PROFESSOR / SENIOR LECTURER / LECTURER – FACULTY OF COMMERCE AND FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES (VOLUNTEER)

OVERVIEW

McClintock University (MU) is a fully online higher education institution established in 2023 and officially approved and registered by the Government of Malawi in January 2026.

The University aims to advance knowledge, develop leadership capacity, and contribute to societal transformation through accessible, ethical, and research-informed education. Guided by the values of truth, integrity, transparency, love, and unity, MU emphasises character formation alongside academic excellence, with a particular focus on leadership and community development.

McClintock University invites applications from qualified academics and professionals from Malawi and other African countries to serve as Professors, Senior Lecturers, or Lecturers in the Faculty of Commerce and the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities.

JOB TYPE: Part Time – Volunteer (Unpaid)

MODE OF WORK: 100% Online

Application Deadline: Friday, 20th November, 2026, at 17:00 hours

AVAILABLE POSITIONS

1. Professor – Faculty of Commerce
2. Senior Lecturer – Faculty of Commerce
3. Lecturer – Faculty of Commerce
4. Professor – Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
5. Senior Lecturer – Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
6. Lecturer – Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities

JOB SUMMARY

The successful candidates will contribute their knowledge, skills, time, and expertise to teaching and mentoring learners while supporting the University's mission of developing future leaders and contributing to Africa's transformation.

Faculty members will design and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses, develop syllabi and teaching materials, conduct lectures and seminars, supervise student research, assess academic performance, and participate in curriculum development and university activities.

Important: These are unpaid volunteer positions. No salary or other payment will be made. Volunteers are expected to provide their own resources, including internet access and textbooks, as needed to deliver lessons in accordance with University requirements.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Academic Qualifications and Experience:

Applicants should possess the following:

• An advanced academic qualification, preferably a PhD, with a minimum of a relevant Master's degree in Commerce, Business, Economics, Management, Social Sciences, Humanities, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated competence in higher education teaching, including curriculum design, course-material development, and the use of diverse instructional methods.
• Proven ability to conduct scholarly research, publish in reputable journals, and contribute to academic discourse in the relevant field.
• Strong academic writing, critical-thinking, and analytical reasoning skills.
• Ability to guide students in research, academic projects, and professional development.
• Experience in student advising, thesis or dissertation supervision, departmental administration, and quality assurance processes.
• Ability to integrate technology into teaching and learning, including learning management systems and online educational tools.
• Relevant industry, consulting, or community development experience will be an added advantage.

Personal Specification:

The ideal candidates should demonstrate:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to teach and support students from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to ethical conduct and high academic standards.
• Commitment to McClintock University's values of truth, integrity, transparency, love, and unity.
• Dedication to transformative education, leadership development, and community development.
• Willingness to contribute time, skills, and personal resources to volunteer academic work.

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Faculty members will be responsible for:

1. Designing and delivering undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
2. Developing syllabi, teaching materials, and other academic resources.
3. Conducting lectures, seminars, and tutorials in line with University standards.
4. Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate student projects, research, dissertations, and theses, subject to qualifications and University requirements.
5. Providing academic advising, mentoring, and professional guidance to students.
6. Assessing student performance and maintaining accurate academic records.
7. Conducting scholarly research and contributing to academic publications.
8. Participating in curriculum development, programme reviews, and quality assurance activities.
9. Serving on departmental and University committees where required.
10. Supporting community engagement initiatives and leadership development.
11. Collaborating with colleagues to improve teaching quality and academic outcomes.
12. Pursuing continuous professional development and upholding high ethical and educational standards.

BENEFITS OF JOINING MCCLINTOCK UNIVERSITY

Although these are unpaid volunteer positions, successful candidates may benefit from the following opportunities:

• Research Supervision: Opportunities to supervise and mentor undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• International Academic Networking: Opportunities to connect and collaborate with academics, researchers, and professionals in Malawi, across Africa, and internationally.
• Publication Opportunities: Eligible faculty members may have opportunities to publish scholarly articles through McClintock University Press and research initiatives supported by the McClintock University Research Ethics Committee (MUREC), subject to applicable editorial, peer-review, and research ethics requirements.
• Research Collaboration: Opportunities to co-author publications, participate in academic projects, and develop research partnerships.
• Academic Career Development: Opportunities to strengthen teaching portfolios and gain experience in curriculum development, academic leadership, student mentorship, and research supervision.
• Curriculum and Programme Development: Opportunities to contribute to the design, review, and improvement of academic programmes and learning materials.
• Professional Recognition and Institutional Service: Opportunities to contribute to the development of a growing higher education institution.
• Community Impact: Opportunities to share knowledge, mentor emerging professionals, and support leadership development.
• Flexible Academic Collaboration: Opportunities to contribute expertise through online teaching, research, mentorship, and other agreed academic activities.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

• A cover letter indicating the position being applied for.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.

Application Form: https://forms.gle/96Bx8pVd47UGWFPg6

For enquiries: apply.muedu@gmail.com

Closing Date: Friday, 20th November, 2026, at 17:00 hours

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

University Website: https://mcclintockuniversity.com/