Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Chuka University is a public institution established through a legal notice No. 161 of 2007. It was a constituent College of Egerton University and the successor of the former Egerton University Eastern Campus College, Chuka.The Campus College was established on 27th September 2004, by Egerton University Council to enhance access to high quality and affordab...

Responsibilities or duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Medical Laboratory Sciences.
• Developing and reviewing curricula, teaching materials, and assessment tools.
• Conducting research and publishing in refereed journals and other scholarly outlets.
• Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students in research projects and theses.
• Participating in curriculum development, academic advising, mentorship, and student assessment.
• Participating in community outreach, consultancy, innovation, and collaborative research activities.
• Mobilizing research grants and establishing strategic academic partnerships.
• Participating in departmental, School, and University committees as assigned.
• Undertaking administrative duties related to academic programmes.
• Performing any other duties assigned by the Dean or other authorized University officers.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Applicants must possess either:

• Earned Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution
• OR
• Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (Haematology and Blood Transfusion Option) from a recognized institution with three years’ practice experience after obtaining masters degree.
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).
• Valid Practicing License issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).
• At least one (1) articles published in refereed journals, or one (1) book chapter, the relevant field.
• Evidence of effective teaching at the university level.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications relevant to teaching, research, and learning.

Experience needed

Three years’ practice experience after obtaining masters degree (if applying with a Master's degree).

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Job Grade: 12

Reporting to: Dean, School of Nursing and Public Health

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

No. of Posts: One (1)

Chuka University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Persons with Disabilities, marginalized and minority groups are encouraged to apply.

• Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Medical Laboratory Sciences.
• Developing and reviewing curricula, teaching materials, and assessment tools.
• Conducting research and publishing in refereed journals and other scholarly outlets.
• Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students in research projects and theses.
• Participating in curriculum development, academic advising, mentorship, and student assessment.
• Participating in community outreach, consultancy, innovation, and collaborative research activities.
• Mobilizing research grants and establishing strategic academic partnerships.
• Participating in departmental, School, and University committees as assigned.
• Undertaking administrative duties related to academic programmes.
• Performing any other duties assigned by the Dean or other authorized University officers.

• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications relevant to teaching, research, and learning.

• Earned Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution
• Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (Haematology and Blood Transfusion Option) from a recognized institution
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).
• Valid Practicing License issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).
• At least one (1) articles published in refereed journals, or one (1) book chapter, the relevant field.
• Evidence of effective teaching at the university level.