Duties & Responsibilities

1. Carry out lecturers; conduct tutorials, seminars and practical for undergraduate programmes;
2. To prepare and present case studies;
3. To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
4. To participate/contribute in curriculum development;
5. To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provide help and support;
6. To undergo an induction course in pedagogical skills for those who had none before;
7. To guide students in various academic issues;
8. To participate in consultancies and community services;
9. To supervise field practical and undergraduate projects;
10. To attend workshops, conferences and symposia; and
11. To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Holder of Master of Science in any of the following areas; Plant Genetics and Breeding, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (Plant), Sustainable Agriculture [Plant Molecular Breeding], or Crop Science with specialization in crop improvement; from a recognised higher learning Institution with at least a GPA of 4.0 over 5.0. In addition, the candidate must have a minimum GPA of 3.8 over 5.0 in the First Degree and be assessed as a potentially good academically. The applicant should have a consistent career progression in his/her relevant area of specialization from Bachelor to Master’s Degree.

Remuneration

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