Part-time Lecturer in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (15 Positions) at KCA University (KCAU)
JOB OBJECTIVE
- The
job holder will be responsible for facilitating quality learning through
teaching, administration, and academic advisory work and ensuring an
outstanding student learning experience in the area of data science and
artificial intelligence (AI).
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.
- Participate
in developing, administering, and marking exams, assignments, and
continuous assessment tests.
- Assist
in developing 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 them to support services as appropriate.
- Contribute
to the development, planning and implementation of high-quality
curriculum.
- Participate
in writing research proposals and applying for research grants.
- Contribute
and participate in the development of departmental and faculty seminars
aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary
collaboration within and outside the department.
- Provide
pastoral care to students through academic advising and counselling.
- Contribute
to departmental, faculty and/or University-wide working groups or
committees as and when requested to do so.
- Undertake
continuous professional development and participate in staff development
and training activities to update and enhance skills.
- Maintain
proper records of students’ examinations, assignments, and continuous
assessment tests, and ensure they are keyed into the examination records
management system on time.
- Attend
departmental, Faculty and University-wide meetings with other staff
members.
- Any
other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Masters
Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field from
an accredited/recognised university.
- A PhD
Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a relevant field in
information technology will be an added advantage.
- At
least three (3) years of teaching experience at the university level.
- Experience
in curriculum development and reviews.
- Candidates
who have attained the Academic Rank of a Senior Lecturer will have an
added advantage.
OTHER SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Strong
verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent
presentation skills.
- Excellent
research skills.
- Excellent
interpersonal skills and a team player.
- Critical
thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Time
management skills and attention to detail.
Academic Quality Assurance Officer
The job holder will be responsible for coordinating and
supporting the development, implementation, monitoring, and continuous
improvement of academic quality assurance systems, policies, and procedures to
ensure the University delivers high-quality academic programs in compliance
with national and international standards and in line with the University’s
vision and Mission.
ICT Officer
The job holder will be responsible for providing ICT support
and security services to safeguard the confidentiality, integrity and
availability of KCA University’s ICT infrastructure, networks, information
systems, data and automated business processes.