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Great Zimbabwe University- GZUGeography And Environmental Science (1 Post) - Full Time Teaching Post
Great Zimbabwe University is seeking a full-time academic for a Geography And Environmental Science teaching position. This role involves instructing university students, conducting research, and participating…
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Great Zimbabwe University is seeking a full-time academic for a Geography And Environmental Science teaching position. This role involves instructing university students, conducting research, and participating in departmental committees and community outreach initiatives. The successful candidate will teach a minimum of 12 hours per week, covering topics such as Geomorphology, Environmental Economics, Biogeography, Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security, and Urban Spaces. Additional duties include developing curriculum materials, supervising student research…
Job Description
Great Zimbabwe University is seeking a full-time academic for a Geography And Environmental Science teaching position. This role involves instructing university students, conducting research, and participating in departmental committees and community outreach initiatives.
The successful candidate will teach a minimum of 12 hours per week, covering topics such as Geomorphology, Environmental Economics, Biogeography, Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security, and Urban Spaces. Additional duties include developing curriculum materials, supervising student research projects and dissertations, administering examinations, and engaging in innovation and commercialization activities.
Responsibilities
- Deliver instruction for undergraduate and postgraduate courses for at least 12 hours weekly as assigned by the department head
- Create and update course materials, modules, and e-learning content meeting ZIMCHE standards
- Prepare, moderate, and grade student assessments and exams following institutional policy
- Oversee student dissertations, research projects, and work-related learning placements
- Produce and publish peer-reviewed academic papers in recognized journals
- Take part in university committees and community outreach programs
- Design creative works, patents, or innovative teaching approaches and convert research into commercial goods and services
Requirements
- Hold a Master of Science in Geography and Environmental Science
- Hold a relevant undergraduate degree with an upper second class division standing
- Demonstrate active progress toward obtaining a Doctoral degree if a doctorate is not yet completed
Qualifications
- Hold a Doctoral degree in Geography and Environmental Science
- Possess a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher and Tertiary Education
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What is the employment type for this position?
This is a full-time teaching position.
What educational background is required?
Applicants must have a Master of Science in Geography and Environmental Science and a relevant first degree with an upper second class classification. Candidates showing progress toward a Doctoral degree will also be considered.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline to submit applications is August 11, 2026.
Are salary and benefits specified in the posting?
The job posting does not provide details regarding salary or employee benefits.
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