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Kirinyaga University is a chartered public university established under the Universities Act No. 42 of 2012. The university currently offers degree programs across four faculties:
- Health Sciences
- Business and Education
- Pure and Applied Sciences
- Engineering and Technology
Located approximately 115 kilometers from Nairobi, Kirinyaga University is recognized as one of Kenya’s fastest-growing centers of learning.
The university invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with outstanding academic credentials to fill the following vacant positions:
ACADEMIC POSITIONS
School of Health Sciences
- Lecturer (Grade 12) – (1 Position) – Ref: KyU/AC/196/03/2025
Area of Specialization: Nursing - Assistant Lecturer (Grade 11) – (1 Position) – Ref: KyU/AC/197/03/2025
Area of Specialization: Medical Laboratory Science
NON-ACADEMIC POSITIONS
School of Health Sciences – Department of Nursing
- Skills Laboratory Technologist (Nursing) (Grade 10) – (1 Position) – Ref: KyU/NT/105/03/2025
- Medical Laboratory Technologist (Grade 10) – (1 Position) – Ref: KyU/NT/106/03/2025
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Lecturer (Grade 12)
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teaching and evaluating undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Setting, moderating, administering, processing, and marking examinations.
- Academic advising and mentoring students.
- Developing teaching and learning materials.
- Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students in research activities.
- Developing research proposals for funding.
- Participating in research collaborations and conferences.
- Contributing to departmental and faculty strategic planning.
- Organizing and supervising educational activities for students.
- Engaging in consultancy, administrative, and academic activities within the department.
- Participating in curriculum development, departmental meetings, and related academic activities.
- Undertaking administrative duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- A Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution and registration with a relevant professional body (where applicable). OR
- A Master’s degree in the relevant field from a recognized institution, with at least three (3) years of university teaching, research, or industry experience.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, including at least ten (10) from refereed journal papers.
- Registration with a relevant professional body (where applicable).
2. Assistant Lecturer (Grade 11)
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teaching, evaluating, and mentoring undergraduate students.
- Setting, administering, and marking examinations.
- Developing teaching and learning materials.
- Participating in departmental and faculty planning.
- Organizing and supervising undergraduate educational activities.
- Attending academic workshops, seminars, and conferences.
- Participating in curriculum development and departmental meetings.
Requirements:
- A Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Enrollment in a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral program.
- Registration with a relevant professional body (where applicable).
3. Skills Laboratory Technologist (Nursing) (Grade 10)
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervising and assisting nursing students in laboratory sessions.
- Coordinating nursing skills and practical sessions.
- Developing clinical activity programs.
- Evaluating students’ skills and maintaining confidential records.
- Managing lab schedules, equipment, and reference materials.
- Ensuring compliance with safety and accreditation standards.
- Maintaining relationships with equipment vendors.
Requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from a recognized institution.
- A Diploma in Nursing (added advantage).
- A minimum of three (3) years of practical nursing experience.
- Registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
- A valid practicing license.
4. Medical Laboratory Technologist (Grade 10)
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Collecting, analyzing, and preserving laboratory samples.
- Performing blood grouping and transfusion screening.
- Preparing blood products for safe storage and usage.
- Maintaining and decontaminating laboratory equipment.
- Preparing laboratory reagents and stains.
- Recording and dispatching test results for clinical use.
- Managing laboratory records and inventory.
Requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science.
- Registration with a relevant professional body.
- A valid practicing license.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
- A minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience, with at least three (3) years at the Medical Laboratory Technologist II level or an equivalent role.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
- Competitive remuneration package.
- Employment on permanent and pensionable terms.
- Applicants with foreign degrees must provide certification of equivalence from the Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA).
- Applicants must meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Kenya Constitution (2010).
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested candidates should submit five (5) copies of their application, including:
- Detailed curriculum vitae.
- Copies of academic and professional certificates.
- Certified testimonials.
- Contact details (phone and email).
- Three (3) referees who can attest to the applicant’s qualifications and experience.
- A copy of the most recent letter of appointment (if applicable).
Applications should be sent to the undersigned, quoting the reference number of the applied position, to be received by 2nd April 2025:
THE VICE-CHANCELLOR
KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY
P.O. BOX 143-10300
KERUGOYA
For more details, visit the university website: www.kyu.ac.ke
