Vacancy title:
Computational Theory Lecturer

[Type: PART_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Education, Computer & IT, Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, July 20 2026

Duty Station:
kenya | kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 8 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Computational Theory Lecturer

• Teach the theoretical foundations of computer science including automata theory, formal languages, computability, and complexity theory.
• Supervise students in problem-solving, proof techniques, and algorithm design and analysis.
• Conduct research on computational complexity, NP-completeness, and the limits of computation.
• Train students in mathematical modeling of computation and abstraction techniques.
• Develop teaching materials on logical reasoning, recursion, and decidable and undecidable problems.
• Guide students in understanding the theoretical underpinnings of modern computer science.
• Collaborate with researchers on theoretical aspects of AI, cryptography, and formal verification.
• Setting, moderating, invigilating and marking examinations.

REQUIREMENTS: PARTTIME LECTURER

• i. Applicants should hold a PhD or a master's degree qualification in a relevant field from a recognized academic institution; and possess vast teaching or industry experience at undergraduate/postgraduate levels.
• ii. Applicants must have served as a Lecturer or equivalent industry experience in a university or institution recognized by the Senate of JOOUST.
• iii. Demonstrate potential for university teaching and/or research;
• iv. At least two (2) years teaching experience in a university.
• v. Master's holders registered for PhD may be considered
• vi. Be registered with the relevant professional body as required by the field of specialization.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

The successful candidates will be offered a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the existing Terms and Conditions of Service.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: postgraduate degree

Job application procedure
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Interested applicants should provide the following information; Area of specialization, Academic qualifications, Work experience and Current work place.

Each application shall be accompanied by an application letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity card or passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.

A soft copy in PDF format of the application documents with the reference numbers of the positions applied for clearly indicated, should be sent.

Applications should be addressed to the undersigned to be received on or before Monday 20th July, 2026 by 5:00 p.m.

Those who are currently teaching for the University on Part-time basis are encouraged to apply.

Deputy Vice - Chancellor Planning Administration and Finance,

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology

P.O. Box 210- 40601, BONDO, Kenya

Tel. 057- 250804

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