REPUBLIC OF TURKEY GIRESUN UNIVERSITY
School of Health Services
Academic Staff Job Descriptions
PROFESSOR JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Professor (Faculty Member)
Legal Framework: Higher Education Law No. 2547, Articles 23, 24, 35*
Required to teach a minimum of ten hours per week
May teach at the university where assigned, not limited to their own college when needed
Provide education and training at undergraduate and associate degree levels
Prepare and develop course plans and curricula
Provide student academic advising
Conduct exam preparation and evaluation processes
Monitor student success and provide academic guidance
Coordinate and monitor internships
Conduct scientific research and development activities
Produce scientific publications and works
Participate in national and international scientific meetings
Execute and manage research projects
Advise doctoral and master's degree students
Conduct patent and utility model studies
Serve as members of college councils
May undertake department head responsibilities
Serve as reviewers for scientific journals
Participate in jury memberships
Take part in academic evaluation committees
Coordinate and monitor student internships
Organize field applications
Strengthen connections with industry
Collaborate with professional chambers
Provide professional skills training
Provide advisory services to student clubs
Participate in social responsibility projects
Engage in community service activities
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Associate Professor (Faculty Member)
Legal Framework: Higher Education Law No. 2547, Articles 25, 35*
Required to teach a minimum of ten hours per week
Provide education and training at undergraduate and associate degree levels
Conduct theoretical and practical courses
Provide student academic advising and guidance
Develop course content and evaluation systems
Monitor and evaluate student success
Coordinate and monitor internships
Conduct original scientific research in their field
Produce scientific publications and works
Participate in national and international scientific meetings
Take part in research projects
Advise master's degree students
Serve as members of college councils
May undertake department head responsibilities
Serve on scientific committees
Participate in academic evaluation processes
Coordinate and monitor student internships
Organize field applications
Strengthen connections with industry
Collaborate with professional chambers
Provide professional skills training
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Assistant Professor
Legal Framework: Higher Education Law No. 2547, Articles 26, 35*
Required to teach a minimum of ten hours per week
Provide theoretical and practical courses at associate degree level
Provide student academic advising
Prepare course plans and evaluation systems
Monitor student success and provide academic support
Conduct laboratory and practical courses
Coordinate and monitor internships
Conduct scientific research and development studies
Publish in peer-reviewed journals
Participate in scientific meetings and conferences
Take part in research projects
Serve on college committees
May undertake department head responsibilities
Participate in academic evaluation processes
Provide advisory services to student clubs
LECTURER JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Lecturer
Legal Framework: Higher Education Law No. 2547, Articles 31, 35*
Required to teach a minimum of twelve hours per week
Assigned to teach courses where no faculty members are appointed under this Law, or to handle education, training, and applications of topics requiring special knowledge and expertise in any course
Provide theoretical and practical courses at associate degree level
Conduct laboratory and workshop courses
Provide student academic advising
Coordinate and monitor internships
Conduct examination and evaluation processes
Coordinate and monitor student internships
Organize field applications
Strengthen connections with industry
Collaborate with professional chambers
Provide professional skills training
Serve on college committees
Provide advisory services to student clubs
Participate in social responsibility projects
Engage in community service activities
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Comply with the provisions of Higher Education Law No. 2547
Respect the principles of academic freedom and autonomy
Behave in accordance with scientific ethical rules
Fulfill the responsibilities specified in the job description
Complete academic and administrative duties on time and comprehensively
Protect the reputation of the higher education institution
Continuously develop professionally in their field
Follow innovative educational methods
Integrate technological developments into education
Comply with occupational health and safety rules
Know and implement emergency procedures
Take safety precautions in their area of responsibility
