Director of Research and Consultancy

About the role

Ghana Technology University College (formerly Ghana Telecom University College) is inviting applications for the position of Director of Research and Consultancy. The role is based in Accra and focuses on leading research and consultancy activities, securing funding and building academic partnerships.

Required profile

• PhD with a distinguished academic leadership record.
• Vast network of academic relations with national and international research institutions.
• At least five years of working experience in a tertiary institution, including three years in leadership roles such as Faculty Dean or Head of Department.
• Scholarly credentials in teaching, research with publications and service, meriting appointment to at least senior lecturer level.

Key responsibilities

• Design, assess and promote research and consulting projects.
• Obtain public and private funds, nationally and internationally, for research and innovative technology.
• Attract grants and funds for Research and Development for the Faculty, staff and university.
• Manage proposals, reporting and budgets for research and consultancy.

Required skills

• Proposal development, submission, pre- and post-reporting and budget management.
• Familiarity with software systems and tools for grant-related management.

To apply, candidates submit their letter of interest, CV, copies of certificates and transcripts by email to the university's human resources unit; hard copies go to the Registrar at the college in Accra. The closing date is 30 June 2013.