Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Soroti University is a Public University in Uganda located in Soroti City, Eastern Uganda Seven (7) kilometres along Soroti-Katakwi- Moroto Road. The University Secretary hereby invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the vacant posts listed below that exist in the University.

Purpose of the Job

To teach, supervise, promote research, disseminate research findings, and participate in Community Service.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• PhD in Clinical Chemistry, or PhD in Molecular Biology & Bioinformatics, or PhD in Biotechnology.
• Master’s degree in Clinical Chemistry or Master’s degree in Molecular Biology & Bioinformatics or Master’s degree in Molecular Biology & Biotechnology.
• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science or Bachelor of Biomedical Laboratory Technology or Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology.
• MUST be registered with the Allied Health Professions Council.

Experience needed

• At least three (3) years’ teaching at the level of Lecturer in an Institution of Higher Learning, or three (3) years of research in a reputable organization or 3 years of Health practice.
• Evidence of research in the relevant field with at least three (3) newly recognized publications within the last five years in peer reviewed journals, a book, or book chapters with ISBN Numbers
• Evidence of supervision of graduate students to completion.
• Evidence of community contribution.

Responsibilities or duties

• Teaching and assessing undergraduate and postgraduate students according to set guidelines of the University.
• Mentoring students.
• Conducting research.
• Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
• Offering community service.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

• NOTE: 1) Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 2) Soroti University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants are required to submit six (6) copies of the letter of application together with up-to-date Curriculum Vitae, a copy of the National Identity card or Passport biodata page, certified copies of academic and professional qualifications, appointment letters where applicable, and letters of reference should be submitted to the Central Registry, Multipurpose Block, level 2, Room 208 OR through postage addressed to:

The University Secretary,
Soroti University,
P.O Box 211,
Soroti,Uganda.

Or scan the letter of application together with up-to-date Curriculum Vitae, a copy of the National Identity card or Passport biodata page, certified copies of academic and professional qualifications, appointment letters where applicable, and letters of reference as one PDF file and send to the link

All applications should provide names, addresses, telephone contacts and addresses of two referees, one of whom should be the previous or current employer or supervisor.

Job description and person specification are available on the Soroti University website

CLOSING DATE: 27th March 2026, 5:00PM EAT