Lecturer/Lecturer in Accounting

Ihre Aufgaben

• Teaching courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Accounting

• Participating in the design and management of courses

• Developing a research programme and providing ongoing revision of the curriculum to keep abreast of development and innovation

• Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research projects

• Collaborating at the Departmental and Faculty levels to engage in community outreach activities

Ihr Profil

The successful candidate must possess a PhD from a recognized university, which should be in Accounting or a closely related field.

Candidates should also possess:

• Teaching experience at a recognized university

• Substantial record of research and publications in reputable, peer-reviewed journals

• Expertise in at least one (1) of the following areas:

  o Auditing

  o Assurance

  o Taxation

  o Accounting Information Systems

  o Theory and Practice

  o Contemporary Issues in Accounting

• Demonstrated proficiency to teach a range of courses in the Accounting discipline

  Candidates with the following would have an advantage:

• Professional qualification or Masters in Accounting or closely related field

• Postgraduate teaching experience

• Experience in course management

• Supervision of postgraduate and undergraduate students

• Prior evidence of the development of curricula and provision of academic leadership in the discipline

  The following would be considered assets:

• Certificate in university teaching and learning

• Experience in the practice of Accounting at a senior level in industry or in an Accounting environment

• Consultancy experience in Accounting or a closely related field

• Prior evidence of organization of seminars and workshops in the discipline

• Proficiency in teaching any other closely related Management discipline, The Campus places high priority on individuals of integrity who can work well in a team and student friendly environment. Candidates should also possess good communication and interpersonal skills. A good command of both oral and written English is essential. Candidates should also:

• Be able to work independently

• Be proactive, conscientious and focused

• Be able to teach in multiple modes: face-to-face, online, hybrid and blended environments

• Be able to conduct day or evening classes

• Be able to collaborate with colleagues in research, teaching, orientation and academic advising

• Be self-motivated, driven and student-centred

• Be student-centred

Kontakt

Detailed application and full curriculum vitae should be sent to the Campus Registrar, c/o HR Division (Appointments Section), Main Administration Building, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago, W.I. via e-mail: HRApplications@sta.uwi.edu. Three (3) referees (one of whom should be from your present organization) must be indicated. Application forms may be obtained at http://www.sta.uwi.edu in the Faculty & Staff, Staff Vacancies section. Further particulars including remuneration package may also be obtained at the above address. In order to expedite the appointment procedures, applicants are advised to ask their referees to send their signed references under CONFIDENTIAL cover DIRECTLY to the Campus Registrar at the above address without waiting to be contacted by the University. Applications received after the deadline date will not be considered.