VACANT LECTURESHIP AND TECHNICAL POSITIONS IN THE FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY The University seeks to recruit applicants with requisite qualifications, skills and experience for the following posts in the Faculty of Applied Science: -
Department of Applied Chemistry TECHNICIAN/SENIOR TECHNICIAN(1 POST)
Duties and Responsibilities
The job will involve setting up equipment, apparatus and preparation of reagents for laboratory practical work for students. Assist Academics in supervision and demonstration of practicals. Assist and supervise students during laboratory work for research projects. Prepare materials, test samples and perform sample analysis for research for Academic staff and Consultancy work. The candidate will be expected to operate, demonstrate, care, maintain laboratory equipment and maintain a safe work environment.
Qualifications and Experience
Department of Applied Chemistry Applicants must possess a minimum of National Diploma in Chemical Technology or equivalent and 1 year post qualification experience in a similar environment. Experience of working with AAS and UV-VIS Spectrophotometer is a must. A working knowledge of HPLC, GC or FTIR will be an added advantage.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE An attractive package which includes Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits is offered; details of which will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.
How to Apply
All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Applications, which should include a Curriculum Vitae (giving full personal particulars of applicant, including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, employment and experience, present salary, telephone numbers and the names, addresses (including e-mail) and telephone numbers of three contactable referees) and copies of certificates must be addressed to:
The Senior Assistant Registrar Human Resources Department National University of Science and Technology P O Box AC 939Ascot Bulawayo, ZIMBABWE
And e-mailed to: [email protected] in a single pdf file clearly indicating the position being applied for in the subject line.
The National University of Science and Technology is an equal opportunity employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 14 November, 2025.
