Criminology Lecturer
2026-07-08T11:43:54+00:00
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology
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Education, and Training
Education, Teacher
2026-07-20T17:00:00+00:00
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This is a part-time lecturer position at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology.
Responsibilities or duties
- Teach the principles of criminology including crime theories, criminal justice systems, and crime prevention strategies.
- Supervise students in research on crime patterns, victimization, and the social impacts of crime.
- Conduct research on criminal behavior, juvenile delinquency, and contemporary crime issues.
- Train students in forensic investigation, criminal profiling, and community-based crime prevention.
- Develop teaching materials on comparative criminology, transnational crime, and human trafficking.
- Guide students in understanding the intersection of law, society, and criminal justice.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies on research and crime reduction initiatives.
- Setting, moderating, invigilating and marking examinations.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
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.
Experience needed
At least two (2) years teaching experience in a university.
Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)
The successful candidates will be offered a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the existing Terms and Conditions of Service.
Those who are currently teaching for the University on Part-time basis are encouraged to apply.
- Teach the principles of criminology including crime theories, criminal justice systems, and crime prevention strategies.
- Supervise students in research on crime patterns, victimization, and the social impacts of crime.
- Conduct research on criminal behavior, juvenile delinquency, and contemporary crime issues.
- Train students in forensic investigation, criminal profiling, and community-based crime prevention.
- Develop teaching materials on comparative criminology, transnational crime, and human trafficking.
- Guide students in understanding the intersection of law, society, and criminal justice.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies on research and crime reduction initiatives.
- Setting, moderating, invigilating and marking examinations.
- Teaching
- Research
- Forensic Investigation
- Criminal Profiling
- Community-based crime prevention
- Comparative Criminology
- Transnational Crime
- Human Trafficking
- Law, Society, and Criminal Justice understanding
- Collaboration with law enforcement
- PhD or Master's degree in a relevant field from a recognized academic institution.
- Vast teaching or industry experience at undergraduate/postgraduate levels.
- Served as a Lecturer or equivalent industry experience in a university or institution recognized by the Senate of JOOUST.
- Demonstrated potential for university teaching and/or research.
- At least two (2) years teaching experience in a university.
- Master's holders registered for PhD may be considered.
- Registered with the relevant professional body as required by the field of specialization.
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Vacancy title:
Criminology Lecturer
[Type: PART_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Education, Teacher]
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:
This is a part-time lecturer position at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology.
Responsibilities or duties
- Teach the principles of criminology including crime theories, criminal justice systems, and crime prevention strategies.
- Supervise students in research on crime patterns, victimization, and the social impacts of crime.
- Conduct research on criminal behavior, juvenile delinquency, and contemporary crime issues.
- Train students in forensic investigation, criminal profiling, and community-based crime prevention.
- Develop teaching materials on comparative criminology, transnational crime, and human trafficking.
- Guide students in understanding the intersection of law, society, and criminal justice.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies on research and crime reduction initiatives.
- Setting, moderating, invigilating and marking examinations.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
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.
Experience needed
At least two (2) years teaching experience in a university.
Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)
The successful candidates will be offered a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the existing Terms and Conditions of Service.
Those who are currently teaching for the University on Part-time basis are encouraged to apply.
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.
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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