Senior Herbarium Curator, Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology Jobs – Makerere University Kampala

Job Title:      Senior Herbarium Curator, Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology

Organization: Makerere University Kampala

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

 

About Makerere University:

Makerere University is the oldest and premier University in Uganda which strives to becoming the leading institution for academic excellence and innovations in Africa.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the day today running of the herbarium and botanic garden and provide technical guidance in the operations and activities;
  • Coordinate with the head of department to ensure that the herbarium and botanic garden run smoothly;
  • In charge of the general curatorial activities of the herbarium and the botanic garden;
  • Oversee the development of the herbarium and garden collections, data bases and associated hardware including workstations, computers, herbarium scan etc.
  • Participate in conducting research including field work that would lead to the publication of taxonomic monographs and other literature;
  • Teach and supervise students and conduct practical sessions at the herbarium and botanic gardens.
  • Maintain communication with collaborating institutions.





Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • PhD in Botany (specializing in plant taxonomy);
  • Botany;
  • Honours BSc. Botany/Zoology.
  • Age: Below 55 years

 

How to Apply:

All candidates should apply online at the link below

 

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Deadline: 17th March 2025

 

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Date Posted 2025-03-04T05:46
Valid Through 2025-03-18T00:00
Employment Type FULL_TIME
Hiring Organization Makerere University
Job Location Kampala, Kampala, Kampala , 0256, Uganda