The University invites applications from suitably qualified and
experienced candidates to fill the above vacant position in the
Chemistry Department focusing on Physical Chemistry.
Duties
Teach Physical Chemistry courses at Undergraduate and at least four (4) of the
following MSc Physical Chemistry modules: Electrochemistry, Advanced
Spectroscopy, Statistical Thermodynamics, Physical Chemistry of
Molecular Aggregates, Computational Chemistry, Catalysis and Nanochemistry). The Department reserves the right to allocate courses;
Design, revise and upgrade Chemistry
courses- define course objectives and evaluate/validate outcomes;
Establish an independently-funded research
program aligned with Department and Faculty strategy;
Supervise Postgraduate students in their
research;
Undertake administrative responsibilities
within the Department and Faculty (e.g., Committee participation, Marketing/recruitment representation).
Qualifications And Experience
A PhD in Physical Chemistry;
A Holder of Master’s degree in Physical Chemistry passed with at least
a Merit may
also be considered;
A current research record in the
field, as evidenced by publications in accredited peer reviewed journals and
conference contributions;
Ability to attract and supervise Postgraduate students;
Ability to raise funds to support
own research;
At least two (2) years’ teaching
experience in a tertiary institution or professional experience in the relevant
field;
Proven record of publications and
ability to mobilise funds would be an added advantage;
The curriculum vitae should
include a detailed list of publications, dates published, name(s) of journal
and name(s) of co-authors if any.
Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for
professional interaction with students, colleagues, and stakeholders;
Course design and curriculum development
(defining objectives, updating/upgrading courses);
Research leadership and grant/funding
development.