FACULTY OF ARTS - DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY

Applications are invited from qualified candidates to take up lectureship positions in the:

DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY, UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST, GHANA

Fields:

i. African/African Diaspora History

ii. Asian History

iii. American (North, Latin, Central and South) History

BACKGROUND OF CANDIDATES

1. Professor

The candidate must:

i. Possess a PhD with specialisation in one or more of the fields of study listed above or a closely related academic area;

ii. Have considerable teaching experience in the relevant area of specialisation in a reputable tertiary institution;

iii. Have a strong research background and professional experience;

iv. Be recognized internationally on account or research carried out in the area of specialisation; and

v. Have experience of and commitment to excellent teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

2. Associate Professor

The candidate must:

i. Possess a PhD with specialisation in one or more of the fields of study listed above or a closely related academic area;

ii. Have considerable teaching experience in the relevant area of specialisation in a reputable tertiary institution;

iii. Have a strong research background and professional experience;

iv. Have a record of outstanding scholarship in the relevant area of study; and

v. Experience of and commitment to excellent teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

3. Senior Lecturer

The candidate must:

i. Possess a PhD with specialisation in one or more of the fields of study listed above or a closely related academic area;

ii. Have a strong research background and professional experience;

iii. Have at least four years teaching experience at the University level;

iv. Have carried out research and published articles in the relevant area in peer-reviewed journals; and

v. Have a commitment to excellent teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

4. Lecturer

i. Possess a PhD with specialisation in one or more of the fields of study listed above or a closely related academic area;

ii. Have some professional experience in the specific area;

iii. Have demonstrated potential and interest to conduct research and to excel in teaching; and

iv. Have a commitment to excellent teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Applicants are expected to show evidence of a commitment to: (a) equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment; and (b) advancement of research and scholarship, and willingness to learn new approaches and techniques of teaching and researching.

For inquiries, please contact

The Administrator, Department of History

Tel: +233 0206119220

Email: history@ucc.edu.gh

Mode of Application

Interested applicants should download an Application Form from the University of Cape Coast website at www.ucc.edu.gh/forms

3. Completed application forms together with a detailed CV/resume and photocopies of relevant certificates and names of three referees who are familiar with the applicant’s academic/professional competence should be forwarded to:

The Registrar

University of Cape Coast

PMB

Cape Coast

Ghana