Assistant Lecturer (Public Health) at University of Agriculture, Science, and Technology (UAST) - 2 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: Assistant Lecturer (Public Health)

Location: Ihugh, Benue
Department: Public Health
Slot: 2 Openings

Job Purpose

• The Assistant Lecturer in Public Health is a population-health scholar in formation, trained to integrate epidemiology, prevention science, social determinants of health, environmental sustainability and community engagement, while being groomed for advanced scholarship and leadership in African public health systems
•  The job purpose is to support undergraduate teaching, fieldwork and community-based learning in Public Health, participate in research and surveillance activities, and pursue advanced academic development towards independent lecturing responsibilities.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Teaching & Academic Support
• Fieldwork, Community & Practice Support
• Research & Capacity Development
• Academic Service & Ethics

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree (MPH or MSc Public Health) or closely related discipline [Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Environmental Health, Health Promotion, Health Policy & Management, Clinical Psychology (Behavioural & Mental Health Track); or, Medical Sociology (Health Behaviour & Psychosocial Sciences)
• Evidence of readiness and commitment to pursue a PhD in Public Health.
• Evidence of research exposure, field reports or programme evaluations is an advantage.

Minimum Experience Requirement:

• 3 years relevant experience (academic, NGO, public health programmes, research or community health practice).
• Student/Associate membership of recognised public health or health-related professional bodies encouraged.

Required Skills And Competencies:

• Foundational epidemiologic reasoning; basic biostatistics; community engagement skills; data literacy; teamwork.

Personal Attributes:
Candidates must demonstrate:

• Commitment to prevention-oriented, population-based health thinking.
• Sensitivity to community dynamics, culture and social determinants of health.
• Ethical responsibility in fieldwork, data handling and community engagement.
• Willingness to learn, adapt and serve in resource-constrained settings.
• Alignment with UAST values of Excellence, Relevance and Legacy.

Salary
CONUASS 2.

Application Closing Date
1st February, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online