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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Senior Lecturer
Description
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We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Lecturer to join our academic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in teaching, research, and academic leadership within a higher education institution. As a Senior Lecturer, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, mentoring junior faculty and students, and contributing to the development of academic programs and research initiatives.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and a proven track record of scholarly research. You will be expected to design and deliver engaging course content, assess student performance, and participate in curriculum development. In addition, you will be involved in supervising postgraduate research students and securing research funding through grant applications.
As a Senior Lecturer, you will also play a key role in departmental administration and strategic planning. This includes participating in faculty meetings, contributing to policy development, and supporting the implementation of institutional goals. You will collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to foster an inclusive and innovative academic environment.
We are seeking individuals who are passionate about education and who possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential. Candidates should have a doctoral degree in a relevant field, along with significant teaching experience at the university level.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic academic community and make a meaningful impact on students’ academic and professional development. If you are dedicated to advancing knowledge and inspiring the next generation of scholars, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Develop and update course materials and curricula
- Conduct original research and publish in peer-reviewed journals
- Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects
- Apply for and manage research grants and funding
- Participate in departmental and faculty meetings
- Mentor junior faculty and support their professional development
- Contribute to academic policy and curriculum development
- Engage in community outreach and professional service
- Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects
- Support student learning through academic advising
- Ensure compliance with institutional and accreditation standards
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in a relevant discipline
- Extensive teaching experience in higher education
- Strong record of scholarly research and publications
- Experience in curriculum development and academic planning
- Proven ability to secure research funding
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Commitment to student success and academic excellence
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Experience supervising research students
- Familiarity with digital learning tools and platforms
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrated leadership in academic settings
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What is your experience in teaching at the university level?
- Can you provide examples of your published research?
- Have you supervised postgraduate research students before?
- What strategies do you use to engage students in learning?
- How do you approach curriculum development?
- Have you been involved in securing research grants?
- What is your experience with interdisciplinary collaboration?
- How do you support diversity and inclusion in your teaching?
- What digital tools have you used in your instruction?
- How do you balance teaching, research, and administrative duties?
- What leadership roles have you held in academic settings?
- Why are you interested in this Senior Lecturer position?
