Associate Professor - (Medical Lab Science Or Medical Lab Technology) job at Mountains of the Moon University (MMU)

About the Organization

The Mountains of the Moon University, is a public university in Uganda. Founded as a private, non-profit institution, the university became a public institution following an executive directive in January 2018. It is named after the Rwenzori Mountains, also known as the Mountains of the Moon.

Job Description

To teach, supervise, promote research studies, disseminate research findings and participate in Community Service.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching and Curriculum Development:

Course Design: Develop and update course syllabi, materials, and assessments for undergraduate and graduate courses in educational psychology, ensuring alignment with current research and best practices in the field.
Lecturing: Deliver lectures, lead seminars, and conduct workshops on topics related to educational psychology, such as learning theories, cognitive development, and psychological assessment in educational settings.
Student Assessment: Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, projects, and class participation, providing constructive feedback to enhance learning.
Mentorship: Advise and mentor students, particularly those pursuing research or professional careers in psychology and education. Provide guidance on academic progress, research projects, and career planning.

Research and Scholarship:

Research: Conduct original research in the field of educational psychology, contributing to the development of new knowledge and theories in areas such as learning processes, educational interventions, and psychological assessment in education.
Publications: Publish research findings in peer-reviewed academic journals, books, or conference proceedings. Contribute to the academic literature in educational psychology and related fields.
Grant Writing: Seek and secure research funding through grant proposals to support ongoing and future research projects. Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary research initiatives.
Presentations: Present research at national and international conferences, seminars, and workshops, sharing findings with the broader academic and professional community.

Qualification, Experiences and Competencies

Qualifications

Should have a PhD in Medical Lab Science or Medical Lab Technology, Masters Medical Lab Science or Technology and Bachelors (Hons) Degrees in Lab Science or Medical Lab Technology.

Experience and Competences

Should have at least seven (7) years of good track record of relevant teaching, research and publication experience at the level of a Higher Education Institution.
Should have at least five (5) intemationally recognized peer reviewed publications field of specialization within the last five (5) years of which three (3) as first author
Should have supervised five (5) graduate students to completion, one of which at the PhD level.
Being a registered professional is an added advantage.
Demonstrated computer literacy and adequate communication skills are a MUST.

Demonstrated evidence of academic leadership in an institution of higher learning is essential.
Written and won at least 1 competitive fundable research grants with a minimum of USD 50,000 is an added advantage.