19 Job Positions at UR/College of
Science and Technology (UR-CST): Deadline:08 Oct 2026
University of Rwanda – College of
Science and Technology (UR-CST)
Job Advertisement (2026)
The University of Rwanda/College of Science
and Technology (UR-CST) would like to recruit competent and qualified academic
staff and Academic & Research Support staff to occupy vacant positions in
the School of Engineering and Training Workshop and the School of
Science.
1. School of Engineering and Training
Workshop
The School of Engineering brings together
three departments:
- Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering
- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering
- Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
The School is also linked to the following
Centres of Excellence:
- African Centre of Excellence in Energy for Sustainable
Development (ACE-ESD)
- Centre of Excellence in Transport Planning and Logistics
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- Centre of Excellence in Biomedical Engineering
The School of Engineering also operates a
practical Training Workshop organized into five sections:
- Masonry
- Welding
- Electrical
- Electronics
- Mechanical
Vacant Positions
Among the positions advertised are:
- Tutorial Assistant – Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Assistant Lecturer – Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Lecturer – Biomedical Engineering
- Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer – Mechanical and
Energy Engineering
- Assistant Lecturer – Energy Engineering Programme
- Assistant Lecturer – Mechanical Engineering Programme
- Electrical Workshop Technician
- Mechanical Workshop Technician (Welding, Appropriate Technology
and Machine Tools Technology)
Assistant Lecturer – Electrical and
Electronics Engineering
Requirements
- A Master of Science (MSc) degree in Control Systems, Automation
Systems, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Control, Mechatronics, or
another closely related programme from a recognized higher learning
institution.
- Strong academic and technical background in control systems,
industrial automation, instrumentation, electrical systems, or related
areas.
- Knowledge of relevant engineering software, simulation tools,
programming environments, and laboratory equipment.
- Good communication, teaching, analytical, and problem-solving
skills.
- Evidence of research activities, publications, conference
participation, or relevant professional experience is an added advantage.
Expected Competencies
- Strong expertise in control and automation systems.
- Ability to design and implement practical engineering systems.
- Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, instrumentation, industrial
automation, and control systems where applicable.
- Competence in engineering simulation and programming tools.
- Effective teaching and student mentoring skills.
- Research and analytical capabilities.
- Good technical writing and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
- Commitment to innovation and continuous professional
development.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in teaching undergraduate and, where applicable,
postgraduate courses within the area of specialization.
- Prepare course materials, lecture notes, practical manuals,
tutorials, presentations, and other teaching resources.
- Deliver lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions,
demonstrations, and practical training as assigned.
- Develop and administer continuous assessment activities,
examinations, practical assessments, and other forms of student
evaluation.
- Mark and moderate assignments, examinations, laboratory
reports, projects, and other assessments in accordance with University
procedures.
- Provide academic advising and mentorship to students.
- Supervise undergraduate student projects, dissertations,
internships, and practical training as assigned.
- Participate in curriculum development, review, and improvement
activities.
Associate Professor/Senior
Lecturer/Lecturer – Mechanical and Energy Engineering
Requirements
- A PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering,
Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Automation, or a
closely related field.
- Proof of publication in UR-recognized peer-reviewed journals.
- For Lecturer: at least 2 publication points.
- For Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor: at least 10
publication points, three of which must have been earned since the last
promotion.
- For Associate Professor: a minimum of 5 years of teaching
experience at university level as an Associate Professor or equivalent,
proven supervision of doctoral students to completion, and evidence of
significant contribution to research, community engagement, and academic
leadership.
- For Senior Lecturer: a minimum of 3 years of teaching
experience as a Senior Lecturer from a recognized institution of higher
learning and proven supervision of at least two Master's students to
completion.
- For Lecturer: teaching experience is not required but is an
added advantage. A strong academic record and relevant industry or
postdoctoral research experience are desirable.
Duties include:
- Deliver teaching and learning activities for undergraduate and
postgraduate courses in Mechanical and Energy Engineering.
- Supervise students on projects, dissertations, and practical
work.
- Contribute to the development of the Mechanical Engineering
curriculum.
- Prepare teaching materials and laboratory manuals.
- Conduct research and publish findings in reputable journals.
- Participate in continuous professional development.
- Engage in consultancy and/or knowledge transfer activities.
- Undertake other duties assigned by the relevant University
authorities.
Training Workshop Positions
The advertisement also includes technical
positions within the Campus Workshop Unit, including:
Electrical Workshop Technician
- Job Classification Level and Grade: 5.II
- Supervised by/Reporting to: Director of Workshop
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or mechanical
engineering.
- Two years of relevant working experience in repair and
maintenance.
- Experience with relevant specialized equipment and
software/hardware is desirable.
- Knowledge of relevant work practices, processes and procedures
is an added advantage.
Mechanical Workshop Technician –
Welding, Appropriate Technology and Machine Tools Technology
- Job Classification Level and Grade: 5.II
- Supervised by/Reporting to: Director of Workshop
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or mechanical
engineering.
- Two years of relevant working experience in repair and
maintenance.
- Experience with relevant specialized equipment and
software/hardware is desirable.
Workshop duties include technical support, maintenance of workshop equipment and facilities, minor repairs, preparation of tools and materials, supporting staff and students, maintaining records, monitoring workshop assets, and supporting practical courses and hands-on activities.
2. School of Science
The School of Science brings together four
departments:
- Department of Biology
- Department of Chemistry
- Department of Mathematics
- Department of Physics
The School maintains close collaboration
with the Centre of Biodiversity and Natural Resource Management,
particularly through the Department of Biology.
Vacant Positions
The advertisement includes positions such
as:
- Associate Professor or Senior Lecturer – Priority: Bioprocess
Engineering – Biology
- Laboratory Technician – Conservation Biology
- Laboratory Technician – Bioprocess Engineering
- Lecturer – Mathematics
- Senior Lecturer/Lecturer – Physics
- Assistant Lecturer – Physics
Associate Professor or Senior Lecturer –
Priority: Bioprocess Engineering
Department:
Biology
Academic Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent professional Doctorate in Bioprocess
Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Industrial Biotechnology, or a
closely related discipline.
Specific requirements for Associate
Professor
- At least 3 years of teaching experience as a Senior Lecturer at
a recognized institution of higher learning.
- Minimum of four publication points earned since the last
promotion, with at least two published in a journal indexed in Scopus, Web
of Science, or AJOL.
- Successful supervision to completion of at least one PhD
student.
- At least one successfully awarded research grant as Principal
Investigator (PI) or Co-PI, with combined amounts of at least 50 million
RWF.
Specific requirements for Senior
Lecturer
- At least 3 years of teaching experience after PhD graduation.
- Minimum of three publication points earned since the last
promotion, with at least two of the publications meeting the requirements
specified in the advertisement.
Duties include
- Deliver teaching and learning and undertake related activities
in Bioprocess Engineering and Biotechnology.
- Assist in the development of new competency-based curricula.
- Engage in research, consultancy and/or knowledge transfer.
- Undertake teaching and related duties allocated by the Head of
Department.
- Participate in continuous professional development.
Assistant Lecturer – Physics
Number: 1
Requirements
- A Master's degree in Physics from a recognized institution.
Preference may be given to candidates who are enrolled in doctoral
studies.
- Demonstrated knowledge and competence in Physics.
- Potential for teaching and research in higher education.
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- Evidence of research output, publications, or participation in
research projects is an added advantage.
- Good understanding of laboratory-based teaching and
experimental techniques.
- Preference will be given to candidates with expertise, academic
training, or research experience in Nuclear Science and Technology,
including Nuclear Physics, Radiation Physics, Medical Physics, Nuclear
Energy Systems, Radiation Protection and Safety, Nuclear Instrumentation,
or related fields.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Contribute to the teaching of Physics.
- Undertake other academic duties as allocated by the Head of
Department.
- Participate in continuous professional development.
- Contribute to curriculum development.
- Engage in research, consultancy and/or knowledge transfer.
- Conduct research that advances the discipline and/or pedagogic
or applied research.
- Carry out other related duties allocated by the Head of
Department, Dean of School, College Principal, DVC or VC.
Required Documents
Applicants are required to submit:
- Application letter addressed to the Principal.
- Certified Degree Certificates (BSc degree, MSc degree and PhD
degree), with Degree Equivalence for degrees awarded in a foreign country.
- A detailed list of all publications in peer-reviewed journals
and their electronic links, if required.
- A detailed list of all current projects as PI or Co-PI, if
required.
- Curriculum Vitae.
- National ID or passport.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should submit their
applications to:
Email: info.cst@ur.ac.rw
Copy to: dahrm.nyarugenge@ur.ac.rw
Application Deadline
08 October 2026
Done at Kigali on 30/09/2026
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Assoc. Prof. GATARE Ignace
Principal
University of Rwanda – College of Science and Technology (UR-CST)
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