Full Professor / Associate Professor /Senior Lecturer/ Lecturer — Geography Job Descriptions
Job Qualifications
| Minimum Requirements |
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| 3 years' university teaching or research experience is an added advantage, with evidence of research publications or academic research potential. |
| Membership in relevant professional and academic bodies is an added advantage. |
| PhD in a closely related discipline from a recognized university |
Job Responsibilities
| Job Responsibilities |
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| Academic Governance — Participate in departmental meetings and academic committees. |
| Curriculum Development — Participate in development and review of Geography curricula; contribute to improvement of teaching methodologies |
| Decision Making / Job Influence Operational decisions relating to teaching and student assessment. Technical decisions concerning curriculum delivery and research methodology. Advisory decisions relating to academic program improvement |
| Knowledge of higher education academic standards Academic collaboration and teamwork skills Commitment to academic excellence and innovation |
| Participates in research grant applications and research funding initiatives, and ensures proper use of academic facilities and teaching resources |
| Research and Publication — Conduct research contributing to advancement of knowledge in Geography and related fields; publish research findings in reputable academic journals |
| Research and Scholarly Activities — Conduct research and publish scholarly work in peer-reviewed academic journals; participate in research projects and conferences |
| Responsibility for Physical Assets Utilizes teaching facilities including lecture rooms, language laboratories, libraries, and academic equipment. |
| Stakeholder Engagement — Participate in academic conferences and professional forums; engage with relevant professional bodies and stakeholders |
| Student Supervision — Supervise undergraduate research projects and assist in postgraduate supervision; provide academic guidance and mentorship |
| Student Support — Provide academic advising and mentorship to students; support student research and academic development |
| Teaching Administration — Prepare and deliver lectures and academic materials in accordance with approved curricula; conduct assessments including examinations and coursework evaluations |
| Teaching and curriculum delivery skills Research and scholarly publication skills Student supervision and mentorship skills |
| Teaching and Learning — Deliver lectures, tutorials, and seminars at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; prepare course outlines, teaching materials, and assessment tools. |
| Working Conditions Primarily based within the academic and research environment, involving teaching, research activities, student supervision, and academic governance |