Senior Lecturer (PhD) – TESOL

UNITALENT EMPLOYMENT AGENCY; Kuching; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Lecturer in TESOL to join their vibrant academic community. This role involves teaching and supervising students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, engaging in impactful research, and contributing to curriculum development. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD in TESOL or a related field, along with a strong record in second language acquisition and language pedagogy. This is a unique opportunity to foster innovation in teaching and research while maintaining high academic standards in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant field required with extensive teaching experience.
• Strong research record in language education technology and pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate units in TESOL.
• Supervise research students and lead curriculum development.

Skills

English Language Education

Second Language Acquisition

Language Pedagogy

Curriculum Design

Technology-Enhanced Language Learning

Sociolinguistics

Bilingual Education

Research Supervision

Communication Skills

Education

PhD in TESOL or Applied Linguistics

Relevant Undergraduate Degree

Job description

Conduct work professionally while demonstrating the University’s Values at all times.

Location

Kuching, Sarawak

Type

JOB SUMMARY

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Learning and Teaching
2. Research

• Successful candidates will be expected to convene and teach undergraduate and postgraduate units in TESOL within the School of Design and Arts.
• The role includes supervising research students, leading curriculum development, and engaging in impactful research.
• The appointed Senior Lecturer should demonstrate strong expertise in English language education, second language acquisition, and language pedagogy.
• Candidates with experience in technology-enhanced language learning, sociolinguistics, curriculum design, or bilingual education will be highly regarded.
• A Level C academic will normally make a significant contribution to teaching, scholarship, and administration activities at undergraduate, honours, and postgraduate levels.
• Contribute to leadership, research, and professional activities relevant to the discipline and community.
• Demonstrate original contributions to research or scholarship at least at a national level.
• Develop a portfolio supporting research and scholarship activities.
• Disseminate research outputs through relevant platforms.
• Supervise honours and postgraduate students, including doctoral candidates.
• Contribute to research training and develop research groups within the Faculty.
• Secure external support and develop collaborative research networks.
• Undertake research activities aiming for impact as outlined in the “Guidelines for Expectations by Academic Levels”.
• Pursue innovation and excellence in teaching, continuously developing curriculum and instructional materials.
• Conduct learning and teaching activities, including lectures, tutorials, and assessments, to ensure high-quality education.
• Provide consultation and mentoring to students.
• Continuously develop teaching, training, and mentoring skills.
• Design and deliver training sessions for management development programs.
• Expand and develop teaching activities of the Faculty.
• Teaching hours may include beyond office hours and weekends, depending on operational needs.
• Achieve impact through learning and teaching activities as per the expectations outlined.

Leadership and Service

• Maintain high academic and professional standards.
• Administer and develop learning programs and educational policies within the Faculty.
• Foster an open, collaborative, and experimental academic community.
• Engage professionally with industry and community relevant to the Faculty.
• Provide leadership in academic and community activities, achieving impact at the relevant academic level.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Applicants should prepare and submit the following documents:

• Resume/CV
• Academic certificates and transcripts (SPM/STPM/Diploma/Degree/Master/PhD/Professional Certificates)
• Completed Key Selection Criteria Form
• A PhD in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, English Language Education, or a related field
• Extensive higher education teaching and program development experience in TESOL
• Research record in second language learning, pedagogy, or language education technology
• Supervision experience of research students at Master’s and PhD levels
• Engagement with industry, community, or global initiatives in TESOL (advantage)
• Relevant undergraduate degree and/or professional qualifications from reputed institutions
• Professional registration (if applicable)
• Doctoral degree (preferably by research)
• Excellent academic results from pre-university level onwards
• Knowledge in relevant sub-areas or specialization
• Excellent communication skills in English, oral and written
• Prior teaching experience at undergraduate or postgraduate levels
• Scholarly publications and experience in curriculum development and supervision