Tutorial Fellow - Community Health

Role Overview

This position focuses on delivering community health education across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, blending interactive lectures with practical sessions that equip students for field-based work. The lecturer will take an active role in shaping course content and contributing to applied research that directly impacts public health outcomes. By mentoring students and collaborating with academic peers, this role helps build a pipeline of skilled health practitioners ready to address community needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials and practical sessions in community health, ensuring content is current and relevant.
• Develop new course materials and update existing programme modules to reflect advances in the field and student feedback.
• Collaborate with departmental colleagues to review curricula, align learning objectives, and integrate interdisciplinary perspectives.
• Conduct independent or team-based research in community health, prepare grant proposals, and secure funding for projects.
• Present findings at conferences, symposia, or workshops and publish results in peer-reviewed journals or other scholarly outlets.
• Provide academic advising and career mentorship to students, supporting their professional growth and research interests.
• Engage in consultancy work that applies community health expertise to real-world challenges, enhancing the department’s external profile.
• Participate in departmental committees, accreditation processes, and other duties assigned by the Head of Department to support institutional goals.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in Community Health (or a closely related field) from an accredited university.
• At least three years of relevant work experience after completing the Master’s degree, preferably in teaching, research, or community health practice.
• Demonstrated potential to deliver high-quality university-level instruction and to develop engaging learning environments.
• Evidence of research capability, such as publications, conference presentations, or completed research projects.
• Strong commitment to student mentorship and to fostering an inclusive, supportive classroom culture.
• Ability to work collaboratively on curriculum design and to adapt teaching methods to diverse learner needs.