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.

Responsibilities or duties

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 or requirements 

A minimum of a relevant PhD, master’s and bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, Pharmacology or related field from an accredited University.

Experience needed

At least three (3) years teaching/research experience at the University level as Lecturer/Research Fellow.

• 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.

• Teaching
• Research
• Curriculum Development
• Mentorship
• Career Guidance
• Collaboration
• Grant Writing
• Consultancy
• Dissemination of Research Findings
• Industry Linkages

• 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.
• 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.