LECTURER, SCHOOL OF INTEGRATED MEDICINE & LIFE SCIENCES

Job Description:

ADMINISTRATION

To implement and adhere to the KPJU vision, mission, policies and decisions effectively and efficiently.
To plan, organise and coordinate students’ learning experiences to ensure learning objectives are achieved and a safe, conducive learning environment is maintained.
To fulfil all assigned teaching hours.
To teach assigned subjects in accordance with the curriculum and lecturer guide using appropriate and varied teaching methodologies.
To ensure all learning activities are conducted according to the Master Plan. To supervise, teach, and assess students in both academic and clinical settings.
To provide structured feedback on students’ academic and clinical performance to support learning progression.
To design, conduct and evaluate formative, summative and practical examinations in accordance with curriculum requirements.
To formulate and submit examination questions for all assessments.
To maintain confidentiality and integrity in all examination processes (theory and practical).
To serve as an examiner in programme examinations when assigned.
To contribute to the continuous improvement of existing programme curricula and provide ideas, input and support for the development of new academic programmes.
To promote and maintain student discipline in accordance with institutional expectations.
To enforce and uphold student disciplinary rules and regulations in line with KPJU policies.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

To participate actively in KPJU and all KPJHB quality assurance activities.
To promote and maintain positive corporate culture.
To participate in the implementation of the total quality management system of the KPJU.

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA)

Reporting unsafe practices, conditions, near misses, incident and accidents to General Manager and Secretary of the Safety and Health Committee.
Comply with Company policies, Health and Safety policies.
To take reasonable care for safety and health of herself and other persons who may be affected by her acts or omission at work.
To co-operate with Management of KPJU in the discharge of any duty or requirement imposed on the Management by the Occupational Safety and Health Act or any Regulations made therein.
To wear or use at all times any personal protective equipment or clothing provided by the Management KPJU for the purposes of preventing risks to his/her safety and health.
To comply with any instruction or measure on Occupational Safety and Health Act and Regulations made therein.
To establish and maintain the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHS).
To establish and maintain any related quality and risk & opportunities in Quality Management System of the department and school.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

To plan, organise and coordinate co-curricular and extracurricular activities that enhance student learning and complement the programme’s academic objectives.
To actively participate in institutional and KPJ Healthcare quality assurance initiatives, ensuring compliance with academic standards, policies, and accreditation requirements.
To promote and uphold a culture of academic excellence and continuous quality improvement, contributing to the effective implementation of quality education and training practices within the university.
To coordinate and oversee student research projects, from proposal development to dissertation completion, including monitoring progress, ensuring adherence to timelines, and facilitating presentations and assessments.
To act as a liaison between the department/school and internal as well as external stakeholders (e.g. Research & Innovation Department, industry partners, funding agencies, and relevant ministries) to support the development and implementation of research activities.
To facilitate and support research collaborations and grant-related initiatives, including identifying funding opportunities, coordinating proposal submissions, and ensuring compliance with institutional and funding body requirements.

Job Requirement:

Education:

Knowledge and Experiences:

Skills & Competencies:

Technical skills required

Proficiency in using Learning Management System (LMS), Campus Management Systems (CMS) and teaching aid.
Experience in Occupational Therapy field especially in the industry

Special skills required

Personal attributes

Passion for teaching and nurturing future occupational therapists.
Strong ethical and professional conduct
Adaptability to evolving academic and healthcare environments
Leadership and teamwork in academic and research activities
Commitment to lifelong learning and professional development, with willingness to acquire new knowledge and skills.

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