Professor of Management
Full time @KCA University posted 3 weeks ago in Education Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Experience 3 Years
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Qualifications PhD/Fellowship
Job Description
Job Objective
- The job holder will facilitate quality teaching, research, innovations, and linkages in the School of Business, aligning with the University’s strategic plans and direction.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach and facilitate learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels through lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials and other learning situations as assigned by the CoD from time to time.
- Provide leadership to ensure the highest levels of quality, integrity and ethics in all research undertaken in the department and create a dynamic and forward-looking research environment for both staff and students.
- Write research proposals for grants to solve societal problems and expand knowledge through academic publications in internationally recognized journals.
- Conduct research and produce publications, as well as other research output.
- Provide leadership in setting up linkages with the industry through guest lectures, talks, meetings and developing relationships with targeted companies, alumni contacts, government agencies and other potential clients.
- Assist in formulating policies in the School of Business to guide the execution of day-to-day tasks in the various disciplines.
- Contribute to the necessary evaluation and monitoring procedures to ensure both compliance and improvement in teaching, research, and management of all resources.
- Undertake continuous professional development and participate in staff development and training activities to update and enhance skills.
- Participate in the development, review, planning, and implementation of high-quality curricula for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
- Supervise postgraduate students as assigned by the Chair of Department.
- Maintain accurate records of students’ examinations, assignments, and continuous assessment tests, and ensure timely entry into the examination records management system.
- Participate in peer review of faculty for academic promotion.
- Attend departmental, faculty and University–wide meetings with other staff members.
- Assist in the development of learning materials, preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.
- Provide advice, guidance, and feedback to students to support their academic progress and refer students to support services as appropriate.
- Any other duties that may be assigned to you by your supervisor.
Qualifications And Experience
- An earned Ph.D. in Management or in a relevant field from an accredited and recognised University.
- Master’s Degree in Management or in a relevant field from an accredited and recognised University.
- At least three (3) years of demonstrated quality and progressive teaching experience as an Associate Professor or equivalent, and research experience.
- A minimum of six (6) high-quality publications in refereed journals since last promotion to the position of Associate Professor.
- Supervised a minimum of five (5) postgraduate students to completion, including at least two (2) at doctoral level.
- Attracted research or development funds as an Associate Professor or equivalent.
- Registered with the relevant professional body.
- Demonstrated evidence of service to the University and community.
- Evidence of both national and international contribution through scholarly meetings, conferences, research seminars and service in national/international advisory boards.
Other Skills And Competencies
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to supervise, motivate and work with diverse teams.
- Ability to work within tight deadlines.
- Ability to work flexible hours.
- Proven passion for research, innovation, and outreach.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good analytical and critical thinking skills.
