Lecturer - Geology & Petroleum Engineering

Lecturer - Geology & Petroleum Engineering

Khibrad Recruitment Agency is recruiting a qualified and experienced Lecturer in Geology & Petroleum Engineering on behalf of a reputable higher education institution in Mogadishu, Somalia.

1. Job Details

• Position: Lecturer - Geology & Petroleum Engineering
• Location: Mogadishu, Somalia (National) / Remote (International)
• Employment Type: Hourly-Based
• Teaching Mode: On-Campus for National Lecturers / Online-Remote for International Lecturers
• Minimum Academic Qualification: Master's Degree in the Relevant Field
• Recruitment Agency: Khibrad Recruitment Agency

2. Job Summary

The successful candidate will deliver undergraduate teaching in geology, earth resources, petroleum exploration and petroleum engineering. The lecturer should combine strong theoretical knowledge with field, laboratory, data-analysis and industry-relevant teaching while promoting safety, environmental responsibility and professional ethics.

3. Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions, field-based instruction and other academic activities in assigned geology and petroleum subjects.
• Teach relevant areas such as physical and structural geology, mineralogy, sedimentology, petroleum geology, basin analysis, geophysics, reservoir engineering, drilling, production systems, geological mapping and GIS.
• Develop teaching materials, practical exercises, data-interpretation tasks and case studies aligned with programme learning outcomes.
• Use geological maps, GIS, geophysical data, petroleum software and other relevant tools to strengthen practical learning where resources permit.
• Plan and supervise geological fieldwork, technical visits and practical exercises in accordance with safety and academic requirements.
• Set and assess examinations, assignments, laboratory work, field reports, presentations and technical projects and provide constructive feedback.
• Supervise undergraduate research projects, capstone projects and internships where assigned.
• Promote professional ethics, health and safety, environmental responsibility and responsible natural-resource development.
• Maintain complete attendance, assessment and academic records and submit reports within required timelines.
• Contribute to curriculum review, research, quality assurance, academic events and relevant industry engagement.

4. Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should have:

• Minimum Master's degree in Geology, Petroleum Engineering, Petroleum Geology, Geophysics, Geological Engineering or a closely related discipline from a recognised university.
• A relevant Bachelor's degree in geology, earth sciences or petroleum engineering is required.
• A PhD in a relevant discipline is an advantage.
• Relevant university teaching, research, field or petroleum-sector experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience in geological mapping, exploration, reservoir studies, drilling, production, GIS, geophysical interpretation or related software is an advantage.
• Knowledge of environmental management, occupational health and safety and responsible natural-resource development is desirable.

5. Skills and Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong analytical and technical understanding of geology and petroleum systems.
• Ability to translate complex geological and engineering concepts into clear, applied learning.
• Good fieldwork, data-interpretation, presentation and report-writing skills.
• Ability to supervise technical projects and support research-oriented learning.
• High standards of safety, environmental responsibility and professional ethics.
• Reliable, organised and able to work collaboratively with academic and technical teams.

6. Employment Benefits

• Competitive hourly teaching rate based on qualifications, academic experience, professional expertise and the agreed appointment terms.
• Teaching schedule allocated according to course requirements, the academic timetable, lecturer availability and, where applicable, time-zone compatibility for online teaching.
• Opportunity to contribute to curriculum development, student mentoring, research, innovation and applied learning.
• Flexible academic environment supporting on-campus teaching for national lecturers and online/remote teaching for international lecturers, together with collaboration and continued professional development.

International lecturers will deliver assigned courses online/remotely from their country of residence through approved teaching platforms, subject to timetable, course and quality requirements.

• Potential for future teaching assignments subject to academic need, performance and availability.

7. Application Requirements

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Cover letter clearly stating the lecturer position applied for and summarising relevant teaching, research and/or professional experience.
• Copies of Master's and Bachelor's degree certificates and academic transcripts.
• Copies of relevant professional certificates, licences or registrations, where applicable.
• Evidence of university teaching, research, industry, field or professional experience, where available.
• Contact details for at least two professional or academic referees.
• Copy of a valid national identification document or passport.

8. Who Can Apply

• Qualified national and international applicants are encouraged to apply.
• International lecturers will teach online/remotely from their country of residence, while national lecturers are expected to teach on campus.
• Candidates with strong university teaching, research, industry or professional experience relevant to the subject area are particularly encouraged to apply. International applicants should also have reliable internet access, a suitable online-teaching setup and availability that aligns with the assigned class timetable.

9. How to Apply

Qualified candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to apply through the Khibrad Recruitment Agency Job Portal at jobs.khibrad.com. Applicants should upload the required documents and clearly state the lecturer position they are applying for. International applicants should also confirm their country of residence, time zone and general online-teaching availability. National applicants should confirm their availability to teach on campus. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.