Lecturer II (Human Nutrition & Dietetics): CONUASS 3
Human Nutrition & Dietetics
Academic
Lecturer I
Maximum Available Vacancies
3 Positions
Application Deadline
February 01, 2026
Experience Required
At least three (3) years post-PhD or equivalent ac...
1. JOB IDENTIFICATION
Job Identification
Lecturer II (Human Nutrition & Dietetics): CONUASS 3
Job Type
Academic
Department
Human Nutrition & Dietetics
Maximum Available Vacancies
3 Positions
2. JOB PURPOSE
Lecturer II is the first independent nutrition-dietetics academic rank, expected to own undergraduate courses, lead practicals/fieldwork, initiate research, and translate nutrition science into measurable health and food-system outcomes.
The job’s purpose is to independently teach undergraduate HNDt courses, initiate credible research, contribute to innovation and community nutrition impact, and support academic governance in line with UAST and NUC standards.
3. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Teaching & Practical Leadership:
- Independently teach assigned HNDt courses; design course outlines and assessments compliant with C-CMAS.
- Lead dietary assessment labs, counselling simulations and field practicums.
- Supervise undergraduate projects.
2. Research & Scholarship:
- Conduct independent or collaborative research; publish scholarly outputs; present at conferences.
- Contribute to funded/applied research (nutrition interventions, food systems, diet-related NCDs).
3. Innovation & Community Impact:
- Lead/co-lead community nutrition programmes, digital nutrition education, or food-system pilots.
4. Academic Service & QA:
- Serve on committees; support curriculum review and accreditation.
4. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Human Nutrition/Dietetics or Senate-approved cognate with demonstrable nutrition focus.
A minimum of two (2) publications, at least one (1) in a peer-reviewed journal.
Declared innovations (validated tools, curricula, digital platforms, product research under regulatory pathways) are advantageous.
Active membership of recognised nutrition/dietetics professional bodies (status declared).
4.1 Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)
PhD in Human Nutrition/Dietetics or Senate-approved cognate with demonstrable nutrition focus.
5. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
At least three (3) years post-PhD or equivalent academic/practice experience.
6. REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Independent teaching; research initiation; community engagement; data analysis; ethics; digital readiness.
7. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Evidence-based judgement and professional integrity.
Leadership in practical and community learning environments.
Mentorship disposition and teamwork.
Cultural competence in diet counselling and education.
Commitment to Africa-relevant nutrition solutions.
8. CAREER STRUCTURE
Lecturer I