Tetra Maritime

Maritime Navigation Lecturer

Higher Education FacultyPosted on Nov 11

Full-timeLagos, NigeriaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Hold a recognized Master Class I Certificate of Competency, such as Master Mariner, from a reputed Flag administration.
Hold a master's degree; a PhD in progress is an advantageous alternative in Maritime Studies, Nautical Science, Education, or a related field.
Hold an Administration-approved certificate to Train the Trainer and/or Train the Simulator Trainer.
Have a minimum of 10 years of experience in maritime education and/or seagoing or shore-based maritime industry roles.
Have a strong understanding of international maritime regulations, including STCW.
Have proven teaching and curriculum development experience at a higher education level.
Be familiar with e-learning tools and simulation-based training.
Have an established network within the maritime sector, in industry or academia.
Have working expertise in MS Office and other software tools and apps.

Responsibilities

Develop, review, and update curriculum to meet regulatory standards such as IMO/STCW and industry trends.
Prepare courseware, including presentations, simulation exercises, and practical mockups, using learning pedagogy to transfer knowledge and skills effectively.
Deliver lectures, seminars, and practical training sessions in navigation, maritime safety, cargo operations, commercial operations, environmental protection, and related disciplines.
Monitor courseware developed by junior faculty and provide feedback and guidance for improvement.
Supervise student projects, dissertations, and assessments.
Conduct research and write articles for reputed journals and publications relevant to the maritime field.
Deliver presentations at seminars and conferences that enhance the image of SeaLearn.
Provide mentorship and academic guidance to junior faculty and students.
Participate in internal committees, quality assurance processes, and accreditation activities.
Collaborate with maritime industry stakeholders and regulatory bodies to improve training relevance and graduate employability.
Contribute to the development and delivery of Continuing Professional Development programs.

Desired Qualifications

Teaching or training experience, including informal experience or experience gained as part of professional duties.
Experience in academic research or industry-driven projects.

Maritime Navigation Lecturer

Tetra Maritime · Lagos, Nigeria · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-11

Workplace: on_site

Department: SeaLearn

Description

Sealearn is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Senior Lecturer in Maritime Studies to join our faculty. The ideal candidate will possess strong academic credentials and industry experience. This role involves teaching, curriculum development, creation and delivery of simulation and practical exercises, research, mentoring and contributing to the academic and professional growth of the institution.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, review, and update curriculum to meet regulatory standards (e.g., IMO/STCW) and industry trends.
Prepare Courseware including presentations, simulation exercises and practical mockups, keeping in mind the pedagogy of learning, to enable top quality transfer of knowledge and skills to the learner.
Deliver high-quality lectures, seminars, and practical training sessions in subjects such as navigation, maritime safety, cargo operations, commercial operations, environmental protection and related disciplines.
Monitor and oversee courseware developed by junior faculty and provide feedback and guidance towards their improvement.
Supervise student projects, dissertations, and assessments.
Engage in research and writing articles for reputed journals and publications relevant to the maritime field. Deliver presentations at reputed seminars and conferences that enhance the image of SeaLearn.
Provide mentorship and academic guidance to junior faculty and students.
Participate in internal committees, quality assurance processes, and accreditation activities.
Collaborate with maritime industry stakeholders and regulatory bodies to enhance training relevance and employability of graduates.
Contribute to the development and delivery of CPD (Continuing Professional Development) programs.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

Recognized professional certification Master Class I Certificate of Competency (e.g., Master Mariner) from a reputed Flag administration.
A master’s degree (or PhD in-progress in Maritime Studies, Nautical Science, Education, or a related field, will be an advantage).
Holds an Administration-approved certificate to ‘Train the Trainer’ and/or ‘Train the Simulator Trainer’. Teaching or training experience (even informal or as part of professional duties) is an advantage.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in maritime education and/or seagoing or shore-based maritime industry roles.
Strong understanding of international maritime regulations including STCW Proven teaching and curriculum development experience at a higher education level.
Experience in academic research or industry-driven projects is an advantage.
Familiarity with e-learning tools and simulation-based training.
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment, with a collaborative approach.
Established network within the maritime sector (industry or academia).
Computer savvy and has working expertise in MS Office and other software tools and apps.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.

Benefits

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a high-impact team at the heart of the business. The role offers exposure to strategic decision-making and the potential for career progression within the organisation.

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