applicants must have a BSc (Hons) Degree or equivalent with at least an upper second (2.1) degree classification in Geophysics and a Master’s Degree in Geophysics. A relevant PhD qualification and a teaching experience at a university will be an added advantage. The candidate should be able to teach the following modules: Physical Geodesy, Satellite Geodesy, and Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS). The successful candidate will be expected to actively engage in research and innovation activities in her/his area of specialisation leading to tangible products and services.
Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer/ Associate Professor/ Full Professor (1 Post) : Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing, or Surveying and Geomatics
Applicants must have a BSc (Hons) Degree or equivalent with at least an upper second (2.1) degree classification in Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing, or Surveying and Geomatics and a Master’s Degree in Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing, or Geo-informatics and Earth Observation. A relevant PhD qualification and a teaching experience at a university will be an added advantage. The candidate should be able to teach the following modules: Cartography and Introduction to GIS, GIS data structures and algorithms, Photogrammetry and remote sensing, Spatial analysis, and, Applied remote sensing. The successful candidate will be expected to actively engage in research and innovation activities in her/his area of specialisation leading to tangible products and services.
Duties and Responsibilities of a Lecturer Post
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Contribute significantly to the teaching, research, curriculum development, innovation, and industrialisation activities.
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Participate in community outreach activities.
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Participate in University income generating projects.
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Supervise students’ research projects.
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Participate in the invigilation of examinations.
FACULTY OF NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AND
AGRICULTURE
DEPARTMENT OF HORTICULTURE AND CROP PRODUCTION - Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Full Professor (1 Post)
CROP PRODUCTION- Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Full Professor (1 Post)
AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS - Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer/ Associate Professor/ Full Professor (1 Post)
Applicants must be holders of at least a Master of Science degree in Agricultural Economics or related fields from a recognized University and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) Degree in Agricultural Economics or related fields, with considerable University teaching experience. A PhD in Agricultural Economics is an added advantage. The applicant should be able to teach Agricultural Economics related modules and any other modules as assigned by the Department board.
HOW TO APPLY FOR ACADEMIC POSTS
Conditions of Service
Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits are offered. The information on salary and other
benefits will be made available to the short-listed candidates.
Duties and Responsibilities of a Lecturer Post
Contribute significantly to the teaching, research, curriculum development, innovation, and industrialization activities.
Participate in community outreach activities.
Participate in income generating activities.
Supervise student projects.
Applications
Soft copies in a single continuous PDF file of each of the following: application letter,
certified copies of educational and professional certificates, national identity card, birth
certificate and curriculum vitae giving full personal particulars including full name, place and
date of birth, qualifications and previous employment and experience, present salary, date of
availability, telephone number, email address, names and addresses of three referees
including email addresses should be sent to deputy.registrar@gsu.ac.zw or hand delivered to:
The Deputy Registrar
Human Resources Section
Gwanda State University
Epoch Mine Campus
P O Box 30
Filabusi
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
