Job Description

Posted on April 14, 2023

Texila American University is a World Class Affordable Educational Provider. We are a forward-looking, modern university with a proud tradition as a provider of high-quality education and a focus on applied research. Texila Group–has 4000+ students from 70+ Countries for its varied program verticals.
The University seeks to recruit suitably qualified individuals for the position of “Lecturer in Information Technology”
Job Responsibilities
1. Teaching:

Proficient usage of Audio Visual and Digital forms of Lecture delivery
Writing lecture material and handouts and presenting information in lectures; seminars and tutorials.
Marking student papers
Maybe a member of the departmental planning team to determine the teaching program for the academic year;
Takes feedback from students to improve teaching methodologies and content within the department /faculty; for example, will make changes to course material;
Changing and adapting course material following research;
Providing guidance and advice to students, e.g., career advice or advice regarding personal issues.
Responsible for conducting Lectures and Lab sessions as per curriculum.
To ensure that all information is duly uploaded in LMS and ERP (as applicable) on timely basis

2. Research – publications:

Writing papers on a topic relevant to a specialist subject area. This will include journals, books, and other material.

3. Research – active:

Investigating new areas of research within specialist subject area;
Identifying research topic;
Determining appropriate research methodologies for research;
Adapting research methodologies.
Applying appropriate research methodologies for research and analyzing results/conclusions to formulate new concepts and ideas;
Writing reports to relevant bodies about progress of research.

4. Examinations:

Responsible for preparation of assessment papers for examinations
Marking examination papers for graduate and undergraduate students;
Writing examination reports for faculty/departmental review;
Writing dissertation reports;

5. Administration:

May be a member of departmental/faculty subject group, determining teaching

6. External:

Attending conferences in specialist subject areas to liaise and network with national/international colleagues the role holder may, on occasion, be invited to give presentations and lectures in his/her specialism and/or organize sessions in conferences or workshops;
Participating in external working groups – on occasions the role holder may be asked to participate in collaborative projects;
May provide references on behalf of academic colleagues.
May participate in peer review of publications.

7. Other:

Perform any other lawful duties as assigned.

Skills

Drive for results
Quality focus
Integrity
Planning, organizing and flexibility
Confidence and self-control
Problem-solving and initiative
Critical information seeking
Communicating with clarity
Embracing change
Collaborating with others
Influencing and relationship building
Innovation and creativity

Qualification

Minimum of 3 years lecturing experience in a recognized institution of higher learning.
Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology (IT)/ Computer Science.
A taught Master’s degree in Information Technology (IT)/ Computer Science.
A PhD in a relevant field is an added advantage

Job application procedure
Candidates that meet the requirements are to send their updated CVs to [email protected]  before Friday, 21st April, 2023.

To apply for this job email your details to muzovu.mudenda@tau.edu.zm