Part-Time Adjunct Faculty - School of Social Sciences/Bachelors, Masters & PhD Programmes at Mount Kenya University

Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a fully fledged chartered university committed to a broad-based, wholistic and inclusive system of education. It has an overall goal of promoting human resource development for society’s progressive good. The university has adopted several international best practices in its core functions, which has enabled its students...

 

Part-Time Adjunct Faculty - School of Social Sciences/Bachelors, Masters & PhD Programmes

  • Job TypePart Time
  • QualificationMBA/MSc/MA , PhD/Fellowship
  • Experience3 years
  • LocationThika
  • Job FieldEducation / Teaching  , Science 

Qualification

To qualify for appointment a candidate must have the following:

  • An earned PhD degree qualification in the relevant area from a recognized/accredited university;
  • At least three (3) years teaching and research experience in a university.
  • Relevant Work experience in Industry will be an added advantage
  • Be registered by the relevant Professional Body (where applicable).

 OR

  • A Master’s degree qualification in the relevant area of specialization from recognized/accredited university
  • At least three years teaching and research experience at a university,
  • Relevant Work experience in Industry will be an added advantage
  • Be registered for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree qualification;
  • Be registered by the relevant Professional Body (where applicable).

Key responsibilities also include

You will be responsible for: -

  • 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.

Method of Application

Interested applicants should provide the following information in the cover letter; Area of specialization (School and Department), Academic and professional qualifications, Work experience, availability (physical or E Learning), and preferred MKU Campus/ODEL Centre.

Each application shall be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity card or passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents. The University will verify authenticity of all academic certificates.

Kindly note that adjunct faculty currently serving the University and wish to continue are also required to submit their applications through the same platform.

Terms of Engagement

  • Successful candidates will be engaged on contractual basis as Adjunct Faculty. These positions will attract a competitive remuneration package.
  • Successful candidates will be retained in the Mount Kenya University database for a period of 6 years subject to satisfactory performance of allocated duties and responsibilities.

Notes:

  • Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.
  • Candidates with foreign qualifications Must attach qualification recognition from the Commission from University Education.
  • People with disabilities, the marginalized and the minorities are encouraged to apply
  • The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.
  • Any form of canvasing will lead to automatic disqualification of the applicant.
  • Only successfully candidates will be contacted.
Interested and qualified? Go to Mount Kenya University on recruitment.mku.ac.ke to apply

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