KCA University is a private, non-profit institution founded in 1989. The University is seeking to recruit qualified and experienced academic staff for the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at various ranks: Professor, Associate Professor, Senior Lecturer, and Lecturer. These roles are critical in fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation through teaching, scholarly research, and institutional leadership.
General Responsibilities
- Teaching and Learning: Facilitate undergraduate and postgraduate learning through lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials, and other assigned learning situations.
- Curriculum Development: Participate in the planning, development, and implementation of high-quality curricula for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
- Research and Grant Attraction: Lead research teams, attract research funding through grants and collaborations, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in Criminology and Criminal Justice.
- Postgraduate Supervision: Supervise Master’s and PhD students in their research work and theses to completion.
- Institutional Leadership: Serve on university committees, boards, and the senate; contribute to policy formulation and decision-making.
- Academic Administration: Participate in developing, administering, and marking exams, assignments, and continuous assessment tests, ensuring marks are entered on time.
- Mentorship: Provide guidance and feedback to students to support their academic progress and mentor junior faculty/early-career researchers.
- Professional Development: Undertake continuous professional development and participate in staff training to enhance skills.
- Outreach: Foster partnerships, consultancy, and outreach initiatives that enhance the University’s visibility and impact.
Academic and Professional Requirements per Rank
1. Professor
- Education: Earned PhD or equivalent earned doctoral degree in the relevant field from an accredited university.
- Experience: At least three (3) years of continuous teaching experience at the University as an Associate Professor.
- Publications: Minimum of six (6) publications in reputable refereed journals since promotion/appointment to Associate Professor.
- Supervision: Supervised at least three (3) master’s and two (2) PhD students to completion since the last promotion.
- Funding: Attracted research or development funds as a Co-PI in at least two projects since the last promotion.
2. Associate Professor
- Education: Earned PhD or equivalent earned doctoral degree in the relevant field.
- Experience: At least three (3) years of continuous teaching experience at the University as a Senior Lecturer.
- Publications: Minimum of five (5) publications in reputable refereed journals since promotion to Senior Lecturer.
- Supervision: Supervised at least three (3) Master’s and one (1) PhD students to completion since promotion to Senior Lecturer.
- Funding: Attracted research or development funds as a researcher in at least two projects since the last promotion.
3. Senior Lecturer
- Education: Earned PhD or equivalent earned doctoral degree in the relevant field.
- Experience: At least three (3) years of continuous teaching experience as a Lecturer OR six (6) years of research/industry experience.
- Publications: Minimum of four (4) publications in reputable refereed journals since promotion to Lecturer.
- Supervision: Supervised at least three (3) master’s students to completion as a Lecturer.
- Funding: Attracted research or development funds in at least one project since the last promotion.
4. Lecturer
- Education: Earned PhD or equivalent earned doctoral degree in the relevant field.
- Experience: At least three (3) years of continuous teaching experience at the university level, in research, or in industry.
- Publications: Minimum of two (2) publications in reputable refereed scholarly journals.
General Requirements for All Ranks
- Registration and membership in good standing with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Demonstrated evidence of service to the University and community.
- Evidence of contribution to national and international scholarly meetings, conferences, and research seminars.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to KCA University (KCAU) on docs.google.com to apply online. Applications must be submitted by May 4, 2026.
