Central University is at the terminal stages of rolling out Medical (MBChB) degree programmes for both prospective post-SHS graduates (generic) and first-degree holders (GEMP).
The university is therefore embarking on an active recruitment drive to augment its teaching and non-teaching staff for the intended medical programmes.
Applications are hereby invited from qualified individuals for the following full-time positions.
VACANCY FOR HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS.
Head of Basic Medical Sciences
The Applicant
- Must be at least on the rank of Senior Lecturer from a recognized tertiary institution.
- Must have a PhD or terminal degree in any of the following disciplines (Anatomy, Physiology & Medical Biochemistry).
- Previous experience in similar roles would be an advantage.
Responsibilities
- Provide academic and administrative leadership to department.
- Offer teaching and supervisory services to medical students.
- Fulfill all other obligations for an academic senior member and
- Execute any other role that may be assigned by the Dean or Vice Chancellor.
Head of Para-Clinical Sciences
The Applicant;
- Must be at least on the rank of Senior Lecturer from a recognized tertiary institution.
- Must have a PhD or terminal degree in any of the following disciplines (Medical Microbiology, Pathology, Chemical Pathology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Pharmacology. Haematology).
- Previous experience in similar roles would be an advantage.
Responsibilities
- Provide academic and administrative leadership to department.
- Offer teaching and supervisory services to students.
- Fulfill all other obligations for an academic senior member and
- Execute any other role that may be assigned by the Dean or Vice Chancellor.
Head of Clinical Sciences
The Applicant;
- Must be at least on the rank of Senior Lecturer from a recognized tertiary institution or must have worked as a clinician in public or private practice for a minimum of seven years.
- Must have a PhD or terminal degree (fellowship) or at least membership qualification from a recognized body in any of the following clinical areas (Internal Medicine/Accident & Emergency Medicine and Family Medicine).
- Previous experience in similar roles would be an advantage.
Responsibilities
- Provide academic and administrative leadership to the department.
- Provide clinical services at the yet-to-be-operational Central University Hospital
- Offer teaching and supervisory services to medical students.
- Collaborate with external hospital partners and clinical faculties
- Fulfill all other obligations for an academic senior member and
- Execute any other role that may be assigned by the Dean or Vice Chancellor.
TEACHING STAFF VACANCIES
Lecturers/Senior Lecturers/Associate Professors/Professors wanted in the following areas;
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Medical Biochemistry
- Biostatistics
- Pharmacology
- Medical Microbiology
- Chemical Pathology
- Medical Laboratory
- Haematology
- Pathology/Laboratory Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- General Surgery
- Community Medicine
- Paediatrics/Child Health
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Radiology
- Anaesthesia
- Psychiatry
Positions and Basic Qualification Requirements
| THE APPLICANT (POSITION) | BASIC QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS |
| Lecturers:
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A minimum of a PhD in the relevant discipline, or, in the case of clinicians, a minimum of a Membership certificate from a recognized professional body. |
| Senior Lecturer: | A minimum of a PhD in the relevant discipline, or in the case of clinicians, a minimum of a Membership certificate from a recognized professional body, and must have at least six (6) publications in peer-reviewed journals.
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| Associate Professor:
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A minimum of a PhD in the relevant discipline, or in the case of clinicians, a minimum of a Membership certificate from a recognized professional body, and must have at least fifteen (15) publications in peer-reviewed journals. |
| Professor:
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A minimum of a PhD in the relevant discipline, or in the case of clinicians, a minimum of a Membership certificate from a recognized professional body, and must have at least twenty-four (24) publications in peer-reviewed journals. |
NON-TEACHING STAFF VACANCIES
Laboratory Technologists/Technicians
The Applicant;
- Must hold at least a first degree in Medical Laboratory Science/Biotechnology/Biological Sciences or related disciplines from a recognized tertiary institution.
- A Master’s degree would be an added advantage.
- The preferred candidate should have at least three years of working experience in a related environment and must demonstrate the ability to operate within multiple tissue-related laboratory facilities.
Curator/Academic Mortuary Manager
The Applicant;
- Must hold a first degree, preferably in Mortuary Science or Medical Laboratory Science/Technology or Biological Sciences from a recognized tertiary institution.
- A Master’s degree in Business Management would be an added advantage.
- The preferred candidate must have at least five (5) years of working experience in the embalming of bodies and operation of mortuary services.
Anatomical Pathology Technicians/Mortuary Assistants/Janitors.
The Applicant;
- Must hold a minimum of a Senior High School or Technical School Certificate.
- Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) holders may have an advantage.
- Must be at least 25 years of age.
- Previous working experience in a mortuary facility would be an added advantage.
MODE OF APPLICATION.
All interested individuals should visit the university’s website at www.central.edu.gh to download and complete the application forms.
Hard copies of the completed application forms must be returned via post or delivered in person to:
- The Director, Human Resource Directorate,
- Central University.
- O. Box 2305,
- Miotso Campus, Off Tema-Aflao Road.
The deadline for submission of completed application forms is Friday, 10th July 2026.
NB: Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.
