Lecturer II (Medical Laboratory Science) at University of Agriculture, Science, and Technology (UAST) - 3 Openings

The University of Agriculture, Science, and Technology (UAST), Ihugh, Benue State is a world-class institution dedicated to research, innovation, and student success. It was founded on the principles of academic excellence, ethical integrity, and meaningful development. We are committed to fostering a holistic educational learning experience that nurtures critical thinking, innovation, and problem solving

UAST is a traiblazing institution at the forefront of innovation, academic excellence, and smart campus development. Leveraging advanced digital infrastructure. AI-driven learning systems, and integrated IoTsolutions, we empower students with state-of-art technology, fostering a dynamic and future-ready academic enviroment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Lecturer II (Medical Laboratory Science) 

Location: Ihugh, Benue
Department: Public Health
Slot: 3 Openings

Job Purpose

• Lecturer II represents the first independent diagnostic-academic rank, expected to own undergraduate courses, lead laboratory practicals, initiate research, and strengthen diagnostic capacity relevant to African disease burdens.
• The purpose of this job is to independently deliver undergraduate teaching and laboratory instruction, initiate scholarly research, contribute to diagnostic innovation and community health impact, and participate in academic administration in line with NUC and MLSCN standards.

Key Duties And Responsibilities
Teaching & Laboratory Leadership:

• Independently teach assigned MLS courses (theory and laboratory).
• Design course outlines, practicals, assessments and competency checklists compliant with C-CMAS/MLSCN. 
• Supervise undergraduate projects and laboratory competencies.:

Research & Scholarship:

•  Conduct independent or collaborative research in diagnostic sciences. - Publish scholarly articles; present at conferences; contribute to funded/applied research.

 Innovation & Community/Diagnostic Impact:

• Lead or co-lead diagnostic QA/QC projects, disease surveillance studies, method validation or digital laboratory initiatives. - Support skills-lab upgrades and teaching innovation.  

Academic Service & QA:

• Serve on departmental/school committees; support accreditation and quality assurance.
• Uphold professional ethics, biosafety and data integrity.

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in Medical Laboratory Science or Senate-approved cognate (biomedical diagnostics) 
• Current MLSCN practising licence
• Minimum: Two (2) scholarly publications, at least one (1) in a peer-reviewed journal.

Minimum Experience Requirement:

• At least three (3) years post-PhD or equivalent diagnostic-academic experience. Diagnostic innovations, validated methods, patents or datasets to be declared where applicable. - Active membership of recognised MLS/biomedical professional bodies (status declared).

Required Skills And Competencies:

• Independent teaching; laboratory leadership; research initiation; QA/QC mastery; digital diagnostics; ethics.

Personal Attributes:
Candidates must demonstrate:

• Professional Ethics & Integrity: strict adherence to diagnostic ethics, confidentiality, data integrity and patient safety.
• Accuracy & Attention to Detail: precision in laboratory work, result interpretation and documentation. . Biosafety & Quality Consciousness: strong commitment to safety protocols and QA/QC standards.
•  Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: sound diagnostic reasoning and scientific judgement. .
• Teaching & Mentorship Disposition: patience, clarity and commitment to developing competent laboratory scientists.
• Teamwork & Communication: effective collaboration with clinicians, scientists and students. Continuous Learning: openness to new diagnostic technologies and evidence-based practice.
• Digital & Innovation Readiness (UAST Signature): laboratory information systems, molecular diagnostics, automation.
• Africa-Centred Health Commitment: sensitivity to local disease profiles, resource constraints and public-health needs.

Salary
CONUASS 3.

Application Closing Date
1st February, 2026.