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The lecturer is responsible for promoting linguistic competence, cultural understanding, and academic excellence in English language education, aligned with institutional and national higher-education goals.\nKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:\n1. Teaching and Learning:\nPresent undergraduate modules in English language, linguistics, literature, or language education.\nUpdate learning materials, and assessments.\nApply student-centred, multilingual and inclusive teaching practices.\nMonitor and support student academic success and progression.\nEnsure quality assessment practices aligned with institutional policies.\n2. Academic Administration and Leadership:\nParticipate in subject group and School meetings.\nPerform administrative duties related to modules and programmes.\nContribute to quality assurance, moderation, and accreditation processes.\nSupport institutional initiatives and academic citizenship.\n3. 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