NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
The University seeks to recruit applicants with requisite qualifications, skills and experience for the following posts in the Faculty of Environmental Science: -
- LECTURESHIP/SENIOR LECTURESHIP/ASSOCIATE PROFESSORSHIP
(3 POSTS)
Department of Geospatial Science
POST A: GIS AND REMOTE SENSING APPLICATIONS
Applicants must hold a minimum qualification of MSc in GIS and Remote Sensing/GlS and
Earth Observation/Applied GIS and RS, a BSc Hons in Geography and Environmental Science/Geography and Population Studies/ BSc Hons Environmental Science/ BSc Hons in Ecology/Forestry/Wildlife Management. The successful applicant must be able to teach GIS and RS application courses for example Geographical Information Systems, Land Information Systems, Remote Sensing Applications in Natural Resources Management, Applied GIS and Remote Sensing for Biodiversity and Wildlife Management, Flood Management using GIS and Earth Observation, Applied GIS and Remote Sensing for Agriculture and Water Management.
POST B: GIS AND REMOTE SENSING APPLICATIONS
Applicants must hold a minimum qualification of MSc in GIS and Remote Sensing/ GIS and Earth Observation/Applied GIS and RS, a BSc Hons in Geography and Environmental Science/BSc Hons Environmental Science/ BSc Hons in Ecology/Forestry/Wildlife Management. The successful applicant must be able to teach Cartography, Geographical Information Systems, Remote Sensing, Hyperspectral Remote Sensing, GIS and Earth Observation Applications in Global Environmental Studies, GIS and Remote Sensing Project Planning and Management, and Mapping, Strategic Environmental Analysis (SEAN) and Visualization, and GIS and Remote Sensing in Drought Monitoring and Wildfire Management.
POST C: GIS AND REMOTE SENSING APPLICATIONS & WEB AND MOBILE GIS
Applicants must hold a minimum qualification of MSc in GIS and Remote Sensing/GlS and
Earth Observation/Applied GIS and Remote Sensing, a BSc Hons in Geography and Environmental Science/ Geography and Population Studies/BSc Hons Environmental Science/ BSc Hons in Ecology/Forestry/Wildlife Management. The successful candidate should be able to teach Web and Mobile GIS, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Systems, and GIS Algorithms and Programming. They should show an understanding of mobile GIS applications for data collection, mapping, and deployments. Demonstrate ability to develop Web and Mobile GIS architecture and applications as well as visualisation that is rich in interactive mobile GIS application.
- CHIEF TECHNICIAN (1 POST)
Faculty of Environmental Science
Applicants must have a relevant first degree in Information Technology/Computer Studies or
equivalent plus at least five years post qualification experience or a Master's Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent plus at least 2 years' post-qualification experience.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties and Responsibilities will include the following:
- Repairing and maintaining computer equipment in the Faculty of Environmental Science
- Computer Laboratory, selecting and purchasing equipment and consumables;
- Supervision of the technical section of the Faculty.
- Ensuring the security and safety of Laboratory Assets;
- Maintaining and controlling the inventory of Faculty Office assets and consumables and setting
- up and installing equipment and software in Laboratories and offices within the Faculty of Environmental Science;
- Providing first-line Information Technology related support to staff members and students in the Faculty.
Good technical trouble shooting, problem-solving and administrative skills are essential. Good interpersonal communication and student service skills are required.
- TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (1 POST)
Department of Geospatial Science
Applicants must possess at least 5 Ordinary Level passes including English Language plus a
Certificate in Geographical Information Systems, or a Certificate in Information Technology
or Computer Studies or equivalent qualification and at least one-year relevant experience in
field work' The candidate will be expected to assist in installation and maintenance of IoT
equipment and materials, assist in setting up experiments and demonstrations and assist in
creating a safe environment and proper handling of equipment and materials in the
demonstration sites.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
An attractive package which includes Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits is offered; details of which will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Applications, which should include a Curriculum Vitae (giving full personal particulars of applicant, including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, employment and experience, present salary, telephone numbers and the names, addresses (including e-mail) and telephone numbers of three contactable referees) and copies of certificates must be addressed to:
The Senior Assistant Registrar
Human Resources Department
National University of Science and Technology
P O Box AC 939Ascot
Bulawayo, ZIMBABWE
And e-mailed to:
The National University of Science and Technology is an equal opportunity employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 25 July, 2025.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.