Strathmore University is a premier institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, learning, and research. We are committed to nurturing a learning environment that fosters innovation, knowledge creation, and professional development. As part of our mission to uphold high academic standards, we are seeking a highly qualified and passionate individual to join our team.
We invite applications for the following position:
Job Title: Lecturer – Hospitality Management
Department: School of Tourism and Hospitality
Reporting to: Dean – School of Tourism and Hospitality
Basic Job Summary:
This position is responsible for providing high-quality and relevant learning opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students, with a strong emphasis on contributing to academic research.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality learning experiences for undergraduate and graduate students by preparing teaching materials, designing class methodologies or activities, and effectively delivering the curriculum in class.
- Stay updated with developments within the academic discipline or professional practice of hospitality management and incorporate this knowledge into curriculum content, design, and delivery.
- Ensure learning materials, content, and methods of delivery align with defined learning objectives and undergo regular review for improvement.
- Conduct timely student assessments, including preparation, moderation, administration, and marking of examinations.
- Guide undergraduate and graduate students in identifying research topics, concept development, proposal development, and supervision.
- Maintain accurate student records, including registers, reports, and assessment records, in the Academic Management System.
- Identify and secure funding opportunities through grant writing to enhance the school’s research portfolio.
- Publish research papers and actively participate in workshops, conferences, and professional seminars.
- Establish and foster research linkages internally, nationally, and internationally to contribute to the school’s research objectives.
- Undertake administrative duties as needed, including leadership of academic programs, membership in various committees, and contributions to school management.
Minimum Academic Qualifications:
- A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or equivalent doctoral degree qualification from an accredited and recognized university.
- A minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with at least two (2) years at the lecturer level.
- Supervision of at least two (2) postgraduate students to completion since the last promotion.
- A minimum of thirty-two (32) publication points, with at least twenty-four (24) from peer-reviewed scholarly journals.
Experience:
- At least five (5) years of active research experience with evidence of ongoing research activities.
- At least five (5) years of experience in graduate-level supervision.
Competencies and Attributes:
- Strong research skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Well-organized and detail-oriented
- Strong people skills
- Innovative and dynamic thinker
- Team player with a collaborative approach
- Good supervisory and managerial skills
- Upholds high ethical and integrity standards
How to Apply
Are you a qualified and passionate educator with a strong research background? We would love to hear from you! Please submit your updated resume and a letter of application (ONLY), quoting “Lecturer STH” in the subject line, to [email protected] by 18th February 2025.
Note: Due to the high volume of applications we may receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Strathmore University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants are advised to remain vigilant and report any fraudulent recruitment requests demanding payments.
