- Company: Tetra Maritime
- Location: Lagos
- Job type: Full-time
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About the role
Tetra Maritime, a leading Nigerian ship owner and operator, is seeking a highly qualified Senior Lecturer in Maritime Studies to join the SeaLearn faculty. This full-time position in Lagos involves teaching, curriculum development, and contributing to the academic and professional growth of the institution.
Responsibilities
- Develop, review, and update curricula to meet regulatory standards such as IMO/STCW and industry trends.
- Prepare high-quality courseware, including presentations, simulation exercises, and practical mockups.
- Deliver lectures, seminars, and practical training in navigation, maritime safety, cargo operations, and environmental protection.
- Monitor and provide feedback on courseware developed by junior faculty.
- Supervise student projects, dissertations, and assessments.
- Engage in research and publish articles in reputable maritime journals.
- Provide mentorship and academic guidance to junior faculty and students.
- Participate in quality assurance processes and accreditation activities.
- Collaborate with industry stakeholders and regulatory bodies to enhance training relevance.
- Contribute to the development of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programs.
Requirements
- Master Class I Certificate of Competency (e.g., Master Mariner) from a reputed Flag administration.
- A master’s degree in Maritime Studies, Nautical Science, Education, or a related field (PhD in progress is an advantage).
- Administration-approved certificate to ‘Train the Trainer’ and/or ‘Train the Simulator Trainer’.
- 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.
- Familiarity with e-learning tools and simulation-based training.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should click here to apply online.

