54 Vacancies at Mwalimu Nyerere University of Agriculture and Technology (MNUAT)

Announcement Date: 08 December 2025

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THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA

Mwalimu Nyerere University of Agriculture and Technology (MNUAT)
P.O. Box 976, Musoma – Mara (HQ Butiama), Tanzania
Tel: +255 28 2985750 / 2985749
Email: info@mnuat.ac.tz
Website: www.mnuat.ac.tz

Ref. No.: CBA.309/353/01/85
Date: 8th December, 2025

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Vacancy Announcement

1.0 About MNUAT

Mwalimu Nyerere University of Agriculture and Technology (MNUAT) is a public higher learning institution established in 2012. It is headquartered in Butiama, Mara Region. The University is currently undergoing major institutional transformation as it prepares to introduce new academic programmes starting in the 2026/2027 academic year. As part of this expansion, the University is strengthening its academic and administrative capacities.

To support this growth, the University is inviting qualified, motivated, and academically capable Tanzanians to apply for fifty-four (54) vacant positions across several teaching disciplines.

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1.1 ASSISTANT LECTURER – ANIMAL SCIENCE AND PRODUCTION (3 POSTS) – READVERTISED

1.1.1 Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in an induction programme on pedagogical skills (for applicants without prior training).
• Teach undergraduate students through lectures, tutorials, seminars, and practical sessions.
• Prepare and present academic case studies.
• Conduct research and disseminate research findings through publications.
• Identify students with learning challenges and provide academic support.
• Participate in consultancy and community engagement activities under supervision.
• Attend academic workshops, conferences, and symposia.
• Perform any other related academic tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

1.1.2 Qualifications

• Master of Science in Animal Science, Livestock and Animal Production, Tropical Animal Production, Animal Production, Animal Breeding, Animal Breeding and Genetics, or Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology from a recognized university.
• Minimum GPA of 4.0/5.0 at Master’s level.
• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum GPA of 3.8/5.0, with at least a B+ in the dissertation.
• Strong academic potential is required.

For applicants with an unclassified Master’s Degree (by research/thesis):

• A pass grade is acceptable.
• Must have at least two (2) publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
• Must demonstrate clear academic progression from Bachelor’s to Master’s level.

1.1.3 Salary Scale

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1.2 ASSISTANT LECTURER – FORESTRY (3 POSTS) – READVERTISED

1.2.1 Duties and Responsibilities

(Same as Animal Science Assistant Lecturer duties)

1.2.2 Qualifications

Master of Science in:

• Forestry
• Forest Management and Nature Conservation
• Forest Products and Technology
• Forest Resource Assessment and Management
• Wood Technology and Value Addition

Requirements:

• Minimum GPA 4.0/5.0 at Master’s level.
• Bachelor’s Degree GPA 3.8/5.0, with at least B+ in dissertation.
• Strong academic potential.

For unclassified Master’s (by thesis/research):

• Pass grade plus two peer-reviewed publications.
• Must show clear academic progression.

1.2.3 Salary Scale

PUTS 2.1

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1.3 ASSISTANT LECTURER – ENTREPRENEURSHIP (1 POST) – READVERTISED

1.3.1 Duties and Responsibilities

(Same as above Assistant Lecturer roles)

1.3.2 Qualifications

Master’s Degree in one of the following:

• Entrepreneurship
• Business Administration (Entrepreneurship)
• Entrepreneurship Development
• Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development
• Marketing and Entrepreneurship
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Business Administration (Finance / Accounting & Finance)
• Accounting and Finance

Requirements:

• Master’s GPA 4.0/5.0
• Bachelor’s GPA 3.8/5.0 with B+ dissertation
• Strong academic potential required

For unclassified Master’s:

• Pass grade plus two peer-reviewed publications
• Academic progression from Bachelor’s to Master’s must be evident

1.3.3 Salary Scale

PUTS 2.1

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1.4 ASSISTANT LECTURER – FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (2 POSTS) – READVERTISED

1.4.1 Duties and Responsibilities

(Same standard duties for Assistant Lecturers)

1.4.2 Qualifications

Master’s Degree in:

• Food Science
• Food Science and Technology
• Food Technology
• Food Science and Biotechnology
• Food Processing and Preservation
• Food Science and Engineering
• Food Quality and Safety Assurance

Requirements:

• Master’s GPA 4.0/5.0
• Bachelor’s GPA 3.8/5.0 with B+ dissertation
• Strong academic potential required

For unclassified Master’s (thesis/research):

• Pass grade plus 2 publications
• Must show consistent academic progression

1.4.3 Salary Scale

PUTS 2.1