The University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), Tarkwa has opened applications for senior academic and administrative positions including lecturers, legal officer, and head of security. Applicants are encouraged to apply via official channels.
UMaT Opens Recruitment for Senior Positions
The University of Mines and Technology in Tarkwa has announced new job vacancies for qualified professionals across academic and administrative departments.
The institution, Ghana’s leading university for mining, engineering, and technological education, is seeking to strengthen its human resource base through the recruitment of competent and experienced staff.
The vacancies cover both academic and non-academic roles, reflecting the university’s ongoing expansion and commitment to academic excellence.
Available Vacant Positions
The university is inviting applications for the following positions:
- Head of Security
- Legal Officer
- Media Relations Officer
- Lecturer
- Senior Lecturer
- Associate Professor
Applicants for academic roles are expected to clearly indicate their preferred department in addition to the position applied for.
Academic Staff Requirements
Candidates applying for academic positions are expected to meet standard tertiary education requirements, including:
- Advanced academic qualifications in relevant fields
- Strong record of teaching and research
- Evidence of scholarly publications
- Compliance with Ghana Tertiary Education Commission standards for promotion and appointment
These requirements align with national expectations for quality assurance in higher education.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants are required to follow the official application process:
- Download the Senior Member Application Form from the UMaT careers portal:
https://umat.edu.gh/staff/careers-umat - Complete the form and clearly indicate the position and department
- Attach a cover letter and relevant academic and professional certificates
- Submit applications via email or post
Submission Address
The Registrar
University of Mines and Technology
P.O. Box 237
Tarkwa, Western Region, Ghana
Email: registrar@umat.edu.gh
Important Information for Applicants
- The official deadline for submission is not indicated in the notice. Applicants are advised to regularly check the UMaT careers portal for updates.
- Academic positions require advanced qualifications, research output, and teaching experience.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.
Institutional Profile
The University of Mines and Technology continues to play a strategic role in Ghana’s industrial and technical education landscape. The current recruitment exercise forms part of efforts to strengthen institutional capacity in teaching, research, governance, and public engagement.
Internal Links
- University job vacancies in Ghana: https://educationghana.org/education-jobs
- Higher education recruitment updates: https://educationghana.org/university-vacancies-ghana
- Engineering and technical education in Ghana: https://educationghana.org/engineering-education-ghana
External Links
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