About this role
Job Objective
The purpose of this position is to carry out teaching roles, student mentoring, research and other duties in liaison with the University�s overall goal.
Duties and responsibilities
- To teach in areas 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 practicals.
- 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.
- Presenting research papers at national or international conferences and other similar events.
- Dissemination of research outputs.
- Providing mentorship and career guidance to students and staff.
- Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisors or as captured in your detailed job description.
qualification and experience
- Registration for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or equivalent doctorial degree in the relevant field and demonstrate satisfactory progress towards completion.
- A Masters degree in Home Science (Clothing & Textiles) from an accredited/recognised University.
- A Bachelors degree in Home Science (Clothing & Textiles) from an accredited/recognised University.
- At least three (3) years of relevant post-qualification work experience;
- Demonstrate University- level teaching and research experience.
- Registration with, or eligibility for recognition with the relevant professional body where applicable.
Skills
Research