Senior Lecturer - Department of Development Studies (One Position) at Daystar University

Purpose of the Job:

• Contribute to the scholarship and intellectual life of the university by teaching, conducting research and mentoring students in line with the University guidelines.

Requirements:

•  Christian commitment and practice
•  An Earned PhD in Development Studies from an accredited University
•  At least six (6) years post-PhD experience in teaching at university level or six (6) years in research/industry
•  Evidence of supervising at least three (3) postgraduate students to completion as a Lecturer.
•  A minimum of 32 publication points as a Lecturer of which at least 24 should be from refereed journal papers.
•  Evidence of active participation in school/departmental activities or demonstrated leadership in university activities
•  Evidence of ability to attract research funding is an added advantage.
•  Membership in the relevant professional bodies.

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid (teaching online and face to face-to-face students): Applicants must be adaptable and open to working in both environments.

Responsibilities:

•  Teaching of both online and in-campus students in line with schemes, policies, processes, and procedures
•  Conducting quality research to enhance the scholarship, visibility, and intellectual contribution of the University.
•  Evaluating students through continuous assessments and examinations
•  Engaging in curriculum and program review and development for both online and in campus students.
•  Mobilizing resources and building bridges with industry
•  Mentoring of students in academic and spiritual nurture
•  Implementing of best practices in teaching, training and research for improved performance and achievements.
•  Implementing change initiatives to achieve desired university plans and culture
•  Ensuring consistent Christian behaviour in line with the university’s vision