Associate Professor at University of Cape Coast

About the Position

The University of Cape Coast invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for lectureship positions in the School of Sustainable Engineering.

Fields of Specialization

• Coastal Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Agricultural Engineering (Machinery)
• Mechanical Engineering (Thermo-fluids)
• Mechanical Engineering (Design and Manufacturing)
• Chemical Engineering
• Renewable Energy Engineering (Solar/Wind/Biomass)
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Computer Engineering

Key Responsibilities

• Teach courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels
• Supervise students' theses and research projects
• Conduct original research to advance knowledge in sustainability and sustainable development
• Engage in community and outreach services
• Conduct pioneering research relevant to the water-energy-climate-health-agriculture and artificial intelligence nexus

Research Focus Areas

Candidates are expected to conduct research in areas including:

• Renewable energy
• Sustainable agriculture
• Sustainable and resilient infrastructure
• Wastewater treatment and reuse
• Public health improvement
• Risk and resilience analysis
• Sustainable chemical, electrical, and mechanical manufacturing
• Sustainable coastal development

Required Competencies

Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to:

• High-quality original research for addressing sustainability challenges
• Equity, diversity, and inclusion in creating a respectful and collegial learning and working environment
• Research and scholarship advancement through grantsmanship
• Willingness to learn and apply new approaches and techniques in teaching and research

Position Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Category: Education/Teaching
• Location: Cape Coast, Ghana