JOB DETAILS:

Department: Political Science

Faculty: Social Sciences

Specialization: International Relations

Salary Scale: M6

Number of Vacancies: 2

Job Summary:

The Lecturer in International Relations will teach, conduct research, and contribute to program development in political science with a focus on international relations and diplomacy.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Teaching & Instruction
   • Deliver lectures on International Relations, Foreign Policy, and Global Governance.
   • Develop and update course content to reflect global trends.
2. Research & Publications
   • Conduct research in international politics and publish in academic journals.
   • Apply for research grants and participate in policy analysis projects.
3. Student Supervision & Mentorship
   • Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students.
   • Provide academic advising and career mentorship.
4. Program Development
   • Participate in reviewing and updating the Political Science curriculum.
   • Introduce new courses relevant to global politics.
5. University & Community Engagement
   • Serve in faculty committees and organize public lectures.
   • Engage with policymakers, international organizations, and government bodies.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• A Master’s degree in Political Science or International Relations.
• A PhD (or ongoing PhD) is an added advantage.
• Experience in university teaching and research.
• Strong publication record and policy engagement experience.

• Interested candidates should submit their applications in triplicate to the Director, Human Resources, Kyambogo University, P.O. Box 1, Kyambogo, Kampala, Uganda.
• 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.