Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• PhD or equivalent degree qualification (or a Master’s degree qualification in special cases) in the relevant area from a recognized/accredited University;
  
• A minimum of 24 publication points, of which sixteen (16) should be from refereed journal papers;
  
• Be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable); and
  
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
  

Key Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Lecturing in area of specialization in accordance with the syllabus;
  
• Coordinating course projects and practical work;
  
• Preparing teaching/learning materials;
  
• Setting, invigilating and marking examinations/assignments;
  
• Carrying out research work in relevant field or specialization;
  
• Preparing students progress reports;
  
• Developing proposals for research funding;
  
• Writing journal articles and books;
  
• Presenting academic papers in conferences/seminars/workshops or symposia;
  
• Developing and reviewing academic programmes/curricula; and
  
• Supervising Tutorial/Junior Research Fellows and students.