Jobs at United States International University - USIU Africa

Job Summary

The Nursing Assistant Professor will be a crucial faculty member responsible for teaching, research, and clinical duties, with a primary focus on educating and mentoring nursing students, conducting research, and contributing to the field of nursing.

Operational Responsibilities

Teaching:
The Nursing Assistant Professor will pivotal role in shaping the next generation of nurses, advancing nursing research, and improving patient care outcomes. This position combines academic responsibilities with clinical expertise to help students become proficient, compassionate, and well-rounded nursing professionals.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Nursing.
• Masters in Nursing in any of the nursing specialties
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (or eligibility for licensure).
• Experience in clinical nursing practice, including patient care and nursing procedures.
• A strong commitment to teaching, research, and the nursing profession.
• Effective communication and mentoring skills.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and students effectively.
• Fulfills Commission for University Education requirements for the position.
• Demonstrable ability to engage in independent research, with an established record of scholarly publication.
• Demonstrable success in the supervision of postgraduate students.
• Have attracted research funds or development funds or educational resources.

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Job Summary

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Dean, School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Essential to this role is the desire of the successful applicant to primarily focus on educating Bachelor of Pharmacy Students, engaging in research activities, and providing clinical expertise to enhance the overall learning experience and advance the field of pharmacy, as well as contribute to world-class research that improves practice while delivering a service to the university and the community.

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Pharmacy Assistant Professor will be a key faculty member involved in teaching, research, and clinical responsibilities. The primary focus is on educating pharmacy students, engaging in research activities, and providing clinical expertise to enhance the overall learning experience and advance the field of pharmacy.

Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Clinical Pharmacy or Registered for a PhD in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent degree in a recognized university.
• Master of Pharmacy in Clinical Pharmacy
• Bachelor of Pharmacy from an accredited institution or equivalent with one (1) year of post-doctoral/residency experience and three (3) years of academic and clinical experience.
• Registered with the Pharmacy and Poisons board and holds a current practice license.
• Fulfills Commission for University Education requirements for the position.
• Demonstrable ability to engage in independent clinical research, with an established record of scholarly publication / Cases / Conference presentations / Relevant certifications.
• Experience in teaching and supervising pharmacy students in clinical settings.
• Demonstrable success in the supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Demonstrable abilities to work effectively as an interdisciplinary and collegial team member, well-developed interpersonal skills, and the ability to provide leadership and take the initiative.

Characteristic Job Tasks and Responsibilities:

• To promote and preserve the mission of USIU-Africa.
• Teach and precept Pharmacy students at clinical sites.
• Participate in Skills laboratory including Physical Assessment.
• Participate in developing innovative advanced Pharmacy programs.
• Provide Medication Therapy Management services at the respective clinical sites.
• Coordinate courses and prepare educational tools.
• Contribute to the planning and administration of the School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
• Organize and provide inter-professional training.
• Serve as advisor/mentor to assigned students.
• Serve on committees as assigned.
• Participate in faculty and professional development opportunities.
• Participate in accreditation and other administrative functions.
• Must be able to take direction and receive assignments from the head of department / Dean.
• Works closely and collaboratively with other Faculty and Staff in and on a variety of shared responsibilities, and ensures good communication with other administrative offices.
• Faculty members will contribute and be responsible for overall student success, including, but not limited to, advising and student outcomes.

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The successful candidate will be reporting to the Dean, School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Essential to this role is the desire of the successful applicant to train Ready-To-Go 4-In-1 healthcare professionals in public health, epidemiology, and data analysis, as well as contribute to world-class research that improves practice while delivering a service to the university and the community.

Key Responsibilities

The Health Data Science Assistant Professor will be a key faculty member in a healthcare or academic institution responsible for teaching, research, and application of data science principles to healthcare-related data. This role primarily focuses on educating students, conducting research in health data science, and contributing to advancements in the field.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in Epidemiology - Health Data Science, Health Informatics, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Epidemiology - Health data science, Health Informatics, or a related field.
• Proficiency in data analysis and programming languages such as Strata, R and Python.
• Strong research and publication record in health data science or related areas.
• Fulfills Commission for University Education requirements for the position.
• Demonstrable ability to engage in independent research, with an established record of scholarly publication.
• Demonstrable success in the supervision of postgraduate students.
• Have attracted research funds or development funds or educational resources.
• Demonstrable abilities to work effectively as an interdisciplinary and collegial team member, well developed interpersonal skills, and the ability to provide leadership and take the initiative.

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Reporting to the Chair, Pure and Biomedical Sciences department, School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, the candidate will be expected to support activities in the laboratory and engage in community service.

Key Responsibilities

• Performance of laboratory cadaver dissection, prossection and demonstration for student teaching, examination and research procedures.
• Performance of tissue processing procedures for microscopic (Histology) teaching examination and research such as special staining procedures.
• Demonstrate, interpret and provide instructions in the laboratory microscopic teaching and research to students.
• Planning, documenting, setting up, undertaking (and guiding students on) controlled experiments and trials.
• Maintenance of Anatomy laboratory/cadaver and microscopic material use records, with reports as and when needed.
• Provision of semester and annual inventory reports.
• Use of automated equipment and computerized instruments capable of performing several tests at the same time.
• Preparation of laboratory testing samples for examination by faculty and students.
• Discussion of results and findings of laboratory tests and procedures with faculty and students.
• Operation and maintenance of sophisticated instruments and apparatus like the tissue processor.
• Set up, calibration, maintenance, operation and shutting down of laboratory/cadaver instruments.
• Preparation of equipment maintenance schedules and timely and satisfactory maintenance.
• Maintenance of competence in a Laboratory Information System that is crucial to the quality operations of the laboratory.
• Maintenance of material safety data sheets for all School chemicals and products.
• Active participation in Quality Improvement Programs essential to ensure that laboratory testing is accurate, timely and meets customer needs.
• Training and orientation of new Laboratory Technologists in the performance and interpretation of tests.
• Engagement in service to the university, the profession and to the community.
• Adherence to the USIU-Africa Laboratory Safety and Operational Guidelines.
• Performance of any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Anatomy / Mortuary science / Clinical Medicine or related field from accredited university.
• A higher or ordinary diploma or certificate in Clinical Medicine / Mortuary Science from an accredited academic institution is an added advantage.
• Registration by relevant regulatory body;
• Three (3) years of relevant experience in a similar position in a research or higher learning Institution, with evidence of support given to students during their research projects.

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Reporting to the Chair, Pure and Biomedical Sciences department, School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, the successful candidate will be expected to support learning activities in the Biochemistry laboratory

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and conducting lab tests according to standard procedures.
• Supervising and assisting students during laboratory and research sessions.
• Ensuring student adherence to safety protocols while performing laboratory practical.
• Management of laboratory supplies.
• Using, cleaning and maintaining various types of equipment.
• Segregate and dispose of laboratory waste appropriately.

Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry from an accredited university.
• Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience in a similar position in a research or higher learning Institution.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Experience in an accredited laboratory will be an added advantage.
• Excellent skills and competency in biochemical, clinical biochemistry and microbiology techniques.
• Registration by relevant regulatory body (if applicable);

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Reporting to the Chair, Pure and Biomedical Sciences department, School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, the successful candidate will be expected to support learning activities in Microbiology and Pathology courses.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and conducting lab tests according to standard procedures.
• Supervising and assisting students during laboratory and research sessions.
• Ensuring student adherence to safety protocols while performing practicals.
• Management of laboratory supplies.
• Using, cleaning and maintaining various types of equipment.
• Segregate and dispose of laboratory waste appropriately.

Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree or Higher diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience in a similar position in a research or higher learning Institution.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Experience in an accredited laboratory will be an added advantage.
• Excellent skills and competency in medical microbiology, clinical chemistry, and histopathology/cytology.
• Registration by relevant regulatory body (if applicable);

Laboratory Technologist Personal Attributes & Competencies

• Confidentiality and integrity.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Relationship builder & effective negotiator.
• Good communication skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Attention to detail.
• Adaptability and reliability.