Teaching Staff in the Department of Computer Science

The Institute of Applied Sciences (INES-Ruhengeri) is a private research university in Rwanda's Northern Province focused on profession-oriented higher education and applied research with close industry ties. Its mission is to contribute to national and regional development through specialized education and research, guided by principles like student-centered methodology and vertical mobility.

https://www.ines.ac.rw

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Institut d’Enseignement Supérieur de Ruhengeri (INES-Ruhengeri) is calling for applications for the following vacant teaching positions:

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To teach the students and ensure adherence to and compliance with current advances in both research and pedagogy.
To compile teaching, study tools, and other instructional materials, select appropriate textbooks and other literature sources, support teaching assistants and laboratory and/or fieldwork.
To review, evaluate and provide advisory services on research proposals presented for either thesis or funding by students.
To develop innovative course materials.
To mobilize resources for research, teaching, development, networking, outreach, dissemination of research findings, community service, internships, and placements.
To engage in relevant cutting-edge research along with students and other academic and technical staff.
To provide advisory services in publishing research outputs by students in reputable journals and periodicals that enhance the visibility and recognition of INES-Ruhengeri as an institution of research excellence in the various thematic research fields.
To participate in community development initiatives and faculty governance.

Note: Local and international candidates are welcome, with priority given to females.

Available Positions	Minimum job requirements
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
One (1) position	PhD holder in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Industrial IT, Networking or a closely related field. The PhD degree must be obtained from a recognized and accredited institution. Candidates with foreign qualifications must provide an official equivalence certificate. Demonstrated competence and experience in software development, web and mobile application development, databases, data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Proven proficiency in relevant programming languages and technologies such as Java, Python, JavaScript, PHP, SQL-based databases, and related frameworks. Solid background in research proven by published papers in reputable national and/or international academic journals. A minimum of three (3) years of teaching, research, or consultancy experience after completion of the PhD degree will be an added advantage. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to teach, mentor students, and collaborate effectively with academic and technical teams. Strong commitment to innovation, applied research, and student-centred learning. Exceptional organizational and teamwork abilities. Availability for direct appointment as Full-time Teaching Staff.

How to apply

Detailed Curriculum Vitae with proof of the required professional experience, certified copies of degrees with equivalences (if applicable) and transcripts, a copy of the national identity card or passport, certificates, and any other useful document with an application letter addressed to the Vice-Chancellor of INES-Ruhengeri. All documents must be submitted electronically via https://digitalcampus.ines.ac.rw/recruitment/no later than 13th February 2026, at 05:00 PM.

Done at Musanze, on 9th February 2026

Fr. Dr. Jean Bosco BARIBESHYA

Vice-Chancellor