Associate Professor (Physiology)

Amadeus University is a private University located in Amizi, Ikwuano LGA, Abia State. Recently approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and licenced by the National Universities Commission (NUC), the University is a unique brand in Nigerian tertiary education, devoted to innovation, excellence, and high ethical standards, providing dynamic education and research tailored to the demands of the 21st century. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position below:

Job Title: Associate Professor (Physiology)

Location: Amizi, Abia College: Medicine Faculty: Basic Medical Sciences / College of Health Sciences Departments: Physiology Description The successful candidate will provide academic and intellectual leadership in their discipline, conduct and supervise high-impact research, and contribute to the University's mission of excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching: Teach assigned courses in Medical Physiology for MBBS, BDS and Allied Health Science students. Conduct lectures, tutorials and practical demonstrations. Prepare comprehensive lecture notes, slides and laboratory manuals in line with NUC and MDCN minimum academic standards. Assessment Set, invigilate, mark and submit Continuous Assessment (CA) and Examination scores for assigned courses within approved timelines. Participate in Objective Structured Practical Examinations (OSPE), Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCE) and MBBS Professional Examinations. Laboratory: Supervise and organize practical classes; Ensure laboratory safety, proper handling, calibration and maintenance of equipment and reagents; Enforce standard operating procedures and good laboratory practice. Research: Undertake research under mentorship of senior faculty; Participate actively in departmental journal club, seminars and research meetings; Target at least one (1) publication in a peer-reviewed journal during the probationary period. Administration: Serve as Course Adviser / Assistant Examination Officer when assigned; Keep accurate records of student attendance, practicals and assessments; Attend departmental, faculty and college meetings; Contribute to accreditation and quality assurance activities. Professional: Development Attend workshops, conferences and faculty development programmes; Register for a PhD programme within one year of appointment if not already a holder; Adhere strictly to University academic ethics, examination regulations and MDCN professional code of conduct Job Requirement A Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) in the relevant field from a recognised university is mandatory A minimum of Nine (9) years of post-qualification experience in teaching and research in a university An excellent and verifiable record of scholarly publications in reputable, peer-reviewed journals and books Demonstrated evidence of capacity to initiate, develop, and supervise research Demonstrated capacity for academic and institutional leadership Registration with the relevant professional body or bodies in the discipline is required Evidence of successful supervision of postgraduate students to completion is an advantage Key Competencies: Academic leadership and strategic vision Research design, execution, and publication Postgraduate supervision Curriculum development and quality assurance Grant writing and research funding acquisition Mentorship and staff development Salary Scale As applicable to rank under the CONMESS salary structure