Tutorial Fellow in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (2 Positions) at KCA University (KCAU)

JOB OBJECTIVE

• To facilitate learning in the University to the highest quality through teaching, administration and academic advisory work and ensure an outstanding student learning experienceTo facilitate learning in the University to the highest quality through teaching, administration and academic advisory work and ensure an outstanding student learning experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach and facilitate learning at undergraduate through lecturer’s seminars, workshops, tutorials and other learning situations as assigned by COD from time to time.
• Participate in developing, administering, and marking exam assignments and continuous assessment tests.
• Assist in developing 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 referring students to support services as appropriate.
• Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of high-quality curriculum.
• Participate in supervising and assisting undergraduate and postgraduate students in their research work.
• Carry out research and produce publications as well as other research outputs in line with personal objectives agreed upon in the performance evaluation planning.
• Participate in the writing of research proposals and applying for research grants.
• Contribute and participate in developing the department and faculty seminars to share research outcomes and build interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department.
• Provide pastoral care to students through academic advising and counselling.
• Contribute to departmental, faculty and/or University-wide working groups or committees when requested to do so.
• Undertake continuous professional development and participate in staff development and training activities to update and enhance skills.
• Maintain proper records of students’ examinations, assignments, and continuous assessment tests and ensure they are keyed to the examination records management system on time.
• Attend departmental, Faculty and University-wide meetings with other staff members.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Have a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree qualification from an accredited and recognized University in the relevant field.
• Be registered or registerable for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or equivalent Doctoral degree qualification and
• Be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)

OTHER SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent research skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Time management skills and attention to detail