Tutor – Medical Laboratory Sciences

Main purpose of the job

To provide high-quality teaching, training, mentorship, and academic support to students enrolled in the Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences programme, ensuring competence-based learning, professional growth, and compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements. The tutor will collaborate closely with the Head of Department, contributing to our department’s key performance indicators and helping us achieve the university’s and directorates inspiring mission and vision.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and training

Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, practical sessions, and demonstrations in Medical Laboratory Sciences

Prepare internal exams, conduct validation and of the exams

Attendance to all class contact hours as assigned.

Student Assessment and Evaluation

Develop and administer continuous assessments, practical examinations, assignments, and end-term examinations.

Mark, grade, and and enter the grades into ERP for the assigned units.

Maintain accurate academic and assessment records.

Adhere to the exam preparation and processing schedule.

Clinical and Practical Training

Coordinate and supervise students during clinical placements and field activities.

Assess students on placement and enter grades into the ERP

Liaise with training sites to ensure quality clinical learning experiences

Laboratory Management

Ensure proper use, maintenance, and safety of laboratory equipment and teaching materials.

Promote adherence to laboratory quality management systems, biosafety, and infection prevention protocols.

Assist in inventory management of laboratory supplies and reagents.

Administrative Responsibilities

Attend departmental meetings and academic committees as assigned.

Participate in student mentorship, guidance, and counseling activities.

Contribute to student recruitment, institutional events, and community outreach programme.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution.

Valid registration and practicing license from the relevant professional regulatory body.

At least three (3) years of relevant teaching experience.

Possession of a teaching qualification/training in pedagogy is an added advantage.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively within a team, strong organizational and problem solving skills.

High level of integrity and professionalism.

Main purpose of the job

To provide high-quality teaching, training, mentorship, and academic support to students enrolled in the Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences programme, ensuring competence-based learning, professional growth, and compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements. The tutor will collaborate closely with the Head of Department, contributing to our department’s key performance indicators and helping us achieve the university’s and directorates inspiring mission and vision.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and training

Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, practical sessions, and demonstrations in Medical Laboratory Sciences

Prepare internal exams, conduct validation and of the exams

Attendance to all class contact hours as assigned.

Student Assessment and Evaluation

Develop and administer continuous assessments, practical examinations, assignments, and end-term examinations.

Mark, grade, and and enter the grades into ERP for the assigned units.

Maintain accurate academic and assessment records.

Adhere to the exam preparation and processing schedule.

Clinical and Practical Training

Coordinate and supervise students during clinical placements and field activities.

Assess students on placement and enter grades into the ERP

Liaise with training sites to ensure quality clinical learning experiences

Laboratory Management

Ensure proper use, maintenance, and safety of laboratory equipment and teaching materials.

Promote adherence to laboratory quality management systems, biosafety, and infection prevention protocols.

Assist in inventory management of laboratory supplies and reagents.

Administrative Responsibilities

Attend departmental meetings and academic committees as assigned.

Participate in student mentorship, guidance, and counseling activities.

Contribute to student recruitment, institutional events, and community outreach programme.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution.

Valid registration and practicing license from the relevant professional regulatory body.

At least three (3) years of relevant teaching experience.

Possession of a teaching qualification/training in pedagogy is an added advantage.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively within a team, strong organizational and problem solving skills.

High level of integrity and professionalism.

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