Vacancies Overview
| S/N | Department | Job Title | Scale | Vacancies | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Radiology | Lecturer | PU 6.1 | 1 | Permanent |
| 2 | Physiotherapy | Assistant Lecturer | PU 6.2-TS | 1 | Permanent |
| 3 | Psychiatry | Assistant Lecturer | PU 6.2 | 1 | Permanent |
| 4 | Electrical & Electronic Eng. | Professor | PU 3 | 1 | Permanent |
| 5 | Civil, Structural & Env. Eng. | Senior Lecturer | PU 5 | 1 | Permanent |
Positions & Person Specifications
1. Lecturer – Radiology
Purpose: To teach, supervise, promote research, disseminate research findings, and participate in Community Service.
Qualifications & Requirements:- Master of Medicine in Radiology.
- MBChB, MBBS, or BDS as first degree.
- Minimum of two (2) publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- At least two (2) years of teaching, research, or clinical practice experience.
- Registered with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners’ Council with a valid practicing license.
2. Assistant Lecturer – Physiotherapy
Purpose: Assist senior staff in teaching and examining undergraduate students, conducting practicals, and research activities.
Qualifications & Requirements:- Master of Science Degree in Physiotherapy.
- Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy or Medical Rehabilitation.
- Competence in computer and communication skills.
- Registered with the Uganda Allied Health Professional Council with a valid practicing license.
3. Assistant Lecturer – Psychiatry
Purpose: To teach, supervise, promote research, disseminate research findings, and participate in Community Service.
Qualifications & Requirements:- Master of Medicine in Psychiatry.
- MBChB or MBBS as first degree.
- Competence in computer and communication skills.
- Registered with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners’ Council with a valid practicing license.
4. Professor – Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Purpose: Provide academic leadership and lead the development and implementation of research and publications.
Qualifications & Requirements:- PhD in Electronics Engineering.
- Master of Science in Electronics Engineering.
- Bachelor of Electrical or Electronics from a recognized institution.
- Minimum of 12 publications in peer-reviewed journals (4 post-Associate Professor), OR 10 book chapters, OR 2 books with ISBN.
- Supervised two graduate students to completion (at least 1 at PhD level).
- Grant winning experience is an added advantage.
5. Senior Lecturer – Civil, Structural & Environmental Eng.
Purpose: To teach, supervise, promote research, disseminate research findings, and participate in Community Service.
Qualifications & Requirements:- Master’s and PhD in Structural Engineering.
- Honours Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
- At least 3 articles in peer-reviewed journals, 3 book chapters, or 1 book with ISBN since last appointment.
- Must have at least 3 years teaching or research experience.
- Supervised at least two graduate students to completion.
Application Guidelines
Applicants must submit six (6) copies of their application letter, CV, National ID/Passport bio-data copy, certified academic documents, appointment letters (where applicable), and two (2) reference letters.
Address Submissions To:
The University Secretary, Soroti University, P.O. Box 211, Soroti, Uganda
Or via Email: Send as a single PDF document to hr@sun.ac.ug.
Deadline: 23rd October 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EAT.

