Posted Jan 16, 2026
Deadline: Jan 31, 2026
NUST Campus

LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR MATHEMATICS POST (1 POST)

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Position Overview

The University seeks to recruit one (1) highly qualified candidate for the position of Lecturer / Senior Lectuer / Associate Professor in Mathematics within the Department of Applied Mathematics, Faculty of Applied Sciences.All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Applications, which should include 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 939 Ascot Bulawayo, ZIMBABWE The National University of Science and Technology is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply. The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 31 January, 2026. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

Qualifications Required

Applicants must have a minimum qualification of an MSc Degree in Mathematics/ Applied Mathematics.

Skills & Competencies

The successful candidate will be expected to teach a wide variety of courses on the BSc (Honours) in Applied Mathematics Programme and any two of the following courses in MSc in Applied Mathematical Modelling; Functional Analysis, Stochastic differential equations and Variational Calculus. Teaching experience in any of the above areas, a PhD in any of the above fields and record of publishing are added advantages.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to teach a wide variety of courses on the BSc (Honours) in Applied Mathematics Programme and any two of the following courses in MSc in Applied Mathematical Modelling; Functional Analysis, Stochastic differential equations and Variational Calculus. Teaching experience in any of the above areas, a PhD in any of the above fields and record of publishing are added advantages.

Terms & Conditions

An attractive package which includes Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits is offered; details will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.