Adjunct Faculty - Medical Microbiology (Parasitology) 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, selected course in medical microbiology including Parasitology.

Key Responsibilities/Tasks

• Teach and assess selected microbiology courses to undergraduate students in B.Sc. Applied Biochemistry and Bachelor of Pharmacy.
• Introduce and mark practical reports for assigned courses that have a 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.

Educational /Professional Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology.
• A Master of Science degree in Medical Microbiology.
• A Ph.D. in Parasitology is an added advantage.
• Demonstrable teaching experience is preferred.

Skills and 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.