Jobs at Lagos Business School

 This position plays a pivotal role in the development of impactful and well-researched case studies that serve multiple strategic purposes. It contributes significantly to enriching the quality of classroom instruction by providing real-world business scenarios, supports faculty-led academic research through the provision of relevant and practical data, and fosters deeper collaboration and engagement between the institution and industry stakeholders. By producing case studies that reflect current challenges and trends in the business environment, the role enhances both academic relevance and industry connectivity

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/KEY JOB ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide professional writing expertise in developing cases and technical notes.
• Deliver regular work-in-progress updates based on an agreed timeline.
• Consult relevant standard references to ensure adherence to required quality standards for cases, making them publishable in targeted case publishing houses such as Harvard Case Publishing.
• Conduct secondary research to properly position cases and ensure the inclusion of necessary questions in interview guides, particularly questions addressing non-public information.
• Acquire necessary information about companies or protagonists for case writing.
• Manage case production timelines and budgets.
• Attend and administer interview questions with or without faculty when necessary.
• Develop a teaching note for each case.
• Attend and participate in feedback sessions with students and provide direct feedback to faculty to enhance the quality of cases.
• Review cases, teaching notes, and technical notes written by faculty and provide input to improve quality and standards.
• Ensure strict adherence to the case protocol and meet all quality requirements before a case or technical note is published.
• Organise regular case writing seminars and workshops for faculty and research assistants.
• Follow up with faculty writing cases to provide assistance on the best writing approaches and strategies.
• Act as the custodian of the research code of conduct for case writing and ensure all authors comply before final approval for case publication.
• Generate case leads and discuss them with subject expert faculty.
• Maintain communication with case subject companies or protagonists when necessary.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number of high-quality cases and technical notes developed and published.
• Timeliness in the case and technical note development based on agreed deadlines.
• Quality and relevance of research conducted for case writing.
• Compliance with international standards for case writing.
• Effective communication and collaboration with faculty members.
• Successful organisation of case writing seminars and workshops.
• Adherence to research and publication ethics.
• Timely and constructive feedback provided to faculty on case drafts.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED. 

To be successful in this role, the role holder should possess the following.

• Planning and Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and stakeholders.
• Time Management Skills: Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Oral and Written Communication: Excellent ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively.
• Editorial Skills: Strong attention to detail in reviewing and editing content.
• Coordination Skills: Ability to oversee projects from conception to publication.
• Integrity and Confidentiality: High ethical standards in research and publication.
• Flexibility: Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements.
• Creativity and Innovation: Ability to produce engaging and insightful cases.
• Business and Case Writing Knowledge: Understanding of case methodology and storytelling techniques.
• Project Management and Administration: Ability to oversee and execute research projects.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Management, Basic Sciences, or a related discipline from a reputable institution.
• Professional certifications in writing or business case writing are required.

EXPERIENCE        

• Minimum of three years of experience in a business writing capacity.

SALARY GRADE

Administrative Cadre

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Purpose of Position:  

Providing comprehensive research support to faculty, including literature reviews, experimental design, and data management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/KEY JOB ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Collaborate proactively with the supervising faculty through scheduled consultations to align research goals, assignments, and progress updates.
• Conduct in-depth literature reviews to extract, synthesise, and critique key arguments and emerging trends within relevant fields.
• Contribute to the development of scholarly publications by drafting high-quality sections and supporting materials.
• Develop well-structured articles, briefs, and reports that inform and enhance academic outputs.
• Support the end-to-end publication process, including rigorous editing, accurate referencing, and professional formatting of manuscripts and case studies.
• Identify and gather relevant secondary data and execute fieldwork, including surveys and interviews, to enrich research insights.
• Analyse and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to generate meaningful conclusions for publication and decision-making.
• Conduct exploratory studies and fact-finding assignments to validate concepts and provide foundational support for broader research projects.
• Ensure the supervising faculty’s academic profiles (e.g., Google Scholar, LBS website) are current and reflective of recent contributions.
• Take ownership of additional academic tasks that directly contribute to the quality and impact of research outputs.
• Execute any other responsibilities delegated by the faculty or line manager to support research excellence and institutional goals.
• Support the faculty in recording class attendance during sessions.
• Provide assistance in the preparation of course outlines and teaching materials.
• Carry out other instructional duties as assigned by the faculty.
• Maintain and update the faculty calendar, reflecting all teaching sessions and academic commitments.
• Collaborate with programme managers to schedule faculty sessions and prevent scheduling conflicts.
• Coordinate with seminar organisers to arrange sessions involving the faculty.
• Provide the faculty with advance notice of daily assignments and engagements.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• The quantity of publications produced in collaboration with the supervising faculty.
• Timely and efficient execution of assigned responsibilities.
• The quality of feedback received from the faculty or line manager.
• Consistent class attendance and effective coordination and documentation of student participation.
• Faculty evaluation of performance in assigned teaching-related duties.
• Effective resolution of scheduling conflicts involving the faculty.
• Preparation and communication of the faculty’s annual, monthly, and daily assignments in advance.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED. The following competencies are required for the role:

• Strong quantitative analysis skills
• Proficient in computer applications and digital tools
• Excellent time management abilities
• Effective planning and organisational capabilities
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Adaptability and ability to perform well under pressure
• Proficiency in Excel, SPSS, and related software
• Accurate transcription skills
• Skilled in conducting online research
• Familiarity with proofreading and referencing techniques
• Experience in fieldwork implementation
• Understanding of both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
• Competence in scheduling and managing calendar events

QUALIFICATIONS 

• A strong first degree in a Social Science or Science discipline is required.
• A Master’s or Research-based degree will be an added advantage.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Any relevant professional body.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in data collation/analysis in a medium or large-scale organisation or research institution.

SALARY GRADE

Administrative