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Job Description
The positions of Assistant Lecturer in Economics usually fall under the common description of “Teaching Assistants”, TAs. They provide support to module leaders in the delivery and assessment of their modules and assist with laboratory (where appropriate) and paper-work. They are also expected to pursue their graduate studies leading to the Ph.D. degree which enable them to embark on an academic teaching and research career.
TAs are recognized as an integral part of Faculty/departmental teams and are exposed to the full management processes in existence. This includes line-management, staff development, Performance, and Development Review and conformity with the University’s rules and regulations.
Responsibilities:
- To report to the assigned line manager/module leader.
- To attend regularly and punctually.
- To aid module leaders in module management.
- To attend lectures given by the module leader whom they are assisting;
- To order or obtain materials needed for classes.
- To teach and supervise students on a regularly monitored basis during tutorials and, where appropriate, practical, and laboratory sessions.
- To prepare, under supervision, teaching materials, e.g. for practical sessions (lab manuals, power-point presentations) and different types of academic materials (Photocopying and distributing).
- To monitor student attendance as required.
- To offer academic help during office hours and answer students’ queries.
- To assist in collecting assignments and other assessment submissions.
- To arrange for supervisors/MLs to conduct teaching observations; meet with supervisors to receive feedback about teaching performance.
- To assist with conferences as deemed appropriate.
- To invigilate examinations.
- To use and develop e-learning effectively to support learning and teaching.
- To contribute to the marketing, recruitment, and development of the University.
- To participate in appropriate staff development programmes.
- To complete their graduate studies within the time limits set by the relevant Laws and Regulations.
- To carry out other duties as deemed appropriate by the HoD.
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
- A Master’s Degree in the relevant specialization.
- At least a standing of “Very Good” in the undergraduate degree.
- Degree from a university in which “English” is the language of teaching.
Skills and Attributes:
- High English language proficiency.
- The ability to explain and receive ideas in the English Language.
- The ability to engage students in tutorial sessions.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills in a multi-cultural environment.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- The ability to deal with large volumes of paperwork.
- Competence in ICT and e-learning skills.
