The University for Development Studies, Tamale, hereby invites applications from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the following Schools/Faculty/Directorate of the University.

A.    School of Dentistry
B.    School of Veterinary Sciences 
C.    Faculty of Law
D.    Directorate of Information and Communication Technology 

A.    SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY    
The School is looking for qualified candidates for appointment as Professor, Associate Professor, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer and Assistant Lecturer in the following Departments; 

1. Biomaterial Science
2. Community & Preventive Dentistry
3. Restorative Dentistry
4. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
5. Oral Pathology & Oral Medicine
6. Orthodontics & Paedodontics

Job Functions/Responsibilities 
Successful candidates will be required to:

1. teach postgraduate and undergraduate courses in subject-specific areas 
2. supervise students’ research projects and theses and provide professional mentorship at all levels
3. develop and design curriculum for new programmes
4. conduct and publish scholarly research, attend conferences and attract grants
5. undertake any other academic/administrative task assigned by the University

Job Title and Qualification Requirement 

Professor
For appointment to the grade of Professor, an applicant must have:

1. PhD in any Dental Specialty or Oral Pathology or Fellow from a recognised University
2. served as Professor/Associate Professor in a comparable institution for a minimum of three (3) years.
3. minimum of fifteen (15) publications in high-impact journals.

Associate Professor
For appointment to the grade of Associate Professor, the applicant must have;

1. PhD in any Dental Specialty or Fellow from a recognised University 
2. served as Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer in a comparable institution for a minimum of four (4) years. 
3. minimum of ten (10) publications in high-impact journal

Senior Lecturer
For appointment to the grade of Senior Lecturer, an applicant must have;

1. PhD in any speciality of Dentistry or Fellow from a recognised institution 
2. served as Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in a comparable institution for a minimum of four (4) years. 
3. minimum of six (6) publications in high-impact journals.

Lecturer
For appointment to the grade of Lecturer, applicants must

1. have a PhD in any Dental Specialty or Member or Fellow from a recognised University. 
2. possess the relevant teaching, research, or other experience relevant to this position.

Assistant Lecturer
For appointment to the grade of Assistant Lecturer, applicants must possess:

1. research Master’s Degree in any Dental Specialty or Member from a recognised Institution. 
2. relevant teaching, research, or other experience relevant to this position.

NOTE; In all the positions, applicants must possess a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) qualification from a recognised institution.

B.    SCHOOL OF VETERINARY SCIENCES 
The School is looking for highly qualified and motivated candidates with the under-listed speciality for appointment as Professor, Associate Professor, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer and Assistant Lecturer:

1. Veterinary Surgery
2. Theriogenology

Job Functions/Responsibilities 
Successful candidates will be required to:

1. teach postgraduate and undergraduate courses in subject-specific areas supervise students’ research projects and theses and provide professional mentorship at all levels
2. develop and design curriculum for new programmes
3. conduct and publish scholarly research, attend conferences and attract grants
4. undertake any other academic/administrative task assigned by the University

Job Title and Qualification Requirements

Professor
For appointment to the grade of Professor, an applicant must have;

1. PhD in a relevant field from a recognised University
2. served as Professor/Associate Professor in a comparable institution for a minimum of three (3) years.
3. minimum of fifteen (15) publications in high-impact journals.

Associate Professor
For appointment to the grade of Associate Professor, the applicant must have;

1. PhD in a relevant field from a recognised University 
2. served as Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer in a comparable institution for a minimum of four (4) years. 
3. minimum of ten (10) publications in high-impact journal

Senior Lecturer
For appointment to the grade of Senior Lecturer, an applicant must have;

1. PhD in a relevant field from a recognised institution
2. served as Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in a comparable for a minimum of three (3) years
3. have a minimum of six (6) publications in high-impact journals

Lecturer
For appointment to the grade of Lecturer, applicants must have:

1. PhD from a recognised institution in any of the relevant fields mentioned above
2. the relevant teaching and research experience

NOTE: In all the positions, candidates must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medical degree (DVM) prior to specialization at the postgraduate level.

C.    FACULTY OF LAW
The Faculty invites applications from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the position of Dean, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer, Assistant Lecturer. Successful candidates will be offered the opportunity to become essential members of the academic community of the University for Development Studies, and contribute to the delivery of comprehensive legal education.

Job Title and Qualification Requirements 

Dean
Candidates must:

1. hold a doctoral degree in law (SJD or PhD) from a recognised institution and a position as a Senior Lecturer or higher;
2. have substantial academic and professional experience in the field of law, with a record of scholarly achievement and teaching excellence;
3. demonstrate leadership experience in higher education administration, preferably in a law faculty/school setting;
4. possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire collaboration, build consensus, and cultivate relationships with diverse stakeholders;
5. embody a commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of academic life; and
6. possess excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to articulate a compelling vision for the future of legal education.

Job Functions/Responsibilities 
Successful candidates will be required to:

1. provide leadership to establish and execute the strategic vision and direction of the Faculty of Law.
2. recruit, develop, and retain a diverse and talented faculty committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service.
3. foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that promotes intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and ethical reasoning.
4. cultivate partnerships with legal practitioners, judges, policymakers, and community stakeholders to enhance experiential learning opportunities and address pressing legal challenges.
5. oversee accreditation and other regulatory standards to ensure academic quality and institutional effectiveness.
6. engage in fundraising and development activities to secure resources for scholarships, faculty research, and institutional growth.
7. represent the Law Faculty locally, nationally, and internationally to promote its reputation and advance its interests.

Job Title and Qualification Requirements 

Senior Lecturer
For appointment to the grade of Senior Lecturer, an applicant must have;

1. hold a doctoral degree in law (SJD, PhD or LLM) from a recognised institution;
2. demonstrate expertise in one or more areas of law, with a strong academic or professional background;
3. possess prior teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level (preferred);
4. have excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts in a clear and engaging manner;
5. show commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment that respects and values all members of the academic community; and 
6. be dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
7. served as Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in a comparable for a minimum of three (3) years
8. have a minimum of six (6) publications in high-impact journals

Lecturer
Candidates must:

1. hold a doctoral degree in law (SJD, PhD or LLM) from a recognised institution;
2. demonstrate expertise in one or more areas of law, with a strong academic or professional background;
3. possess prior teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level (preferred);
4. have excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts in a clear and engaging manner;
5. show commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment that respects and values all members of the academic community; and 
6. be dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.

Job Functions/Responsibilities 
Successful candidates will be required to:

1. Develop and update course materials, including syllabi, instructional materials, reading outlines and assessments, to ensure relevance and effectiveness.
2. Deliver engaging and informative lectures, seminars, and workshops across a range of legal topics.
3. Provide guidance and support to students through feedback on assignments, and academic mentoring.
4. Conduct research and scholarship in your area of expertise, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field of law.
5. Participate in departmental activities, including curriculum development, assessment and academic governance.
6. Engage in professional development activities to stay current with legal trends, effective teaching practices and scholarly advancements.

Job Title and Qualification Requirements 

Assistant Lecturer
Candidates must:

1. hold an advanced degree in law (SJD, PhD or LLM) from a recognised institution;
2. demonstrate knowledge of legal principles and practices, with a strong academic record or professional experience;
3. possess prior teaching experience, whether as a teaching assistant, tutor, or instructor, (desirable but not required);
4. have excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts in a clear and engaging manner; and
5. be dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment that respects diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Job Functions/Responsibilities 
Successful candidates will be required to:

1. contribute to the creation and refinement of course materials, including syllabi, instructional resources, reading outlines and assessment tools.
2. assist in delivering lectures, seminars, and workshops on various legal subjects.
3. Provide academic support and guidance to students through tutorials, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.
4. engage in scholarly research, publication and extension activities to contribute to the advancement of legal knowledge.
5. collaborate with senior faculty members in departmental initiatives to enhance the quality of legal education.

D.    DIRECTORATE OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY 
The Directorate is looking for a talented Programmer/Analyst to join our team. Successful candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining software applications that drive our University forward. He or she will also work closely with our team of developers, analysts, and stakeholders to identify business needs and deliver high-quality solutions.

Job Functions/Responsibilities  
Successful Candidate will be required to:

1. analyse business requirements and design software solutions
2. develop, test, and deploy software applications using languages such as PHP, Java, Python, or C++
3. collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize project requirements
4. troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
5. write efficient, well-documented, and testable code
6. participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of the codebase
7. stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies

Job Title and Qualification Requirements

Systems Programmer
Candidates must:

1. have Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Software Engineering or related field
2. have at least 7 years of experience in software development
3. be Proficient in one or more programming languages (e.g., PHP, Java, Python, C++, JavaScript)
4. have strong understanding of software development principles, patterns, and best practices
5. have Experience with Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban)
6. have Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to details
7. experienced with relational and NoSQL database management systems
8. have strong communication and analytical skills

Mode of Application

1. Interested candidates should visit jobs.uds.edu.gh to apply online (alternatetively, applicants can download the form attached, fill it out and submit to the Office of the Registrar by mail or by hand)
   • Application Form (Form 1A)
2. Candidates should send three hard copies of their applications (online printout) together with relevant academic certificates and detailed curriculum vitae to;

   The Registrar
   University for Development Studies
   P. O. Box TL 1350
   Tamale

3. Candidates should also include names, postal addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees, who would be contacted for background assessment of shortlisted candidates
4. Shortlisted candidates for interview would be required to do a demonstrative teaching (PowerPoint presentation) on any topic of preference for a maximum of seven (7) minutes. 
5. In addition to the Hard Copies, Soft Copies should be sent to registrar@uds.edu.gh
6. All Applicants must be able to work for a minimum of five (5) years before attaining the statutory retirement age of sixty (60) years. 
7. The closing date for submission of applications is June 30, 2024 and no application submitted after the close of work of the closing date will be accepted or processed

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WOULD BE CONTACTED.