Senior Lecturer (Microbiology– Pre-clinical Sciences

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

Job summary

A medical education institution seeks a Senior Lecturer to deliver high-quality teaching, lead research initiatives, and contribute to curriculum administration. Candidates must possess a medical qualification and relevant postgraduate degree, coupled with excellence in teaching and research. Leadership in academic environments and proven administrative skills are essential. This role requires shaping the academic journey for pre-clinical medical students in a dynamic educational setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching pre-clinical medical students.
• Strong record of high-quality research and publications.
• Experience in curriculum development and accreditation.
• Proven academic leadership and administrative ability.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging lectures and tutorials.
• Lead planning of modules or integrated course components.
• Serve as personal tutor and mentor to medical students.
• Establish and maintain a robust research program.
• Guide postgraduate students and mentor junior faculty.
• Undertake significant administrative responsibilities.
• Lead curriculum review and quality assurance activities.

Skills

Academic leadership

Teaching methodology

Research and publications

Curriculum development

Education

Medical qualification (MBBS/MD)

Relevant postgraduate degree (e.g., MSc, MPhil)

PhD in biomedical/pre-clinical science

Job description

The Senior Lecturer will be a pivotal member of the academic team, responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, advancing impactful research, and contributing to the administration and leadership of the pre-clinical medical curriculum (typically Years 1 and 2 of the medical degree). The successful candidate will demonstrate academic leadership, innovation, and excellence in their field, shaping the next generation of medical professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Design & Deliver: Develop, coordinate, and deliver engaging lectures, tutorials, practical classes, and assessments across core pre-clinical disciplines.
• Curriculum Leadership: Lead the planning and execution of modules or integrated course components within the pre-clinical phase.
• Student Support: Serve as a personal tutor, mentor, and academic advisor to medical students.
• Innovation: Incorporate modern teaching methodologies such as Problem-Based Learning (PBL), Team-Based Learning (TBL), and digital educational technologies.

Research and Scholarship

• Research Portfolio: Establish and maintain a robust, externally-funded research program in medical or biomedical sciences.
• Publications: Produce high-quality, peer-reviewed outputs in leading national and international journals.
• Supervision: Guide postgraduate students and mentor junior faculty in their research endeavors.
• Funding: Proactively seek and secure competitive research grants.

Administration and Leadership

• Service: Undertake significant administrative responsibilities within the Department or Faculty (e.g., chairing committees).
• Quality Assurance: Lead activities related to accreditation, curriculum review, and academic quality assurance.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to Lecturer-level staff, research associates, and teaching assistants.
• Strategic Contribution: Contribute to the strategic planning and development of the Faculty of Medicine.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications

• Medical qualification (MBBS/MD) with a relevant postgraduate degree (e.g., MSc, MPhil, specialty training), OR
• PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant biomedical/pre-clinical science (e.g., Physiology, Anatomy, Biochemistry).

Experience

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching pre-clinical medical students at university level.
• Strong record of high-quality research and publications commensurate with a Senior Lecturer role (e.g., consistent output, H-index).
• Experience in curriculum development, review, and accreditation processes.
• Proven academic leadership and administrative ability.