Call For Applications for Faculty Appointment
The University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for appointment as Professors, Associate Professors, Senior Lecturers and Lecturers.
- LAW
- MARKETING
- ACCOUNTING
- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
- FINANCE
- BANKING
- COMMUNICATION STUDIES
- REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT AND FINANCE
- OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
- SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
BACKGROUND OF CANDIDATES
PROFESSOR
The candidate must:
1. Possess a PhD with specialization in the particular areas of study listed above or a closely related academic area;
2. Have considerable teaching experience in the relevant area of specialization in a reputable tertiary institution;
3. Have a strong research background and professional experience;
4. Be recognized internationally on account of research carried out in the area of specialization; and
5. Have experience of and commitment to excellent teaching at the post graduate and undergraduate levels.
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
The candidate must:
1. Possess a PhD with specialization in the particular areas of study listed above or a closely related academic area.
2. Have considerable teaching experience in the relevant area of specialization in a reputable tertiary institution;
3. Have a strong research background and professional experience;
4. Have a record of outstanding scholarship in the relevant area of study; and
5. Experience of and commitment to excellent teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
SENIOR LECTURER
The candidate must:
1. Possess a PhD with specialization in the particular area of study or a closely related academic area;
2. Have a strong research background and professional experience;
3. Have at least four years teaching experience at the University level;
4. Have carried out research and published articles in the relevant area in peer-reviewed journals; and
5. Have a commitment to excellent teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
LECTURER
The candidate must:
1. Possess a PhD with specialization in the particular area of study or a closely related academic area of study listed above.
2. Have some professional experience in the specific area;
3. Have demonstrated potential and interest to conduct research and to excel in teaching; and
4. Have a commitment to excellent teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Applicants should have a commitment to the advancement of research and scholarship, a willingness to learn new approaches and techniques and to be available for student supervision. Applicants should also be prepared to teach in the distance education mode.
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested applicants should download Application Form from the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) website:
Completed application forms together with detailed resumes and photocopies of relevant certificates and names of three referees who are conversant with applicant’s academic/professional competence should be forwarded to:
THE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCE,
UNIVERSITY OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES, ACCRA,
P. O. BOX LG 149
LEGON-ACCRA.
