About the Role
Maria Assumpta University, Owerri (MAUO), a prestigious private tertiary institution owned by the Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri in Imo State, Nigeria, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Lecturer in Nursing Science. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an accomplished academic to shape the future of nursing education, mentor aspiring healthcare professionals, and contribute significantly to the university's growing research profile.
Key Responsibilities- Deliver engaging lectures, seminars, and practical training in Nursing Science to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Provide visionary academic leadership within the department and mentor junior academic staff.
- Design, update, and evaluate curricula to meet national and international nursing education standards.
- Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and dissertations.
- Conduct high-level academic research and publish findings in reputable local and international peer-reviewed journals.
- Participate actively in departmental, faculty, and university-wide administrative duties and committees.
- Engage in community service and foster strategic partnerships with healthcare institutions.
- Must possess a good first degree and a PhD in Nursing Science or a directly relevant field from a recognized national or international university.
- Minimum of five (5) years of post-PhD teaching and research experience in a tertiary institution.
- Demonstrated record of continuing research and appreciable scholarly publications in reputable journals.
- Sufficient administrative experience within an academic environment.
- Proven ability to provide strong academic leadership and foster a collaborative working culture.
- Active membership in relevant professional nursing bodies will be an added advantage.
- Competitive salary structure commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development, international conferences, and research grants.
- A supportive, values-driven work environment within a reputable Catholic institution.
- Access to campus facilities and comprehensive staff welfare packages.