Senior Lecturer - Economics

Taylor's University Sdn Bhd; Lakeside (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized educational institution in Florida is seeking a Senior Lecturer in Economics. The candidate will be responsible for teaching, engaging in research, curriculum development, and administrative duties. Applicants must hold a PhD in Economics or a related field, with at least two years of teaching or research experience and a strong publication record. This role requires effective teaching methodologies, contribution to research initiatives, and involvement in administrative responsibilities, providing a vibrant academic atmosphere.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in teaching, research, or industry.
• Strong publication record with 2 Q1/Q2 journal publications in the last 5 years.
• Experience working in a higher education environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver teaching materials and conduct classes.
• Contribute to research and secure grants.
• Participate in administrative duties and professional activities.

Skills

Teaching methodologies

Research skills

Curriculum development

Effective communication

IT technologies in education

Education

PhD in Economics or related fields

Job description

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Department: School of Liberal Arts & Sciences (40000302)

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 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 aPhDfrom a recognised university in Economicsor any related fields
• Candidate must have at least two (2) years of experience in teaching / research / industry
• Possess a strong publication record with at least two (2) Q1/Q2 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