Texila American University is a World Class Affordable Educational Provider. We are a forward-looking, modern university with a proud tradition as a provider of high-quality education and a focus on applied research. Texila Group–has 4000+ students from 70+ Countries for its varied program verticals.

The University seeks to recruit suitably qualified individuals for the position “Biochemistry Faculty”

Job Responsibilities

1. Teaching: 

·        Proficient usage of Audio Visual and Digital forms of Lecture delivery

·        Writing lecture material and handouts and presenting information in lectures; seminars and tutorials.

·        Marking student papers

·        Maybe a member of the departmental planning team to determine the teaching program for the academic year;

·        Takes feedback from students to improve teaching methodologies and content within the department /faculty; for example, will make changes to course material;

·        changing and adapting course material following research;

·        Providing guidance and advice to students, e.g., career advice or advice regarding personal issues.

• Setting up of Biochemistry Lab as per requirements & conducting practical sessions in Biochemistry.
• Take care of Equipment, models and other utilities in Biochemistry lab

·        To ensure that all information is duly uploaded in LMS and ERP (as applicable) on timely basis

2. Research – publications:

·        Writing papers on a topic relevant to a specialist subject area. This will include journals, books, and other material.

3. Research – active:

·        Investigating new areas of research within specialist subject area;

·        Identifying research topic;

·        Determining appropriate research methodologies for research;

·        Adapting research methodologies.

·        Applying appropriate research methodologies for research and analysing results/conclusions to formulate new concepts and ideas;

·        Writing reports to relevant bodies about progress of research.

4. Examinations:

·        Responsible for preparation of assessment papers for examinations

·        Marking examination papers for graduate and undergraduate students;

·        Writing examination reports for faculty/departmental review;

·        Writing dissertation reports;

5. Administration:

·        May be a member of departmental/faculty subject group, determining teaching

·        Actively investigating funding opportunities within area of research – this will include submitting research grant applications;

·        May participate in relevant committees within department/faculty;

·        May, on occasion, participate in school/University committees where appropriate and/or where invited.

6. External:

·        Attending conferences in specialist subject areas to liaise and network with national/international colleagues the role holder may, on occasion, be invited to give presentations and lectures in his/her specialism and/or organize sessions in conferences or workshops;

·        Participating in external working groups – on occasions the role holder may be asked to participate in collaborative projects;

·        May provide references on behalf of academic colleagues.

·        May participate in peer review of publications.

7. Other:

1. Perform any other lawful duties as assigned.

8. Technical Competencies

·        Teaching

·        Laboratory Skill in the subject of expertise

·        Research

9. Skills

·        Drive for results

·        Quality focus

·        Integrity

·        Planning, organizing and flexibility

·        Confidence and self-control

·        Problem-solving and initiative

·        Critical information seeking

·        Communicating with clarity

·        Embracing change

·        Collaborating with others

·        Influencing and relationship building

·        Innovation and creativity

10. Qualification

• Master’s Degree in Biochemistry / allied fields and an earned Doctorate Degree in the relevant or related field from a recognized University will be an added advantage.
• 2-5 years of Work experience
• Must be registered with the Health Professionals Council of Zambia (HPCZ).

1. Provide the specified details in the form accessible via this link.
2. Send a copy of their CV (ONLY) to [email protected] before Friday, 30th January, 2026.