Senior Lecturer cum Coordinator (Islamic Finance) - Faculty of Business and Technology

Cyberjaya Education Group Berhad; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Cyberjaya is seeking a Senior Lecturer cum Coordinator in Islamic Finance to enhance teaching and learning. This role involves developing engaging courses, delivering lectures, and managing student processes. The ideal candidate should possess a doctoral degree and have at least two years of relevant teaching or industry experience. This position offers a platform to contribute to course improvement and collaborate with various stakeholders, creating a significant impact in the academic field.

Qualifications

• Possess a doctoral degree or equivalent from a recognised university in Shariah/Islamic Banking and Finance.
• At least two (2) years of experience in teaching or industry.
• Strong research interest and experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct teaching and learning activities for diploma, degree and master's degree-level courses.
• Prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials, workshops, and seminars.
• Manage the relationship with regulatory bodies.
• Coordinate the Master’s programme students' research and learning journey.

Skills

Teaching and learning activities

Curriculum development

Stakeholder communication

Research skills

Education

Doctoral degree in Shariah/Islamic Banking and Finance

Job description

Senior Lecturer cum Coordinator (Islamic Finance) - Faculty of Business and Technology

A Senior Lecturer will assist the Faculty in the delivery of effective teaching and learning engagement with students. They will carry out duties that include developing independent courses, producing teaching materials and methodologies. Additionally, they will be appointed as a coordinator for the Programme.

Responsibilities

• Conduct teaching and learning activities for diploma, degree and master's degree-level courses.
• Prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials, workshops, and seminars for courses assigned each semester and follow approved teaching plans.
• Schedule and communicate with relevant stakeholders on lecture or class details.
• Contribute to the course and programme improvement and development.
• Prepare and grade assignments, examinations, quizzes, and other assessment materials according to University regulations.
• Develop course and program curricula and teaching materials that can be used across multiple platforms.
• Effectively engage in all administrative tasks on teaching and learning.
• Engage in professional development activities in line with University's strategic direction.
• Effectively manage and assist students in their learning journey.
• Contribute to outreach activities in collaboration with industry and academic partners.
• Contribute and participate in branding and marketing activities as and when needed.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Assist the Faculty in programme enhancement and development as per the guidelines of MQA programme standard and COPPA.
• Assist the Faculty in managing the relationship with regulatory bodies, including QuaMEC, MQA and MOHE.
• Serve as a central point of contact between students, Faculty, staff and other departments on operational and administrative with the view of problem resolution.
• Assist the Faculty in creating the course handbook, teaching materials, training manuals, brochures and other appropriate materials.
• Maintain the programme records, information and associated data.
• Prepare summaries and reports as and when required by the Faculty.
• Exchange routine and factual information with the Faculty to resolve problems as and when required.
• Identify the needs and concerns of students and fix them.
• Maintain transparent communication with all relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain a high standard of privacy and confidentiality in programmes.
• Coordinate the Master’s programme students' research and learning journey, including:

Student Programme Coordination

• Orientation/onboarding
• Class scheduling and its management
• Facilitate training activities for students
• Timely tracking of students' progress and associated activities
• Management of students' progress reports
• Managing students' issues and concerns

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess a doctoral degree or equivalent from a recognised university in Shariah/Islamic Banking and Finance.
• Candidate must have at least two (2) years of experience in teaching / industry.
• Have a sound research interest and experience.