Great Zimbabwe University is inviting external applications for part-time mechanical engineering lecturer. The vacancy is listed on the university’s official KhethaConnect recruitment portal. It offers an opportunity to contribute to university education in mechanical engineering through the specific teaching or development work described in the employer’s advert.
Employer: Great Zimbabwe University
Location: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 2026-11-07
Role and responsibilities
The teaching allocation includes thermofluids and heat transfer, industrial instrumentation and controls, and manufacturing processes and systems. The appointee will support undergraduate projects and mechanical-engineering research and innovation. For lecturer appointments, the wider duties include preparing and updating course materials, managing assessment, supervising student work and contributing to research. The employer also lists community engagement, innovation and participation in departmental or university committees. Read the full role specification to understand the complete allocation.
Qualifications and experience
The standard qualification profile is doctoral and master’s study in Mechanical Engineering, or the equivalents specified in the advert, plus a relevant first degree with at least an upper-second-class (2.1) result. Candidates who can demonstrate progress towards the relevant doctorate may also be considered. A Mechanical Engineering first degree with a 2.1 classification is specified. Tertiary teaching experience is mandatory.
Preparing your application
Build your application around the mechanical engineering expertise the role needs. Identify the subjects you have taught or studied, the level of student work you have supported and the evidence for your academic or professional development. State completed and ongoing qualifications separately. Where appropriate, include accurate details of publications, projects or supervision, explaining your own contribution. Avoid sending confidential student records as examples of your work.
How to apply
Apply through the official university vacancy page linked below. Sign in or create an applicant account and follow the role-specific instructions for your profile and supporting documents. Review the exact qualifications and any registration requirement before submitting. The portal displays 7 November 2026 as its closing date; its stored cutoff is 22:00 UTC, equivalent to 00:00 CAT on 8 November. Submit during 7 November or earlier. Salary is not specified in the checked listing. Keep your application confirmation and use the employer’s portal for updates.
Apply through the employer directly
Source: Official employer vacancy information.
Reference: GZU portal vacancy 88
Checked on 28 October 2026. Independently written by SmartLinksJobs from the cited vacancy information. Follow the employer’s latest instructions when applying.