OVERVIEW

The Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill various academic positions across different faculties.

Successful candidates will be expected to contribute to teaching, research, consultancy, and community engagement within their respective fields of expertise.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS

FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Animal Health and Welfare

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Animal Science for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in Animal Science for Lecturer and above.

• Applicants must be practicing and registered Veterinarians.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Beef and Dairy Production

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Animal Science majoring in Beef and Dairy Production for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in Animal Science for Lecturer and above.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Animal Science

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Animal Science majoring in Animal Breeding or Livestock Production for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in Animal Science for Lecturer and above.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Environmental Engineering

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Environmental Engineering or related field for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in Environmental Engineering or related field for Lecturer and above.

FACULTY OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Accounting

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Accounting for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in Accounting for Lecturer and above.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Agribusiness Management

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Agribusiness Management for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in Agribusiness Management for Lecturer and above.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Development Finance

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Development Finance or Finance for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in Development Finance for Lecturer and above.

• Applicants should be proficient in teaching areas including Marketing and Market Research, Product Development for Microfinance Institutions, Quantitative Methods, Microfinance and Development, Digital Finance, and Micro and Small Enterprise.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Human Resource Management

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in Human Resource Management for Lecturer and above.

1. Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Development Economics

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Development Economics for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in Development Economics for Lecturer and above.

• Applicants should be proficient in teaching Macro Economic Theory, Institutional and Behavioral Economics, and Economic Growth and Development.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Data Science

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Data Science for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in Data Science for Lecturer and above.

• Applicants should be proficient in Robotics, Big Data Analytics, Machine Learning, and Statistical Programming.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Agricultural and Applied Economics

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Agricultural and Applied Economics for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in Agricultural and Applied Economics for Lecturer and above.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Language and Communication

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics for Lecturer and above.

• Candidates must have a background in Education.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Journalism

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies, or Communication Studies for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in related fields for Lecturer and above.

FACULTY OF FOOD AND HUMAN SCIENCES

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Social Work and Youth Development

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD for Lecturer and above.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Human Ecology

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Human Ecology or related field for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD for Lecturer and above.

FACULTY OF LIFE SCIENCES AND NATURAL RESOURCES

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Food Science and Technology

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Food Science and Technology for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD for Lecturer and above.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Crop Production

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Agriculture, Crop Production, or Agronomy for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD for Lecturer and above.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Biology

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Biological Sciences for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD for Lecturer and above.

• Candidates should be proficient in General Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Zoology, Botany, Ecology, and Biochemistry.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Physics

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Physics for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in Physics for Lecturer and above.

• Candidates should be proficient in Mechanics, Quantum Physics, Electromagnetism, and Thermodynamics.

1. Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer/Staff Associate in Computer Science

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering for Assistant Lecturer level and a PhD in Computer Science or Software Engineering for Lecturer and above.

• Applicants should be proficient in Algorithms, Data Structures, Modern Programming Languages, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, and Software Engineering.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

• Prepare course syllabi, lesson plans, and teaching materials.

• Conduct lectures, seminars, workshops, and tutorials.

• Assess student performance through assignments, examinations, and projects.

• Participate in curriculum development and improvement.

• Conduct research and publish findings in academic journals.

• Seek research funding and manage research projects.

• Supervise student research projects, theses, and dissertations.

• Provide academic mentorship and career guidance.

• Participate in community engagement activities.

• Support quality assurance activities.

• Develop grant proposals and conduct consultancy activities.

• Participate in departmental and university committees.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Staff Associate applicants must have a first degree in a related field with at least a Credit from a recognized university.

• Candidates completing their Master’s Degree must indicate progress towards completion and expected completion date.

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience, preferably teaching at university level or developing curricula in related fields.

• Applicants for Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor, and Professor positions must provide evidence of publications in recognized peer-reviewed journals and ability to attract research funds.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Successful candidates will initially be engaged on a two-year contract.

• Permanent appointment may be considered based on satisfactory performance and meeting LUANAR Staff Regulations and Conditions of Service (2023).

• Remuneration will be in line with LUANAR Staff Regulations and Conditions of Service (2023).

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should submit:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).

• Names and contact details of three traceable referees, including a current employer where applicable.

• Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications.

The position title must be indicated on the envelope.

Applications should be sent to:

The University Registrar

Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR)

P.O. Box 219

Lilongwe

For inquiries:

+265 880 414 120

+265 888 138 749

Closing Date:

31st July 2026

Important Information:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

• LUANAR is an equal opportunity employer.

• Female candidates are encouraged to apply.