Faculty Job Description
Job Title Senior Lecturer / Lecturer in Mechanical, Industrial and Systems
Engineering
Job Reference ACC-XXX
Date Posted Jan 2025
Application closing date Until role is filled
Location Haatso, Accra
Salary (monthly) Negotiable
Contract Full-time, permanent
Reports to: Dean of Associated Faculty
Job category Academic
Background
Academic City University is at the forefront of disrupting higher education on the African
continent with lifelong learning at the heart of what we do on our stunning and modern campus.
Our mission is to create a culture of life-long learning with a strong focus on enhancing student
experience. Our ethos emphasizes on contributing to the needs of the future economy, ensuring
our students and faculty have the skills required to stay relevant to the changing world.
The Faculty of Engineering is committed to nurturing students to develop an innovative and
entrepreneurial mindset which prepares them to be employable and work-ready. We deliver
inclusive and active learning which inspires our students to achieve their ambitions. The Faculty
is in collaboration with businesses which provide rich opportunities for students to gain internships
and graduate employment opportunities. Our aim is that our teaching, research, civic and industry
engagement make a real impact in the community. Following the accreditation and re-accreditation
of our new and revised undergraduate programmes, we are seeking to make further appointments
in particular subject areas to enhance our Business and Entrepreneurship portfolio.
Job Outline
We are seeking to appoint a Senior Lecturer/Lecturer to join this dynamic and highly motivated
professional academic team, in line with our ambitious strategic change of our undergraduate
programmes.
This is an outstanding opportunity to play a critical role in the continuing development of the
growing Faculty of Engineering. We particularly welcome applications from individuals with
a PhD in Mechanical Engineering or candidates who have industry experience in the
relevant-subject area, as well as a track record of teaching across different levels in
Mechanical or Industrial and Systems Engineering. A specialization in the following areas
will be highly desirable: in Automobile Engineering, Air-conditioning and
Refrigeration, Mechatronics, Electric Vehicles and Transport Systems, Control Systems,
and Autonomous and Unmanned Area Vehicles. A keen interest in industry innovation
trends is desired, and a portfolio of projects demonstrating requisite skills will be
necessary.
We are looking for a research-active academic who will contribute to the research agenda of the
Faculty, as well as cooperate with our business engagement activities and other external
stakeholders. You will be in charge of developing courses and innovative teaching sessions, enjoy
working as part of a team and be committed to your own personal development within your subject
field.
Your role as a full-time faculty member is to focus on academic excellence, student success, and
encourage lifelong learning by working collaboratively with stakeholders to support the mission
of the institution. You will ensure the quality and integrity of the institution’s academic
programmes through teaching and learning, professional development, and service. You will
demonstrate collegiality, good citizenship, and commitment to serve the school. We are especially
interested in applicants who, through their research, teaching, and/or service will contribute to the
diversity and excellence at Academic City.
How to apply: To apply, please send your CV and covering letter (which outlines the way in which
you believe you meet the requirements of the role), together with the names of three referees.
Evidence of qualifications will be checked at the interview stage.
Qualifications & Skills
Ph.D degree in related field with at least five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in a
student-focused academic or administrative environment;
Or A minimum qualification of MSc/Mph. PhD in progress should be a plus for the candidate.
Outstanding interpersonal skills, sound judgment and strong collaborative skills for team work and
consensus building; etc
Applicants may submit applications to career@acity.edu.gh with job title as subject
Closing Date: Until position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Core Teaching & Student learning
To engage in teaching on undergraduate programmes as determined by the
Faculty/Academics Committee. The range of teaching duties may change from time to
time.
Contribute to the design, content, learning material and delivery of specific areas of
teaching and learning and to the quality of teaching delivered.
Collaborate with colleagues in the continuous review and development of the
Department’s programmes.
Take responsibility for the co-ordination of courses when appropriate to do so.
Work in accordance with University policies and procedures to undertake assessment of
students’ work and give feedback.
Enhance students’ learning with use of technology and virtual learning environment.
Deliver an inclusive learning environment for students.
Peer observation to support your professional development and that of colleagues.
Assist with course-related field trips, internships and other external engagements.
Research and Scholarly-related Activities
Make a contribution to the research profile of the Department and/or institution and
pursue a personal research programme consistent with the Department’s research
priorities.
Collaborate in research activities and initiatives with colleagues in and beyond the
department if appropriate.
Engage in subject professional and pedagogy research as required to support and inform
teaching activities.
Ensure that outcomes of research and scholarly activity are appropriately disseminated
in peer reviewed outlets.
Apply for grant funding and manage, as appropriate, any grants which are secured.
General activities
To work within and actively support the policies and practices of Academic City University.
To notify a more senior member of staff of any errors or concerns at the earliest
opportunity.
To participate in communication structures such as course team and department
meetings to support effective management arrangements and promote good relations
with staff and students.
To ensure that the university’s cross-cutting goals of entrepreneurial thinking, inclusive
collaboration, critical reasoning, constructive communication, ethical conduct and
sustainability inform all activity related to the role.
Establish contacts within the wider community where possible and begin to form ethical
relationships for future collaboration.
Take part in relevant internal committees and working groups.
To work within a framework of effective governance, ensuring compliance with relevant
regulations, legislation policies and procedures.
To be responsible for your own continuing self-development.
Contribute to the wider mission and reputation of the institution with active involvement
in activities contributing to general university life e.g. open days, student activities, alumni
events, mentoring, personal tutoring and engagement with student support and delivery
of outreach activities e.g. school visits, local community activities
To undertake other duties not specifically stated above, which from time to time are
necessary for the effective performance of the institution’s business without altering the
nature or level of responsibility involved.