TECHNICAL INSTRUCTOR IN MATHEMATICS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The Papua New Guinea University of Technology (Unitech) invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals for the position of TECHNICAL INSTRUCTOR IN MATHEMATICS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.
The successful candidate is required to teach, conduct research, publish and provide consultancy services in mathematics, information technology and related interdisciplinary fields.
Primary Responsibilities
The primary accountabilities associated with this position include;
- Teaching
- Deliver lectures, seminars and tutorials related to the incumbent’s area of specialisation.
- Develop and upgrade course curricular and teaching materials.
- Assess and grade student work.
- Provide feedback and support to students to enhance their learning experience.
- Advise undergraduate students related to their subject area.
- Research
- Engage in research activities within the field of teaching discipline.
- Collaborate with colleagues on research projects.
- Supervise students’ research projects particularly at the undergraduate level.
- Professional Development
- Stay current with developments in the field of expertise.
- Attend conferences, seminars and workshops in relation to field of expertise upon approval.
- Engage in continuous professional development.
- Services
- Participate in school, external campus and university committees.
- Engage in community service and outreach activities.
- Administration
- Assist in course administration, such as timetabling and resource management.
- Student Support
- Provide support in academic and career guidance to students.
- Hold regular office hours for student consultations.
- Promote an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Collaboration
- Work with colleagues on interdisciplinary research projects.
- Build relationships with industries and other academic institutions.
- Collaborate with colleagues and oversee management of school’s computer laboratory.
- Collaborate with NGOs, local communities and landowners on projects.
The physical location of these positions is at the Bulolo Campus in Bulolo Town.
Qualification & Experience
- A minimum of a Master’s degree in a related field.
- At least 2 years teaching experience at tertiary level, 1 year post graduate or equivalent experience, a doctoral qualification acceptable to the university will be an advantage.
- Some experience in teaching, research, consultancy or professional activity is a bonus for the course of instructions or an appropriate combination built up over periods of normally not less than 2 years of post-qualification.
Conditions of Service
- Technical Instructor I/II, Base Salary Range: PGK43,535-PGK49,542 Per Annum
- Domestic Market Allowance: PGK8,040-PGK12,059 Per Annum
(Level of appointment depends upon qualification and experience)
Application Procedure
Detailed application with curriculum vitae including certified copies of qualifications, names and addresses including email addresses, phone numbers of three (3) current referees including one from past/present employer, if any, should be sent to the address below:
The Executive Director – Human Resources
PNG University of Technology
Private Mail Bag
Lae, 411
Papua New Guinea
Applications must be compiled and sent as one PDF file to recruitment@pnguot.ac.pg with an indication of their earliest availability to take up the appointment.
PLEASE NOTE
- Deadline for all applications is 30th of January, 2026 at 4:06pm
- Only shortlisted applications will be acknowledged.