25 Job Positions at University of Rwanda (UR-CMHS) – Academic & Health Careers | Deadline: 08 October 2026
The University of Rwanda – College of
Medicine and Health Sciences (UR-CMHS) has announced multiple employment
opportunities for qualified and competent candidates across its schools and
departments.
The College of Medicine and Health Sciences
is one of the seven colleges of the University of Rwanda and includes the
Schools of Dentistry, Health Sciences, Nursing and Midwifery, Medicine and
Pharmacy, and Public Health.
Available Positions
1. Assistant Medical
Number of Positions: 5
The positions cover areas including:
- Biochemistry
- Industrial Pharmacy
- Primary Health Care
Key Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Biochemistry
Train Managers
- MSc in Industrial Pharmacy
- MD, MBBS or MBChB plus an MSc in a Public Health-related field
- Good command of English, both oral and written
- Rwandan nationality
Publications in peer-reviewed journals and
relevant teaching experience in higher learning institutions are desirable.
2. Lecturer
Number of Positions: 5
Departments/areas include:
- Internal Medicine
- Surgery
- Anesthesiology
- Emergency Medicine and Critical Care
- ENT
Requirements:
- PhD or Master’s degree with at least Second Class Upper
Division or at least 70% in Medicine
- Good command of English, both oral and written
- Rwandan nationality
Sub-specialty training in areas such as
Psychiatry, Anesthesiology, Emergency Medicine and Critical Care, General
Surgery, or ENT is an added advantage.
3. Senior Lecturer
Number of Positions: 5
Areas include:
- Dermatology
- Anesthesiology and Critical Care
- Surgery
- Psychiatry and Mental Health Sciences
- Orthopaedic Surgery
Requirements include:
- PhD or Master’s degree with at least Second Class Upper
Division or at least 70% in Medicine
- At least three publications in recognized peer-reviewed
journals
- Good command of English
- Rwandan nationality
Relevant sub-specialty training and a
strong research record are desirable.
4. Assistant Staff
Number of Positions: 1
The position involves supporting academic,
clinical and research activities, maintaining records, preparing practical
coursework, assisting students and faculty, managing laboratory/clinical
materials, and ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements.
Requirements:
- Master’s degree with at least Second Class Upper Division or at
least 70% in Medical Surgical Nursing
- Degree equivalence certificate where applicable
- Good command of English
- Valid licence for clinical practice
- Rwandan nationality
5. Assistant Lecturer – Dentistry
Number of Positions: 2
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent with a distinction
- Degree equivalence certificate where applicable
- Good command of English
- Valid licence for clinical practice
- Rwandan nationality
6. Assistant Lecturer –
Dietetics/Clinical Nutrition
Number of Positions: 3
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Dietetics, Clinical Nutrition, Human
Nutrition, or a related field with a background in a clinical-related
field
- Equivalence certificate where applicable
- Valid licence for clinical practice
- Good command of English
7. Assistant / Tutorial Assistant –
Audiology
Number of Positions: 3
For Assistant Lecturer:
- Master’s degree in Audiology OR Speech Therapy and Audiology
- Or Master’s degree in Rehabilitation or a related field with a
BSc in Audiology or Speech Therapy and Audiology
For Tutorial Assistant:
- Bachelor’s degree in Audiology OR Speech Therapy and Audiology
Applicants must also meet the applicable
requirements regarding degree equivalence, English proficiency, professional
licensing and Rwandan nationality.
Required Documents
Applicants are required to submit:
- Application/Motivation Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copy of Degree Certificate
- Copy of National Identity Card
- Degree equivalence certificate, where applicable
- Evidence of publications, where applicable
- Valid professional licence for clinical practice, where
applicable
- Appointment letters for applicants holding academic ranks
Contract Duration
The contract is for two years, with
the possibility of renewal.
The call is open to both national and
international applicants.
How to Apply
Applicants who meet the stated requirements
should submit their applications through the relevant recruitment email address
depending on the School or area they are applying for. The email subject line
should clearly indicate the position title and subject area.
The recruitment contacts listed in the
notice include:
- recruitmentnursing2024@ur.ac.rw
- recruitmentdentistry2024@ur.ac.rw
- recruitmenpublichealth2024@ur.ac.rw
- recruitmenthealthsciences2024@ur.ac.rw
Applicants should address their application
letter to the Principal of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences,
University of Rwanda.
Application Deadline
08 October 2026 at 5:00 PM
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