Dissertation supervisor

Company Description First Friends Campus (FFC) is a multidisciplinary institute in Sri Lanka offering programs in Medicine, Engineering, Business, Primary Teacher Training (AMI Montessori Method & Primary), and hospitality through its international partnership with SDH Institute. The campus is committed to learners’ academic progress and personal development, with a strong focus on supporting long-term career success. FFC emphasizes accessible, high-quality education for the broader community, aiming to prepare students for both local and global opportunities. The institute fosters a supportive learning environment that values mentorship, research, and practical experience. Applicants will join an organization that prioritizes educational excellence and student-centered guidance.Role Description The Dissertation Supervisor is a part time role based in Sri Lanka. The supervisor will guide students through the full dissertation lifecycle, from topic selection and proposal development to final submission and defense preparation. Daily responsibilities include providing academic mentoring, offering structured feedback on research design, methodology, literature reviews, data analysis, and academic writing, and ensuring adherence to institutional and ethical research standards. The role involves scheduling regular consultation sessions, monitoring student progress, and maintaining accurate supervision records. The supervisor will also collaborate with academic committees, participate in assessment panels where required, and contribute to continuous improvement of research guidelines and supervision practices at FFC.Qualifications Strong research and analytical skills, including experience with study design, data collection, and data interpretation.Advanced academic writing and editing skills, with the ability to coach students on structure, argumentation, and referencing.Expertise in at least one of FFC’s core disciplines (Medicine, Engineering, Business, Teacher Training, or Hospitality), with an understanding of relevant research methods.Effective mentoring, coaching, and communication skills to support diverse learners and provide constructive feedback.Organizational and time-management skills to supervise multiple dissertations, track milestones, and meet institutional deadlines.Commitment to academic integrity, ethical research practices, and inclusive, non-discriminatory supervision.Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field; prior experience supervising dissertations or theses is highly desirable.Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and administration, and to contribute to curriculum and research process enhancements.