Senior Lecturer - Tourism

Taylor's University; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a Senior Lecturer in Tourism or Hospitality. The candidate should possess a PhD and have a minimum of two years of teaching or research experience. Responsibilities include teaching, curriculum development, and engaging in research activities. A strong publication record and successful grant applications are essential. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality education and academic growth within a vibrant environment.

Qualifications

• Strong publication record with at least 2-4 publications in C.I. journals in the last 5 years.
• Secured research grant(s) worth RM20,000-RM30,000 as Principal Investigator.
• Experience developing teaching methodologies and materials.

Responsibilities

• Teach and prepare teaching materials for classes, tutorials, and practicals.
• Contribute to curriculum development and high-quality programme.
• Participate in scholarly activities including research and presentations.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research skills

Curriculum development

Publication record

Presentation skills

Education

PhD in Tourism, Hospitality or relevant fields

Job description

• Undertake teaching and teaching related duties such as design, preparation and development of teaching materials; conduct classes/lectures, tutorials and practicals; consultation with students, invigilation, marking and assessment
• Participate and contribute in high quality programme and curriculum development
• Plan and implement teaching strategies to optimise student learning as well as to motivate them
• Support in research project work and scholarship of postgraduate students
• Establish and maintain high standards of teaching and effective learning to meet the University’s teaching and learning expectations

Research

• Participate in scholarly activities, including undertaking research, conference presentation, journal publications and relevant community work
• Support efforts to secure grants for research activities and scholarship as co-researcher
• Achieve the specified set of research outcome targets for Senior Lecturer level of appointment

Administration and Other Activities

• Undertake and contribute in administrative responsibilities such as attending departmental meetings, participate in committees and working groups within the Department, School and Faculty
• Participate in continuous relevant professional activities
• Assist in establishing linkages with external organisations/ professional bodies in academic related matters

Requirements

• Possess a PhD from a recognised university in Tourism, Hospitality or other relevant fields
• Candidate must have at least two (2) years of experience in teaching / research / industry
• Possess a strong publication record with at least 2-4 publications in C.I. journals (ISI, SCOPUS) in the last 5 years
• Secured research grant(s) as a Principal Investigator worth RM20,000-RM30,000 (cumulative)
• Experience working in higher education environment and a track record of teaching experience and professional knowledge of curriculum development or good record of professional experience with evidence of coaching and mentoring and a high quality of presentation skills
• Experience in developing teaching methodologies and materials, including the effective use of IT technologies in the facilitation of teaching and learning
• Experience working on research projects and activities or experience of professional practice/consultancy work, including evidence of appropriate outputs