Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a chartered and ISO 9001:2015 certified University committed to a broad-based, holistic and inclusive system of education. The University is a member of the Inter-University Council of East Africa as well as the Association of Commonwealth Universities.
MKU is largely known for its dynamic, comprehensive and thorough academic and vocational training system as well as linkages with internationally reputable institutions. The University operates from the main campus in Thika with campuses in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret and Meru, as well as Open Distance and Electronic Learning (ODEL) centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.
In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to facilitate and support the Mission and operations of the University by enabling it to continue attracting, developing and retaining the right number of suitably qualified staff so as to maintain the University competitive edge.
MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable track record to fill the position of LECTURER PHYSICIAN DERMATOLOGIST, MEDICAL SCHOOL – ONE (1) POSITION
Qualification
Education, Skills & Experience;
Must have:
Must have:
- An earned PhD or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant area of specialization from a recognized/accredited university;
OR;
- Masters of Medicine in either Internal medicine or in Dermatology, OR Masters of Medicine in Internal Medicine with a fellowship in Dermatology.
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB)
- At least three (3) years teaching experience at university level;
- Registered and licensed to practice by the Kenya Medical and Dentists Practitioners Council.
Key responsibilities also include
Reporting to: Head, Department of Internal Medicine
Duties and responsibilities:
- Adherence to the teaching requirements as per the curriculum.
- Administration of Continuous Assessments Tests.
- Examination Setting, Administration & Marking.
- Deliver high-quality learning experiences for undergraduate and graduate students through the preparation of teaching materials, the preparation of class methodology or activities, and the actual delivery of the curriculum in class.
- Keep abreast of developments within the academic discipline or professional practice of the Subject area, and share this knowledge to shape curriculum content, design, and delivery.
- Ensure that content, methods of delivery and learning materials meet the defined learning objectives and that they are regularly reviewed for opportunities for improvement.
- Ensure timely student assessment through the preparation, moderation, administration and marking of examinations.
- Guide students at undergraduate and graduate level in identifying research topics, concept development, proposal development and supervision.
- Ensure that accurate student records, including registers, reports, student assessment and achievement are updated in the Academic Management System.
- Identify sources of funding through grant writing to advance research portfolio at the school.
- Engage in publishing papers as well as attending, participating, presenting papers in workshops, conferences and professional seminars.
- Collaborate with other researchers internally, nationally and internationally, for purposes of establishing research linkages and contribute to attainment of the school’s research objectives.
- Responsible for administrative duties when called for including at not limited to leadership of academic programmes, membership of different committees, or being part of the management of the school.
Requirements
Candidates who meet the requirments should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.
Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.
The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.
