Open Rank - Full/Associate Professor - History Department

Research & Conferences:

• Participate in the building of the research strategy of the university within the framework of the Research Council. 
• Initiate and lead disciplinary and interdisciplinary research projects.
• Conduct collective and individual research within the field of interest in order to satisfy the strategy of the University and research objectives given by the research council and enhance the University’s reputation, including but not limited to: determining relevant research objectives, initiating and implementing research projects and managing timeframes; resources; materials, finance, equipment etc., in order to achieve the research objectives.
• Publish and disseminate research results to the wider community and participate in both local and international conferences to establish and maintain networks, raise the profile of the University, and to keep up to date with recent developments.
• Identify appropriate sources for funding and write research funding proposals for the research projects.
• Supervise undergraduate, postgraduate students and post-doctoral research fellows and assist the development of their research skills to fulfil the degree qualifications and research requirements

Lecturing:

• Deliver courses that ensure student learning outcomes are achieved, and aim for teaching excellence for the department, including but not limited to preparing teaching materials in advance; communicating course content in a way students understand; observ student progress and learning capabilities; react appropriately to students needs; respond where appropriate to student questions outside class time and prepare for contingencies in course delivery etc.
• Conduct assessment of the students’ work to determine whether the students have achieved the desired standards for progression in their studies or award of a qualification and provid feedback designed to develop and motivate student learning and address any teaching issues if required..
• Develop and encourage teaching research-oriented teach and encourage the students’ autonomous work.

Student Counselling:

• Provide academic and career advice to students according to their academic or personal interests and within own level of competence. If necessary, refer them to the appropriate authority for further help or guidance e.g. Business Liaison & Career Advisor, Student Counsellor and/or a relevant University staff member.
• Responsible for building positive relationships with students that enhance their learning experience, foster a supportive academic environment, and contribute to the overall success of both students and the institution.
• Provide guidance on internships, placements, and job opportunities whenever required by students.
• Mentor graduate students in their research and academic pursuits. 

Course assessment & Improvement:

• Self-evaluation of the course. 
• Include the outcome of the students’ survey and feedback during the assessment process of the course. 
• Participate and contribute toward the development of innovative pedagogical tools and methods within the department. 

Examination Duties:

• Invigilate examinations when required, to ensure that exams are carried out according to the rules set by the Examination Board; allowing each student to sit the exam under the same conditions; and to control cheating.
• To support and participate in examination activities such as examination setting, assessing answer sheets, students’ presentations, and practical evaluations etc.

Daily operations of the department:

• Liaise with the Academic Coordinator to fulfil the teaching requirements, such as course syllabi; teaching materials; submission of student assessments andaddress students’ special needs during the exams
• Participate in events such as school visits to support recruitment objectives. 
• Organize events and extra-curricular activities (cultural events, conferences, field trips etc.) encouraging community engagement and the culture of continuous learning and professional development.

Administrative:

• Work with relevant departments to support the development and implementation of university functions, such as Student Recruitment; Admissions; library learning resources; IT department for teaching technologies etc.
• Collaborate with pertinent faculty members to align instructional programs, thereby ensuring that the course effectively complements the broader curriculum undertaken by students.
• Represent the faculty or the department in relevant committees, task forces and focus groups to ensure appropriate governance and progress of the university.

Policies and Procedures:

• Follow department policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.

Related Assignments:

• Perform other related duties or assignments as directed by the Line Manager