Taita Taveta University (TTU) is a young, dynamic, and newly chartered public university in Kenya, strategically located near Voi Town in Taita Taveta County. As an Academic Centre of Excellence, the University is seeking to recruit qualified and experienced academic staff to fill the positions of Lecturer and Senior Lecturer in Biology. These roles involve contributing to the university's academic mission through high-quality teaching, innovative research, and student supervision.
Responsibilities
Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate lectures in Biology and related subject areas.
Develop and review academic curricula to ensure alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Conduct original research in field-specific areas and publish findings in reputable, peer-reviewed journals.
Supervise and mentor postgraduate students (Masters and PhD) through their research projects and completions.
Participate in departmental meetings, university committees, and other administrative tasks as assigned.
Engage in community outreach and professional development activities.
Requirements and Qualifications
Lecturer (Grade 12)
An earned PhD or equivalent degree qualification in Biology or a relevant field from an accredited and recognized university.
Must be registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
Senior Lecturer (Grade 13)
An earned PhD or equivalent degree qualification in Biology or a relevant field from an accredited and recognized university.
At least three (3) years of teaching experience at the university level as a Lecturer OR six (6) years of research/industry experience.
Have a minimum of four (4) articles in refereed journals or a minimum of thirty-two (32) publication points as a Lecturer or equivalent, of which at least twenty-four (24) should be from refereed scholarly journals.
Supervised at least three (3) post-graduate students at either Masters or PhD level to completion as a Lecturer or equivalent.
Must be registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
Terms of Service
The positions are offered on Permanent and Pensionable Terms.
Successful candidates will be entitled to applicable allowances as approved by the University Council.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted both via email and hard copy.
Soft Copy: Send your application to the email address: dvc-afp@ttu.ac.ke
Hard Copy: Send one (1) hard copy of the application addressed to:
The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration, Finance & Planning)Taita Taveta UniversityP. O. Box 635 – (80300), VOI
Include a detailed curriculum vitae (with your telephone number and email address), copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, testimonials, and other relevant supporting documents. Applicants should specify the position applied for and quote the reference number on both the envelope and the application letter.
Note: Recommendations from two (2) referees should be sent separately to the address above. Taita Taveta University is an equal opportunity employer. Women and Persons with Disability are highly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit both a soft copy and a hard copy of their application by Tuesday, 17th March, 2026 at 5:00 pm.