Role overview
What you'll be stepping into
he Agriculture Lecturer is responsible for delivering instruction in Agriculture, conducting practical sessions, and contributing to research and curriculum development.
Teaching and Learning: Prepare and deliver engaging lectures, seminars, and practical sessions in Agriculture, covering topics such as crop production, animal husbandry, soil science, agribusiness, and sustainable farming practices.
Practical Instruction: Organize and supervise hands-on practical sessions, including field demonstrations, farm visits, and agricultural experiments to reinforce theoretical concepts and develop students' practical skills.
Student Supervision and Mentorship: Supervise and mentor undergraduate and postgraduate students in their research projects, practicum, and dissertations related to Agriculture. Provide academic guidance to support their professional development.
Assessment and Evaluation: Set, administer, and grade assignments, practical reports, tests, and examinations, providing timely and constructive feedback. Conduct continuous assessments and end-of-semester examinations to evaluate student progress.
Research and Scholarship: Conduct research in Agriculture and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals. Seek external research funding and contribute to the body of knowledge in the field.
Farm Management: Oversee and contribute to the management of university demonstration farms to provide practical learning opportunities for students.
Curriculum Development: Contribute to the design, review, and improvement of the Agriculture curriculum to ensure it meets national and international standards.
Community Engagement: Engage with farmers, agricultural organizations, and relevant stakeholders to promote agricultural innovation and extension services.
Academic Service: Participate in departmental and faculty meetings, serve on academic committees, and contribute to the overall development of the department.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: postgraduate degree
Job application procedure
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Candidates should submit 5 hard copies of the application in a sealed application pack containing copies of the following:
Application letter; the subject line must indicate the position applied for and Job Reference Number;
Detailed and up-to-date signed CV including working contact details and names and contact details of three referees (Academic, Professional and Personal), one of whom must be either your present or most recent employer. The referees should be advised to send confidential references directly.
Certified copies of Academic Transcripts and Certificates;
All foreign Academic qualifications must be EQUATED with the National Council of Higher Education (NCHE)
A copy of the National Identity Card;
Copies of previous appointment letters MUST be attached;
Serving Officers MUST attach their current payslips
The envelope should be clearly marked “Application for the post of ……… as indicated above.
Incorrectly addressed applications and those without the above attachments shall be rejected.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE a) Candidates should submit 5 hard copies of the application in a sealed application pack containing copies of the following: b) Application letter; the subject line must indicate the position applied for and Job Reference Number; c) Detailed and up-to-date signed CV including working contact details and names and contact details of three referees (Academic, Professional and Personal), one of whom must be either your present or most recent employer. The referees should be advised to send confidential references directly to the email address jobs@unite.ac.ug. d) Certified copies of Academic Transcripts and Certificates; 3 e) All foreign Academic qualifications must be EQUATED with the National Council of Higher Education (NCHE) f) A copy of the National Identity Card; g) Copies of previous appointment letters MUST be attached; h) Serving Officers MUST attach their current payslips i) The envelope should be clearly marked “Application for the post of ……… as indicated above. j) Incorrectly addressed applications and those without the above attachments shall be rejected. 1. Age Limit: The applicant should be aged at most Forty -five (45) years or below at the time of application except for the post of Dean of Students which is fifty-five (55) years and below 2. Tenure of Appointment: Appointments for Salary Scales PU1 to PU3 are issued on a contract basis. For Salary Scales PU4 to PU15, appointments are permanent, subject to the successful completion of a six-month probationary period. 3. Details of the Job Description and Person Specification can be accessed on the Institute’s website www.unite.ac.ug 4. Applications should be delivered physically to the undersigned not later than 18th August, 2026 at 5.00 pm. East African Tim
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