Associate Professor of Software Engineering at KCA University (KCAU)

Job Objective

• The job holder will facilitate quality teaching, research, innovations, and linkages in the School of Technology, aligning with the University’s strategic plans and direction, particularly in the Software Engineering field.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach and facilitate learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels through lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials and other learning situations as assigned by the CoD from time to time.
• Participate in the development, administration and marking of exams, assignments and continuous assessment tests.
• Assist in the development of learning materials, preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.
• Provide advice, guidance, and feedback to students to support their academic progress and refer students to support services as appropriate.
• Carry out research and produce publications, as well as other research outputs.
• Provide pastoral care to students through academic advising and counselling.
• Undertake continuous professional development and participate in staff development and training activities to update and enhance skills.
• Maintain accurate records of students’ examinations, assignments, and continuous assessment tests, and ensure timely entry into the examination records management system.
• Attend departmental, Faculty and University-wide meetings with other staff members.
• Supervise postgraduate students as assigned by the School of Technology.
• Assist in writing of research and grant proposals.
• Participate in the review of existing graduate research programs and make recommendations for improvement.
• Participate in peer review of faculty for academic promotion.
• Participate in the development, planning and implementation of high-quality curriculum for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Any other duties that may be assigned to you by your supervisor.

Qualifications And Experience

• An earned Ph.D. or equivalent degree qualification in Software Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field from an accredited and recognised University.
• At least three (3) years of demonstrated quality and progressive teaching experience at the University as Senior Lecturer, or Senior Researcher/Industry experience or equivalent.
• A minimum of five (5) high-quality relevant publications in refereed journals since last promotion to the position of Senior Lecturer.
• Supervised a minimum of four (4) postgraduate students to completion, including at least one doctoral student.
• Attracted research or development funds as a Senior Lecturer or Senior Research Fellow.
• Registered with the relevant professional body.
• Demonstrated evidence of service to the University and community.
• Evidence of both national and international contributions through scholarly meetings, conferences, research seminars, and service on national/international advisory boards will be an added advantage.