Instructor School Of Nursing And Midwifery

Entity: Aga Khan University

Location: Karachi, Pakistan

Introduction:

The Aga Khan University is a private, international university committed to international standards of excellence in teaching, research, and service. Its teaching hospital, the Aga Khan University Hospital has been accredited by the prestigious Joint Commission International for achieving the highest international healthcare standards.

Established in 1980, Aga Khan University School of Nursing and Midwifery (AKU-SONAM) has the honor of being the founding academic entity of the University and a benchmark for nursing education in Pakistan. The school is committed to excellence in the fields of education, research, nursing practice, and administration. It is also committed to providing the highest standards in nursing education programmes, in line with the Universitys vision and values. SONAM values inclusivity and pluralism. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who bring varied cultural, ethnic, and experiential perspectives to our faculty.

AKU is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and aims to adopt appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between all faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment.

Aga Khan University invites applications for the position of Instructor at the School of Nursing and Midwifery.

Job Role / Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Associate Dean, Undergraduate Nursing Education, you will be responsible for:

• teach assigned theoretical and clinical courses in the Undergraduate Nursing Education programme, including lectures, assignments, examinations, and other learning activities
• apply effective teaching and learning strategies aligned with course objectives and students’ learning needs
• supervise students in clinical settings, facilitating the integration of theoretical knowledge into practice and ensuring clinical learning experiences meet course objectives and professional standards
• develop and maintain course grids, including curriculum content, teaching and learning strategies, assessment methods, and class schedules
• contribute to curriculum development and review, incorporating current evidence, best practices, and innovative teaching methodologies to enhance student engagement and learning
• develop and implement fair and objective assessment and evaluation methods for classroom and clinical instruction in accordance with SONAM and Aga Khan University policies
• provide formative and summative feedback to students, promoting self-directed learning, inquiry, and the development of culturally relevant knowledge and practices
• identify and address learning and course-related challenges, recommending appropriate strategies and seeking guidance from senior faculty or supervisors when required
• serve as an academic advisor to undergraduate students, supporting their academic progress and professional development
• participate in research activities, including serving as a Co-Investigator with senior colleagues and contributing to research dissemination
• participate in SONAM committees, meetings, workshops, and programme-related activities, contributing to the ongoing development and improvement of the programme
• maintain confidentiality and security of student records, assessment materials, and advisement information in accordance with University policies
• contribute to quality improvement and programme development initiatives within Undergraduate Nursing Education
   

Note: These responsibilities may be subject to periodic review and adjustments as per the institutions requirements and the evolving educational landscape.

Requirements:

You should have

• a masters degree (MScN- with clinical expertise /MSc in MPH, Epi Bio, HPM) with Basic Nursing qualification as mandatory (BScN/Post-RN, Diploma in Nursing)
• a minimum of 2 years of clinical community experience including teaching experience
• published at least one research paper in an Indexed Journal in the last 2 years
• an ability to demonstrate clinical competence as a professional nurse and an effective role model
• sound conceptual knowledge of nursing/field of specialization and ability to integrate theory into practice
• good teaching skills & knowledge of new teaching methodologies & practices
• knowledge of current research methodologies, and an ability to initiate research
• excellent written and verbal communication
• good academic writing & presentation skills
• fluency in English & Urdu and an ability to communicate in other regional languages would be an advantage
• proficiency in the use of computers and related computer software packages
• good conceptual and analytical skills
• knowledge of educational leadership and management
• excellent interpersonal skills & ability to work with teams
• commitment to learning and growth and pursuing continuous improvement.

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.