Lecturer I (Nursing Science) at University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (UAST), Ihugh

JOB PURPOSE

• Lecturer I denotes academic maturity, clinical leadership and mentorship capacity.
• At this level, the Nursing Science academic is expected to own courses, lead clinical instruction, mentor junior staff, and translate nursing research into practice and policy, especially within African health systems.
• The job purpose is to deliver high-quality independent teaching and clinical leadership, lead impactful nursing research and innovation, mentor junior staff, and contribute strategically to institutional governance and accreditation.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching & Clinical Leadership:

• Coordinate core Nursing Science courses and clinical modules.
• Lead OSCEs, simulations and clinical assessments.
• Supervise undergraduate research and professional development activities.

Research, Publications & Innovation:

• Lead or co-lead nursing research and quality-improvement initiatives.
• Publish in reputable peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.
• Develop innovations in nursing education, patient care or community health.

Leadership & Institutional Service:

• Mentor Assistant Lecturers and Lecturer II academics.
• Serve on School and University committees, accreditation teams and policy groups.
• Uphold and promote professional standards of nursing education and practice.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Nursing Science (or Senate-approved cognate).
• Valid NMCN practising licence.
• A minimum of four (4) publications, in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
• Evidence of clinical guidelines, educational innovations or community health impact is an advantage.

Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

• PhD in Nursing Science (or Senate-approved cognate).
• Valid NMCN practising licence.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

• At least three (3) years as Lecturer II (or equivalent).
• Active membership of recognised national or international nursing professional bodies.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Teaching excellence and curriculum leadership
• Research leadership and mentorship
• Clinical governance and ethics
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Strategic thinking