Professor Dr. Mohammad Musharof Hossain of Chittagong University’s Botany Department has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University (JKKNIU) in Mymensingh.The Ministry of Education issued a notification in this regard on Thursday (May 14), stating that President Mohammed Shahabuddin, also the Chancellor of the university, made the appointment. Prior to this new assignment, Prof Musharof served as the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Jamalpur Science and Technology University.According to the notification, the appointment was made under Section 10(1) of the Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University Act, 2006. His tenure will be for four years from the date of joining, or until the date of his retirement.The order further specifies that Prof Musharof will receive a salary and allowances equivalent to his current position, along with other benefits as per the rules. As the chief executive officer of the university, he is required to reside on the campus full-time.The notification also mentioned that the President and Chancellor reserve the right to revoke the appointment at any time if deemed necessary.