Job Openings at Zetech University

Job Objective

• Zetech University is seeking a strategic, forward thinking, industry connected, and student centric Senior Lecturer with entrepreneurial acumen to foster teaching, research and innovation ecosystems. The ideal candidate has demonstrated the capability to bridge and academia and grow graduate employability while ensuring sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

They will be reporting to the Head of Department Health Sciences and will be responsible for:

• Teaching Pharmacology Units allocated by the Head of Department.
• Designing, developing, planning and delivering a range of programmes of study, sometimes for entirely new courses at various levels.
• Delivering high-quality lectures and practical sessions.
• Overseeing clinical practice, providing students with real-world learning experiences and guidelines in industry settings.
• Reviewing course content and materials on a regular basis, updating when required.
• Collaborating with academic colleagues on course development, curriculum changes and the development of research activities.
• Carrying out research and writing research grant proposals.
• Seeking and participating in consultancies.
• Disseminating research findings at national or international conferences scientific symposiums and webinars.
• Providing mentorship and career guidance to students and staff.
• Ensuring all academic activities align with the standards of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
• Any other duty that may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a relevant PhD, master’s and bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, Pharmacology or related field from an accredited University.
• At least three (3) years teaching/research experience at the University level as Lecturer/Research Fellow.
• Has evidence of publications as a Lecturer/Research Fellow. Has supervised at least two (2) postgraduate students to completion.
• Attracted research funds as a Lecturer/Research Fellow.
• Has evidence of attending and contributing at academic conferences, seminars or workshops.
• Can demonstrate contribution to university life through active participation in departmental and school matters or meetings, students ‘academic advising, and committee membership among others.
• Demonstrate potential for university teaching, research and community extension.
• Can demonstrate contribution to university life through active participation in departmental and school matters or meetings, students ‘academic advising, and committee membership among others.
• Has demonstrated firm commitment to sustainability in their previous roles. Valid Pharmacy and Poisons Board Practice Licence.
• Is-up to date with industry standards and has established linkages with the industry.

End Date 10th July

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Job Objective

• To support and enhance the quality of academic programs and services by ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulatory standards

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in monitoring and evaluating academic programs and courses to ensure they meet institutional quality standards. 
• Supporting the AQA Manager in conducting regular reviews of academic processes and outcomes 
• Analysing data related to student performance, feedback, and academic quality. 
• Ensuring academic programs and courses are in compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements. 
• Assisting in preparing documentation for accreditation processes and quality audits. 
• Ensuring academic programs and courses are in compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements. 
• Assisting in preparing documentation for accreditation processes and quality audits. 
• Providing support to academic staff on quality assurance matters, including training on best practices for assessments and course delivery. 
• Preparing and maintaining records of quality assurance activities, including meeting notes, reports, and audit results 
• Organising meetings or workshops to engage academic staff in discussions about quality assurance processes. 
• Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisors or as captured in the detailed job description. 

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Education Management, Curriculum Development, Total Quality Management, Management Science, Operations Management or a relevant field from an accredited University. A Master’s degree in the listed fields will be an added advantage.
• A professional qualification or other qualification in Quality Management;
• At least (3) years experience in teaching, administration of academics or student customer service.
• Membership in a relevant and recognised professional body.
• Good understanding of the Universities Act, CUE standards and guidelines, TIVETA and other relevant regulatory body standards and guidelines;
• Familiarity with the development, implementation and management of Curriculum from Diploma to PhD Level;
• An understanding of the Learning Outcomes (LO) and Competence-Based (CBC) approaches to teaching and learning;
• Familiarity with Pedagogical and andragogical Approaches and the requisite Monitoring and Evaluation;
• Working Knowledge of online and face-to-face Teaching and Examination systems and familiarity with Teaching Taxonomies and rubric-building;
• Registered or Registrable for PhD;