About the Role
Federal College of Education, Obudu, Cross River State, a top-ranking and historic institution established in 1983, is seeking a dedicated and qualified Assistant Lecturer in Geography to join our esteemed academic community. Known as the nation's pride with over thirty academic departments across six schools, we are committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and producing highly skilled educators for the Nigerian educational sector and beyond.
Key Responsibilities- Deliver engaging lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions in Geography to undergraduate students.
- Develop and update course materials, syllabi, and curriculum content in line with institutional and national standards.
- Assess and evaluate student performance through examinations, quizzes, assignments, and continuous assessments.
- Supervise undergraduate students in their academic projects, field studies, and research activities.
- Conduct relevant academic research and publish scholarly articles in peer-reviewed journals.
- Participate actively in departmental, school, and college-wide committee meetings and academic events.
- Provide academic advising, mentorship, and career guidance to students.
- Perform any other academic or administrative duties assigned by the Head of Department or College Management.
- Possess a good First Degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division from a recognized University in Geography or a directly relevant field.
- Must possess a recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGDE, B.Ed).
- Must be computer literate with proficiency in relevant educational software and digital learning tools.
- Mandatory registration with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN).
- Must possess the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Discharge Certificate or Certificate of Exemption.
- Demonstrated passion for teaching and commitment to academic research.
- Competitive salary structure based on the Consolidated Polytechnics and Colleges of Education Academic Staff Salary (CONPCASS 01).
- Opportunities for continuous professional development, academic conferences, and career advancement.
- A vibrant, supportive, and intellectually stimulating campus environment located in scenic Obudu.
- Access to institutional research facilities and academic resources.