Lecturer Linguistics (English Language) job at Mountains of the Moon University

The main purpose of the job:

To teach, supervise, conduct, and promote research studies, disseminate research findings, and participate in community service.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities shall be to;

• Prepare and conduct lectures to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Conduct research and disseminate research findings.
• Supervise students undertaking research.
• Conduct seminars and tutorials.
• Set coursework, tests, and examinations according to the University standards.
• Administer coursework, as well as manage and invigilate tests and examinations according to the University standards.
• Mark tests, examination scripts, and compile results according to the approved grading standards of the University.

• Attend to students’ inquiries and academic issues.
• Perform any other official duties assigned from time to time

Person Specifications:

a) Qualifications

1. PhD in Linguistics (English Language) from a recognized awarding Institution, or being on PhD Track.
2. Master’s Degree in Linguistics (English Language) from a recognized awarding Institution.
3. An Honors Bachelor of Arts in Languages or Bachelor of Arts with Education (English Language and Literature), from a recognized awarding Institution.
4. Any other English language proficiency training is an added advantage.

b) Experience

1. i) Should have at least two (2) years of teaching experience in an Institution of Higher Learning.
2. ii) Evidence of having published a scientific article in the last two (2) years, will be an added advantage.

c) Competences

1. i) Innovative teaching methods.
2. ii) Digital Literacy

iii)      Excellent communication and presentation skills.

1. iv) Critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills
2. v) Highly adaptable and resilient
3. vi) Teamwork and collaboration ethos

vii)     Conflict prevention and resolution traits

viii)    Accuracy and attention to detail

1. Integrity and accountability

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