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Summary

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the Academic positions of Instructors and Lecturers within the Department of Petroleum and Geological Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, University of Guyana to teach in the following areas:

  • Mineralogy and Petrology
  • Structural and Engineering Geology
  • Geophysics
  • Economic Geology
  • Environmental and Regional Geology
  • Geologic Field Mapping
  • Petroleum Geology
  • Paleontology
  • Applied Geochemistry
  • Mining (Surface & underground) and Mineral Exploration
  • History of the Guyana Shield

 

Qualification, Knowledge and Experience

Minimum Requirements:

(i) Instructor

A good first degree (Distinction/Credit) in Applied and Exploration Geology / Geoscience / Geophysics / Mining Engineering or a close related field from a recognized University. Prior tutoring experience at a tertiary level will be an asset.

(ii) Lecturer I

At least a master's Degree in Applied and Exploration Geology / Geoscience / Geophysics / Mining Engineering 5 years teaching experience with large classes. Tertiary level teaching and Industry experience will be an asset.

(iii) Lecturer II

At least a Ph.D. in Applied and Exploration Geology / Geoscience / Geophysics / Mining Engineering or a Master’s Degree in any of the aforementioned specialisations plus two research publications.

 

Salary

SALARY SCALES:

  • Instructor - UA1: $304,602 – $467,527
  • Lecturer I – UA2: $345,209 – $518,309
  • Lecturer II – UA3: $426,442 – 619,835

Note: Appointment level and placement in appropriate salary scales are determined by level of qualification, experience and research publications.

Benefits currently include non-taxable housing and travelling allowances, contributory medical and pension schemes; gratuity and entertainment allowance (where applicable), study/sabbatical leave (whichever is applicable); leave passage and Academic Materials allowance.

Application Procedure

Applications with Curriculum Vitae, stating full name, date of birth, marital status, qualifications (with dates and overall grades obtained), work experience (with dates), full names and addresses of three (3) referees, who can testify to the academic/professional capabilities of the applicant (one of whom must be your present or last employer, where applicable), must reach the Personnel Division, University of Guyana, P.O. Box 10-1110, Georgetown, Email: personnel.head@uog.edu.gy not later than August 15, 2025 (Tel. Nos. 592-222-4181), Website: www.uog.edu.gy

Schedule
Full Time
Closing Date
Location
Turkeyen Campus