Lecturer - Pastry

Taylor's University Sdn Bhd; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized educational institution in Michigan is seeking a Lecturer for their Culinary Institute. The role involves teaching, curriculum development, research participation, and administrative duties. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Culinary or related fields and at least 5 years of industry experience. Strong teaching and presentation skills are essential. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality education and scholarly activities.

Qualifications

• Master Degree with at least 5 years industry experience, PhD candidates preferred.
• Track record of teaching and mentoring in higher education.
• Experience in research activities, including publishing and grant securing.
• Experience in higher education with track record of teaching and curriculum development

Responsibilities

• Design and develop teaching materials while conducting classes and assessments.
• Participate in curriculum development and program quality assurance.
• Engage in research projects and maintain academic standards.
• Support in research project work and postgraduate scholarship
• Establish and maintain high standards of teaching and effective learning to meet University expectations
• Participate in administrative responsibilities: attend meetings, committees and working groups
• Assist in establishing linkages with external organisations/ professional bodies locally and internationally

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Research experience

Presentation skills

Education

Master Degree in Food Studies, Gastronomy, Culinary

PhD candidates preferred

Job description

Department: Taylor's Culinary Institute (40000311)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching & Learning

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 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 Master Degree in Food Studies, Gastronomy, Culinary or other relevant fields from a recognized university with at least 5 years industry experience. PhD candidates are preferred.

Establish and maintain high standards of teaching and effective learning to meet the University’s expectation for teaching excellence

Assist in establishing linkages with external organisations/ professional bodies in academic related matters locally and internationally

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