Job Information
- Organisation/Company: The Papua New Guinea University of Technology
- Research Field: Mathematics
- Researcher Profile: Leading Researcher (R4), Established Researcher (R3)
- Application Deadline: 24 Nov 2026 - 00:00 (UTC)
- Country: Papua New Guinea
- Type of Contract: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-time
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
Applications are sought from suitably qualified Papua New Guineans to fill the following position within the School of Mathematics and Computer Science at this University.
School of Mathematics and Computer Science
The School of Mathematics and Computer Science is one of the leading academic Schools of the PNG University of Technology offering undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses in Mathematics and Computer Science. The postgraduate programs are Ph.D. and M. Phil in the two strands of the school. Both Ph.D and M.Phil are offered on campus. The undergraduate programs are Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics. The school also offers Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics through the distance learning mode.
The school publishes in refereed journals, research reports and annual reports.
A good working environment with a multi-disciplinary qualified team is the strength of the School of Mathematics and Computer Science.
The school has a vacancy for a suitably qualified and highly motivated person to fill the following position.
Associate Professor / Professor in Mathematics (2x positions)
Area: Applied Mathematics
Primary Responsibilities
- Teach assigned undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the relevant discipline.
- Contribute actively to the School’s research activities and scholarly programs.
- Contribute to curriculum development, review and improvement.
- Contribute to distance learning programmes and other teaching initiatives of the School.
- Participate actively in School and University academic activities and initiatives.
- Supervise and support undergraduate and postgraduate students as appropriate to the appointment.
- Undertake academic, administrative and other duties assigned by the School.
Qualification & Experience
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D in Mathematics from a recognized university.
- Demonstrated academic expertise in Applied Mathematics.
EXPERIENCE
- Demonstrated university-level teaching experience in Mathematics and/or Applied Mathematics.
- Demonstrated research experience in Applied Mathematics or a closely related field.
- Strong record of scholarly research and publications appropriate to the proposed academic rank.
- Experience supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students and research projects.
- Experience contributing to curriculum development and program enhancement.
- Experience collaborating on multidisciplinary research or applied projects.
KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Strong theoretical and applied mathematical skills.
- Ability to teach Applied Mathematics at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to conduct high-quality independent and collaborative research.
- Ability to apply mathematical methods to real-world and multidisciplinary problems.
- Strong academic leadership, communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to contribute to distance learning and broader School initiatives.
Conditions of Service
Associate Professor
- Base Salary Range: PGK78,441 – PGK95,873 per annum
- IMA Range: PGK96,481 – PGK123,870 (International Market Allowance)
- DMA Range: PGK 31,296 – PGK55,272 (Domestic Market Allowance)
Professor
- Base Salary Range: PGK95,366 – PGK 116,558 per annum
- IMA Range: PGK105,320 – PGK162,617 (International Market Allowance)
- DMA Range: PGK43,069 – PGK74,653 (Domestic Market Allowance)
(Level of appointment depends upon qualification and experience)
Application Procedure
Detailed application with curriculum vitae including certified copies of qualifications, names and addresses including email addresses, phone numbers of three (3) current referees including one from past/present employer, if any, should be sent to the address below:
The Executive Director – Human Resources
PNG University of Technology
Private Mail Bag
Lae, 411
Papua New Guinea
Applications must be compiled and sent as one PDF file to [contact details available in the full listing] with an indication of their earliest availability to take up the appointment.
PLEASE NOTE
- Applications will remain open until the position is filled. Early applications are encouraged.
- Only shortlisted applications will be acknowledged.
- PNGUoT is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Female applicants are encouraged to apply.
