Lecturer in Machine Learning and Big Data/ Data Science

Information about the Role\n\nThe successful candidate will join the School of Science and Technology (SST) at United States International University - Africa. Reporting to the Dean, the Lecturer will be responsible for academic instruction, research advancement, and community service within the domains of Machine Learning, Big Data, and Data Science.\n\n### Key Responsibilities and Duties\n\n- Deliver high-quality instruction at both undergraduate and graduate levels in specialized areas including Machine Learning and Big Data.\n- Provide mentorship and career guidance to students.\n- Actively participate in curriculum development to ensure programs remain competitive and aligned with industry standards.\n- Conduct program assessments and periodic reviews.\n- Supervise student research projects, theses, and dissertations at undergraduate and graduate levels.\n- Conduct and publish original research in the lecturer's area of expertise.\n- Contribute to university service, professional bodies, and the wider community.\n- Undertake additional duties as assigned by the School leadership.\n\n### Requirements and Qualifications\n\nTo qualify for this appointment, applicants must meet the following criteria:\n\n\n- An earned PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant field from an accredited and recognized university.\n- Must be registered or eligible for registration with the relevant professional body.\n\n\n- A Master’s degree in a related area from an accredited university.\n- A minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience or industrial experience in a relevant field.\n- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points according to the CUE Standards & Guidelines (2014), with at least sixteen (16) points from refereed scholarly journal papers.\n- Evidence of current registration for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or equivalent doctoral degree qualification.\n- Registration with a relevant professional body.\n\n### How to Apply\n\nInterested applicants should submit the following documents by Monday, March 09, 2026:\n1. A detailed cover letter.\n2. A current Curriculum Vitae (CV).\n3. Certified copies of educational certificates and academic transcripts.\n4. Names and addresses of three (3) professional referees.\n5. Information regarding current salary and benefits.\n6. Valid telephone and email contacts.\n\nApplications should be sent to the address below with a subject line indicating the exact position applied for:\n\n\n\n\n\n jobs-sst@usiu.ac.ke