Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Bioinformatics

• A PhD or equivalent in bioinformatics or aligned discipline.
• Demonstrated research excellence in bioinformatics, including a publication record in highly regarded scientific journals.
• Ability to lead an independent research program.
• Experience in delivering bioinformatics courses relevant to genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology, or microbiology at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Strong organizational, intercultural, and interpersonal skills, as well as a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Learning / Teaching

• Effectively teach and facilitate learning on a range of subjects / modules within the subject area of bioinformatics and cellular biology on undergraduate, postgraduate, professional and post-experience programmes.
• Ensure that module / programme design and delivery comply with the quality standards and regulations of the University.
• Participate effectively in the assessment process, including the setting, marking and moderation of student work, providing constructive feedback and ensuring it is in accordance with quality assurance procedures.
• Participate in the continuing review and development of module/programme delivery, incorporating innovative study modes, learning environments and pedagogic practices to engage and stimulate students, deliver effective learning outcomes and develop the skills and attributes.
• Take on relevant module leader and/or programme leader responsibilities, including associated marketing, recruitment, delivery and ongoing programme development activities.

Research / Scholarship

• Ensure that knowledge from research and scholarly activities informs and enhances learning and teaching, as well as extending it to appropriate external activities such as knowledge transfer activities.
• Engage in individual research and collaborate both internally and externally on research projects that are consistent with the College, and contribute to influencing leading edge practice in the University.
• Sustain and enhance the reputation of the University by publishing in appropriate quality journals and presenting at scholarly activities such as workshops, conferences, and other similar events.
• Develop and maintain contacts and relationship with relevant professional, research, and industrial organisations.
• Contribute to writing bids for externally funded research projects.
• Provide pastoral care to students, referring when necessary to services that provide further support.
• Support marketing and student recruitment activities as required.
• Develop external links in order, for example, to support student recruitment, secure student placements, facilitate outreach work, generate income, or build relationships for future activities.
• Be responsible for administrative duties in areas such as admissions, timetabling, examinations, and assessment of progress and student attendance.
• Contribute to effective cross University working.
• Observe and implement University policies and procedures.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Contract length: 24 months

Pay: RM5,000.00 - RM8,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Day shift

Expected Start Date: 02/01/2025