Vacancy title:
Lecturer – Mechanical Engineering

Employment type: Full time, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Science & Engineering, Education, Colleges, Universities & Schools, Teachers & Education

Jobs at:
Copperstone University

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, November 19 2026

Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, November 5 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions in Mechanical Engineering.
• Develop teaching materials, course outlines, assessments, and examination papers.
• Facilitate laboratory work, technical demonstrations, and engineering practicals.
• Supervise student research projects and dissertations.
• Participate in curriculum development, academic research, and quality assurance.
• Contribute to departmental and institutional academic activities.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• A Master’s Degree (MSc) in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related relevant discipline.
• A Grade 12 School Certificate or its equivalent.
• A qualification in Teaching Methodology or equivalent pedagogical training.
• Relevant tertiary-level teaching and/or industry experience.
• Professional registration with the relevant engineering professional body will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, conduct research, and mentor students.

GENERAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants for all positions should demonstrate:

• Professional integrity, commitment, and a strong work ethic.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to academic excellence, research, innovation, and student development.
• Academic qualifications should be appropriately verified in accordance with applicable Zambian higher education requirements.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: postgraduate degree

Job application procedure
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How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit the following:

• A formal application letter.
• An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Copies of academic and professional qualifications.
• Copies of relevant professional registration certificates, where applicable.
• Names and contact details of at least three referees.

Applications should be submitted electronically

Subject: Application – [Position Applied For]

Applicants should clearly indicate the position they are applying for in the subject line 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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