Assistant Lecturer in Psychiatry — Soroti University, Uganda (2026)
Soroti University
Soroti University seeks one permanent Assistant Lecturer in Psychiatry in Uganda. Applicants need a Master of Medicine in Psychiatry, MBChB or MBBS, a valid Ugandan practice licence and must be under 40 at the time of the advert. Apply by 23 October 2026, 5 p.m. EAT.
Soroti University in Soroti City, Uganda, is recruiting one Assistant Lecturer in Psychiatry for its School of Health Sciences. The permanent role reports to the head of department and includes teaching, supervision, research and community service.
The official advertisement lists salary scale PU6.2 without a monetary amount. It states an age limit of below 40 years at the time of the advert. The deadline is 23 October 2026 at 5:00 p.m. East Africa Time.
Email one PDF containing the complete application to hr@sun.ac.ug, or submit six physical copies to the University Secretary, Soroti University, P.O. Box 211, Soroti, Uganda. Follow the university advert for full instructions.
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Benefits
Permanent appointment. The university states salary scale PU6.2 but does not give a monetary amount or list other benefits.
Eligibility summary
Master of Medicine in Psychiatry and MBChB or MBBS first degree. Demonstrated computer and communication skills. Registration with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners’ Council and a valid practising licence. Applicants must be under 40 at the time of the advert. No nationality restriction is stated.
Requirements
Master of Medicine in Psychiatry; MBChB or MBBS; computer and communication competence; current registration and valid licence with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners’ Council; under 40 at the time of the advert.
Documents required
Application letter, current CV, copy of National Identity Card or passport bio-data page, certified academic and professional qualifications, appointment letters where applicable, and two reference letters. Include names and contact details of two referees; one should be a current or former employer or supervisor where applicable. Email submissions must be a single PDF.
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