The American University of Nigeria (AUN) was established in 2003. The
institution was conceived as Africa's first Development University. Its
mission is to pioneer service learning and build leaders who will be
prepared to tackle societal concerns. Located in Yola, Adamawa State,
the University is a world-class career-oriented institution missioned to
be an agent of change in the development of the region. AUN has a
strong commitment to providing the skills and the leadership essential
to solving the continent's critical social and economic problems.
AUN
is seeking for an Instructor of Ecology & Conservation Biology.
This is an internal advertisement and anyone suitable for the position
can apply.
INSTRUCTOR OF ECOLOGY & CONSERVATION BIOLOGY
Department: School of Arts & Sciences
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The
Instructor of Ecology & Conservation Biology will be responsible
for teaching and supporting student learning both inside and outside the
classroom. She/He shall work closely with the Dean in formulating and
implementing course structure that would translate to effective teaching
and learning in the AUN School of Arts and Science in line with its
development philosophy.
DETAILED LISTING OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaching:
The successful candidate will be a member of faculty and will teach
courses in the Department of Natural and Environmental Sciences and in
General Education.
Research: Undertaking research and implement projects in environmental conservation (broadly defined)
Community Service: Contributing to AUN’s community service and development activities
Academic Advising: Providing a minimum of six hours a week of academic advising to students
Department/Schools
Meetings: Attending meetings on a regular basis and as necessary to
facilitate communication and to accomplish the work required for the
smooth operation of the department and school
Attendance at Academic Functions: Attending meetings of the faculty and any all-college meetings called by AUN administration.
Course Development: Working directly with the Program Chair and/or Dean to develop new courses
Other duties as assigned by the Dean and or Program Chair.
ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES:
A Masters Degree in Conservation Biology or (or a related discipline) from a reputable University
Two years of teaching and/or research experience
Knowledge of relevant VLE technologies
Excellent knowledge of ICT tools and e-resources for teaching and research
Cognate experience of managing environmental conservation or sustainability projects.
A demonstrated commitment to academic excellence, cultural diversity, and equal opportunity.
An understanding of the essential values of academic integrity, civility, collegiality and diversity in a community of learners
DESIRABLE (ADDITIONAL) ATTRIBUTES
Experience in Africa or other parts of the developing world.
Commitment to development
An emerging record of academic publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals commensurate with career stage.
Interest in and enthusiasm for teaching
Experience of academic or project work on development
DESCRIPTION OF BENEFITS:
Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.
TO APPLY
Candidates
should state in their application letters how they meet the essential
and desirable attributes. Specific examples should be provided.
Suitably qualified candidates should submit their resumes, cover letters and references to recruitment@aun.edu.ng
before the closing date of this publication. The position being applied
for should be the subject of the email. Only shortlisted candidates
will be contacted.
AUN is an equal-opportunity and non-discriminatory employer. For more information on AUN, please visit www.aun.edu.ng
DUE DATE: 8 January, 2017
Job Vacancy at The American University of Nigeria (AUN)
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