Job Position Details


Assistant Professor


Chemistry

,

College of Science


Opening Date

01-07-2019

Closing Date

30-04-2020

Job Category

Academic

Employment Type

Full Time


Specialization

Minimum Experience

2 Years

Minimum Qualification

Phd

Duties

Applicants should demonstrate excellence in teaching and research. Successful candidates are expected to:

  • Teach both undergraduate and postgraduate level courses.
  • Supervise both undergraduate and postgraduate projects.
  • Engage in scholarly research activities leading to publications in refereed international journals.
  • Play an important role in research, curriculum development, graduate supervision and attracting research funding.

Requirements

Suitably qualified candidates are expected to have a PhD degree in Organic Chemistry or Bioorganic Chemistry with experience in organic synthesis and active research interest preferably in the areas of enzyme-activity and inhibitory activities as well as enzyme stereochemistry and mechanism. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with NMR spectroscopic techniques and applications involving structure-function studies of biomolecules such as proteins, carbohydrates and lipids. Candidates who will be able to take full advantage of the NMR facilities available in the College of Science are particularly encouraged to apply for this position. 

Benefits

  • Attractive tax-free base salary
  • Free furnished accommodation
  • A renewable contract
  • End-of-service gratuity
  • Subsidized schooling for up to two children
  • 60 days’ annual leave with return air tickets for the staff, eligible spouse and three children below 18 years
  • Free medical services in government hospitals in country.