Senior Lecturer

The Senior Lecturer will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses, conducting high-quality research, supervising students, and contributing to the academic and administrative development of the Department of Mass Communication. The role also involves active participation in curriculum development, community engagement, and university service.

JOB DESCRIPTION / RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Teach and coordinate undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Mass Communication and related areas
• Develop and update course outlines in line with NUC Benchmark Minimum Academic Standards (BMAS)
• Conduct independent and collaborative research and publish in reputable local and international journals
• Supervise undergraduate projects and postgraduate theses/dissertations
• Participate actively in departmental, faculty, and university committees
• Mentor junior academic staff and support departmental growth
• Participate in accreditation, quality assurance, and curriculum review exercises
• Engage in community service and professional activities relevant to the discipline
• Perform any other academic duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department or University Management

Applicants must possess the following:

• A PhD in Mass Communication or a closely related discipline from a recognized university
• Evidence of specialization in areas such as Journalism, Broadcasting, Public Relations, Advertising, Development Communication, or New Media Studies
• At least three (3) years post-PhD teaching and research experience in a university or comparable institution
• A minimum of six (6) scholarly publications in reputable, peer-reviewed journals, with evidence of continuous research output
• Membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g., NIPR, NUJ, APCON) will be an added advantage

Strong teaching, research, and curriculum development skills

Excellent written and oral communication abilities

Demonstrated ability to supervise students and conduct academic mentoring

Proficiency in the use of ICT and e-learning platforms for teaching and research

Capacity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary academic environment

Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management skills

Commitment to academic excellence, integrity, and professional ethics

None

Monday to Friday

8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m