Part-time Senior Lecturer, Health Professions Education/Medical Education

About

Amref International University seeks a part-time Senior Lecturer in Health Professions Education/Medical Education to teach Public Health, support curricula, examinations, quality assurance, research, postgraduate supervision and departmental activities. Applicants need a relevant PhD, specified professional and research credentials, and at least five years of university teaching experience in Public Health at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

How to apply

Apply online through the official advert page on SmartRecruiters. Your application should include a cover letter detailing why you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and experience.

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Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures, tutorials, seminars, and skills-based sessions in Public Health to graduate and undergraduate students as allocated.
• Provide technical assistance in the design, development, review, and implementation of curricula and syllabi.
• Develop, moderate, and administer examinations.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to students.
• Participate in internal and external moderation processes of university examinations.
• Participate in departmental, faculty, and University committees.
• Support in developing work plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Contribute to quality assurance and accreditation processes for training resources and practice sites.
• Mentor junior academic staff, including graduate assistants, tutorial fellows, visiting lecturers, and adjunct faculty.
• Represent the department at academic and public engagements; and stakeholders forums.
• Provide technical assistance in developing training guidelines, policies, and business plans.
• Support student recruitment, orientation, and onboarding at the departmental/school level.
• Conduct independent and collaborative research within an area of specialization.
• Apply for and manage research and health development grants.
• Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at academic conferences and seminars.

Qualifications

• PhD in Public Health (Health Professions Education/Medical Education) or a health related discipline from a recognized institution.
• Training in Health Informatics or Health Records or Health Management.
• Registered with the relevant professional body, where applicable.
• Demonstrated evidence of postgraduate supervision and independent/collaborative research.
• Evidence of scholarly publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
• At least five (5) years of university teaching experience in Public Health at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum design, development, and review.
• Demonstrated experience in postgraduate supervision (Master’s and/or PhD students).
• Experience reviewing postgraduate proposals, theses, and dissertations, and serving on academic committees.
• Experience in quality assurance, curriculum review, or accreditation is an added advantage.
• Sound knowledge of research methodology, research ethics, and academic integrity requirements.
• Familiarity with postgraduate policies, examination procedures, and higher education regulatory standards.
• Strong pedagogical, assessment, and feedback skills.
• Excellent research and grant-writing competencies.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.