# Teaching Assistant – Medical And Surgical Nursing

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Company: Levy Mwanawasa Medical University

Category: Healthcare & Medical

Location: Zambia, Lusaka

Work type: Full-time

Work arrangement: On-site

Published: 2026-10-22

Expires: 2026-11-10

## Job Description

### LEVY MWANAWASA MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

### VACANCIES – SCHOOL OF NURSING

### VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Levy Mwanawasa Medical University (LMMU) invites applications from suitably qualified, motivated, and experienced professionals to fill the following academic and clinical positions in the School of Nursing. All positions are on a full-time basis.

### TEACHING ASSISTANT – MEDICAL AND SURGICAL NURSING

### Job Purpose

To support teaching, clinical skills demonstration and supervision of students in Medical and Surgical Nursing, ensuring the effective integration of theoretical knowledge and clinical practice in accordance with University and professional standards.

### Key Responsibilities

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Support lecturers in the delivery of Medical and Surgical Nursing teaching and practical sessions.

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Demonstrate nursing procedures and assist with skills laboratory instruction.

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Supervise and guide students during medical and surgical clinical placements.

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Assist in assessing and documenting students’ clinical competencies.

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Promote patient safety, ethical conduct and professional nursing practice.

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Maintain accurate records of student attendance, clinical performance and assessments.

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Participate in departmental academic and quality assurance activities.

### Qualifications and Experience

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Grade 12 Certificate with five credits, including English, Mathematics and Science.

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Bachelor of Science in Nursing or a related nursing discipline, with competence in Medical and Surgical Nursing.

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Minimum of two (2) years of clinical teaching experience at university level or its equivalent.

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NMCZ registration and ZAQA clearance.

### Key Attributes and Competencies

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Strong medical and surgical nursing clinical skills.

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Ability to demonstrate procedures and support student learning.

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Good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.

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Professionalism, ethics, integrity and commitment to mentorship.

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An advanced diploma in Clinical Instructing will be an added advantage.

### How to Apply

### Applications should be addressed to the

The Registrar Levy Mwanawasa Medical University

Email address: vacancies@lmmu.ac.zm

### Interested candidates should submit the following

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Cover letter detailing suitability for the role.

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Updated CV with contact details of three referees.

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Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications.

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Levy Mwanawasa Medical University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

### Deadline

All applications must be received by 10th November 2026.

## Requirements

Apply by email: vacancies@lmmu.ac.zm

## Apply

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