Full Time Faculty

Full-Time Faculty Assistant Professors Ph.D. qualified (with Administrative responsibilities) for the Undergraduate and Graduate Studies

The University of the Commonwealth Caribbean invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the position of:

Full-Time Faculty  - Assistant or Associate Professors (doctoral degree) for the Undergraduate and Graduate Studies in the areas of:  

Management

Economics

Tourism and Hospitality Management

Accounting and Finance Management

Mathematics

 Quantitative Methods

Information Technology

Law 

Social Work

Criminology

Psychology

 Humanities

SCOPE OF WORK

Facilitate teaching, learning and assessment at the undergraduate and graduate programme levels. Assess students’ performance through a variety of methods.  Advise students in appropriate academic selection and academic development.  Plan, direct and administer the creation, review, and revision of curricula. Enhance the quality of the teaching and learning experiences.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Full-time members of faculty are professional educators with the primary responsibility of providing quality learning experiences for all University of the Commonwealth Caribbean students.
• The responsibilities for this position will include some or all of the following: teaching, student advising, research activities, service and cooperative extension, curriculum matters, and administrative responsibilities.  Your responsibilities may include involvement in evening or weekend duties, off campus, as well as student recruitment, retention and placement efforts.
• Coordinate and facilitate the development of curricula.
• Manage the production of text-based instructional materials and other learner support systems.
• Design, develop and maintain programme databases and records systems to ensure the proper archiving of curriculum products.
• Manage the review and assessment process in relation to requests to either develop or offer new courses/programmes.
• Collaborate with subject experts ( Lecturers, Advisory Boards, members of business and industry) to review existing curricula thereby ensuring that changes in regulations, best practices et al are reflected in the UCC curricula.
• Organize and manage professional development workshops etc. to enhance the delivery of the curriculum.
• Ensure the appropriate management of the classroom situation to enhance learning.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The field of education is dynamic. The position will require the necessary competencies and skills:

a) Robust research experience

• Knowledge of research design and methods
• Engagement in research supervision
• Strong publication record

b) Outstanding Team Player and Problem Solver

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, students, stakeholders, and the larger community
• Experienced problem-solver - To apply initiative and judgment to solve problems with flexibility and timeliness.

c)   Planning, Organizing, and Management Skills

• To plan, prioritize and organize work to achieve required outcomes
• To facilitate advisement and mentorship opportunities  for students and peers

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

• A Doctoral Degree in the discipline, or equivalent professional designation from an accredited institution.  Current enrolment in  a doctoral program  may be considered.
• Teacher Training Certification or professional certificates in area of expertise is preferred.
• Teaching experience, preferably 3-5 years at the baccalaureate or master’s degree level at a tertiary institution. 
• Teaching/thesis supervision experience at the doctoral degree level is an advantage.

Retired Lecturers and Professors are welcome to apply!

Competitive Compensation Packages!

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted