The SDD-UBIDS invites applications for its Graduate Student Assistant Lecturer for Fee Waiver Programme, designed for PhD candidates to serve as Assistant Lecturers while receiving a tuition fee waiver starting from the 2024/2025 academic year. These opportunities are available to outstanding and motivated individuals who are interested in taking up PhD studies and lectureship careers in SDD-UBIDS, Wa.

The programme is designed to fill-in teaching capacity gaps in academic departments and to support the University’s mission while providing mentorship, invaluable academic research, and professional experience to doctoral students.

Eligibility:

This opportunity is open to the following:

  1.  PhD students currently enrolled in programmes of SDD-UBIDS.
  2. Successful applicants admitted into SDD-UBIDS PhD programmes for the 2024/2025 academic year.
  3.  Part-Time Assistant Lecturers or Part-Time Lecturers who are willing to enrol in a relevant PhD programme of SDD-UBIDS.

Position: Graduate Student Assistant Lecturer

Contract Duration: 3-4 years

Responsibilities:

  • Teach four (4) undergraduate courses in the assigned Department and or faculty per academic year.
  • Develop and manage course materials, conduct lectures, and assess student performance.
  • Provide academic support to students through regular office hours and mentorship.
  • Contribute to curriculum development and academic planning within the department.
  • Engage in research activities, aiming for publication and dissemination of findings.
  • Fulfill administrative duties and participate in departmental and faculty committees.
  • Support accreditation of programmes

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • A Master’s degree, preferably M.Phil and or MSc. with research in a relevant field from an accredited university.
  • Admission for a PhD program at SDD-UBIDS at the time of appointment.
  • Established expertise in the subject area
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Physical availability and willingness for residence in Wa for assigned duties
  • Maintain good academic standing and demonstrate consistent progress in PhD studies.
  • Attend all required professional development workshops and training sessions.
  • Uphold professionalism in all assignments.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Appointment as a Graduate Student Assistant Lecturer
  • Tuition fee waiver for PhD studies in the University.
  • Instructional skills training provided by the School of Education and Life-Long Learning and award of certificates
  • Support for participation in local conferences.
  • Financial and technical support for research
  • Provide opportunities for income earning opportunities in the University (e.g. Invigilation of examinations, support for projects, etc.)
  • Mentorship by Senior Faculty at the departmental level

 Performance Evaluations:

  • Annual performance review to determine continuous eligibility for the programme.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit:

  • Cover letter to the Registrar outlining their interest, motivation and departments of interest for taking up teaching positions.
  • Detailed Curriculum Vitae.
  • Proof of PhD programme admission and or application.
  • Copies of certificates
  • Concept Note on Ph.D Research proposal

Submit Applications (both soft and hard copy) on or before January 17, 2025 to:

The Registrar
SDD-UBIDS
P. O. Box WA 64
Wa, Upper West Region
Ghana.
Email: registrar@ubids.edu.gh

Note:

Late submissions will not be considered. Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted and given further instructions and details on the programme.

Equal Opportunity: The University is an equal opportunity institution, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment. All qualified individuals, especially females are encouraged to apply.