- We invite applications from suitably qualified academics from accredited universities to serve as Project Co-Supervisors for our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
- As a leading private Open and Distance Learning (ODL) institution, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic quality, integrity and excellence and Project Co-Supervisors will play a crucial role in this process.
- This call is open to scholars with demonstrated expertise the academic discipline offered by the University.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Academic Rank: The candidate must not be below the rank of Senior Lecturer.
- A Reader or Professor are often the preferred choice, especially for postgraduate research supervision.
- Qualification: Must possess a minimum of a Ph.D. in their field of expertise from an accredited institution.
- Experience: Must have relevant expertise in their specialization.
- Demonstrated track record of postgraduate supervision and research publications in reputable, peer-reviewed journals .
Candidates must not have any conflict of interest, including but not limited to:
- Current or recent employment with Iconic Open University (within the last three years)
- Close professional, contractual, or personal relationships with staff or students involved in the programme
- Significant involvement in recent collaborative research with staff closely involved in the programme
- Reciprocal arrangements involving cognate programmes at another institution
- Former students of the University (unless a period of five years has elapsed and all students taught by or with the examiner have completed their programmes)
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong publication record in reputable journals within the last three years.
- Experience in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) environments.
- Evidence of leadership in research and postgraduate
- External Examiners and Project Co-Supervisors will be engaged on a contractual basis over a period of time with specified duties and roles that may change from time to time.
- Step 1: Expression of Interest
- Interested candidates must submit an independent application to Iconic Open University, expressing their interest in serving as a project supervisor.
- Step 2: Review of applications and invitation for a due-deligence interaction virtually.
- Step 3: Transmission of the evaluation outcome for Senate consideration and approval.
- Step 4: Official Appointment
- Upon Senate approval, successful candidates will receive an official letter of appointment with conditions of contract and terms of reference.