Adjunct Faculty – Lecturer in Pathology at United States International University - USIU Africa

Job Summary:

The successful candidates will be reporting to the Dean School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences; the incumbent will be expected to teach Pathology courses.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach and assess Pathology and Pathophysiology courses to undergraduate students in Bachelor of Pharmacy and related health science programs.
• Introduce and mark practical and laboratory reports for assigned courses that have practical component
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
• Support and mentor students in their career endeavors.
• Participate in curriculum development activities to ensure that the programs and the teaching content are up-to-date and marketable;
• Participate in program assessment and reviews;

Minimum Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience

•  A Master’s degree in Pathology, Human Pathology, Biomedical Science, or a closely related discipline from a recognized/accredited university.
•   A PhD or MMed in Pathology or a closely related discipline from a recognized/accredited university will be an added advantage.
•   Registration with the relevant professional or regulatory body, where applicable, will be an added advantage.
•   Should have at least three (3) years of university teaching experience; demonstrated ability to teach Pathology and Pathophysiology to students from diverse disciplines, including pharmacy, nursing, and other health sciences, will be an added advantage.

Personal Attributes & Competencies

• Excellent computer background;
• Be self-motivated and highly-disciplined;
• Excellent command of the subject area including lesson planning;
• Managing ambiguity and emotions;
• Managing technological change;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Excellent listening and mediation skills;
• Excellent fundraising and grants writing skills;
• Excellent presentation skills;
• Excellent research writing skills.