Vacancy title:
Associate Professor – Sociology (Sociology of Development)

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Teachers & Education]

Jobs at:
Kyambogo University

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, April 30 2025

Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, March 31 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Department: Sociology

Faculty: Social Sciences

Specialization: Sociology of Development

Salary Scale: M4

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Summary:

The Associate Professor in Sociology of Development will provide academic leadership in teaching, research, and supervision. The role involves mentoring junior staff, developing research programs, and engaging in policy-related research.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Teaching & Academic Leadership
   • Deliver high-level lectures in Sociology of Development.
   • Develop and refine course materials in alignment with current global trends.
   • Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students.
2. Research & Publications
   • Lead research initiatives and publish in high-impact journals.
   • Secure research grants and collaborate with national and international research institutions.
3. Student Mentorship & Supervision
   • Guide PhD and Master’s students in their research.
   • Offer career and academic mentorship to students.
4. Curriculum & Program Development
   • Lead the review and enhancement of Sociology of Development programs.
   • Introduce interdisciplinary and contemporary approaches to the subject.
5. University & Public Engagement
   • Serve in faculty committees and advisory boards.
   • Collaborate with policymakers and civil society organizations on development research.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• A PhD in Sociology with a focus on Sociology of Development.
• At least 5 years of university teaching experience at the senior level.
• A strong publication record in recognized journals.
• Proven experience in securing and managing research grants.
• Excellent leadership and mentorship skills.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: postgraduate degree

Job application procedure
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• Interested candidates should submit their applications in triplicate to the Director, Human Resources, Kyambogo University, P.O. Box 1, Kyambogo, Kampala, Uganda, not later than 30th April 2025.
• Applications should include:
• A completed application form (downloadable from the University website: www.kyu.ac.ug).
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Certified copies of academic certificates and transcripts.
• Three recent passport-size photographs.
• A copy of the National ID or Passport.
• Three reference letters from persons familiar with the candidate’s academic and professional work.
• Applications can also be submitted electronically (in PDF format).
• For detailed job descriptions and person specifications, visit the Kyambogo University website: kyu.ac.ug.

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