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Great Zimbabwe University- GZU offers a full-time teaching position for a Physical Chemistry specialist. This role suits academics with expertise in applied chemistry, chemical reaction engineering,…
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Great Zimbabwe University- GZU offers a full-time teaching position for a Physical Chemistry specialist. This role suits academics with expertise in applied chemistry, chemical reaction engineering, and spectroscopic methods who possess university-level teaching experience. The successful candidate will deliver instruction to undergraduate and postgraduate students, develop curriculum materials meeting ZIMCHE standards, supervise student projects, and engage in research and community outreach initiatives.
Job Description
Great Zimbabwe University- GZU offers a full-time teaching position for a Physical Chemistry specialist. This role suits academics with expertise in applied chemistry, chemical reaction engineering, and spectroscopic methods who possess university-level teaching experience. The successful candidate will deliver instruction to undergraduate and postgraduate students, develop curriculum materials meeting ZIMCHE standards, supervise student projects, and engage in research and community outreach initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Deliver instruction for undergraduate and postgraduate modules for a minimum of 12 hours per week
- Design and update modules, course materials, outlines, and e-learning resources meeting ZIMCHE criteria
- Prepare, moderate, grade, and oversee coursework and examinations based on university policy
- Oversee student dissertations, research projects, and practical work placements
- Perform research and release peer-reviewed publications in recognized journals
- Engage in community outreach programs connecting academic knowledge to local issues
- Design creative instructional techniques, patents, prototypes, or educational programmes
- Translate research findings into practical software, applications, or business strategies
- Turn developed innovations into marketable commercial products and services
- Take part in departmental and school revenue-generating activities
- Contribute to various departmental, school, and institutional committees
- Execute additional tasks designated by the Chairperson, Dean, or university leadership
Requirements
- Hold a Master degree in Applied Chemistry or a related field
- Hold a relevant undergraduate degree with a minimum 2.1 classification
- Possess teaching background at the tertiary or university level
- Acquire a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher and Tertiary Education within three years if not already held
Qualifications
- Hold a Doctoral degree in Applied Chemistry or an equivalent qualification
- Demonstrate ongoing progress toward completing a relevant Doctoral degree
- Possess a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher and Tertiary Education
- Have postgraduate training, research, or teaching background focused on Physical Chemistry, Chemical Reaction Engineering, or Spectroscopy
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What is the employment type for this position?
This is a full-time teaching post.
What are the educational requirements for applicants?
Applicants must hold a relevant first degree with at least an upper second (2.1) classification and a Master degree in Applied Chemistry or equivalent. A Doctoral degree in Applied Chemistry or equivalent is required, though candidates showing progress toward a relevant Doctoral degree will also be considered.
Is teaching experience mandatory?
Yes, teaching experience at the tertiary or university level is mandatory for this role.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline is 08/11/2026.
What salary and location details are provided?
The posting does not specify the salary or the exact geographic location.
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