KCA University (KCAU) is seeking to recruit qualified and experienced academic staff for the positions of Professor, Associate Professor, Senior Lecturer, and Lecturer in the field of Software Engineering. KCA University is a private, non-profit institution founded in 1989 to improve the quality of accountancy and financial management training in Kenya, and has since expanded to offer a wide range of academic programs.
General Responsibilities
Across all ranks, successful candidates will be expected to:
- Teach and facilitate learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels through lectures, seminars, workshops, and tutorials.
- Participate in the development, planning, and implementation of high-quality curriculum.
- Engage in research, produce publications, and attract research funding through grants and collaborations.
- Supervise postgraduate students (Master's and PhD) as assigned by the Chair of the Department (COD).
- Provide leadership within the department by mentoring junior faculty and guiding early-career researchers.
- Participate in program reviews, audits, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Serve on university committees, boards, and the senate as required.
- Administer and mark exams, assignments, and continuous assessment tests, ensuring records are maintained in the management system.
- Foster partnerships, consultancy, and outreach initiatives that enhance the University’s visibility.
- Undertake continuous professional development and training activities.
Rank-Specific Requirements
1. Professor
- 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 as Associate Professor.
- Supervision: Supervised at least three (3) Master’s and two (2) PhD students to completion since last appointment.
- Funding: Attracted research or development funds as at minimum a Co-PI in at least two projects.
- Other: Membership in good standing with a relevant professional body; evidence of service to the University and community; national and international scholarly contributions.
2. Associate Professor
- 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 student to completion since promotion to Senior Lecturer.
- Funding: Attracted research or development funds as a researcher in at least two projects.
- Other: Membership in good standing with a relevant professional body; evidence of service to the University and community.
3. Senior Lecturer
- Experience: At least three (3) years of continuous teaching experience at the university level as a Lecturer OR six (6) years of research/industry experience.
- Publications: Minimum of four (4) publications in reputable refereed journals since appointment as Lecturer/Research Fellow.
- Supervision: Supervised at least three (3) Master’s students to completion.
- Funding: Attracted research or development funds as a researcher in at least one project.
- Other: Membership in good standing with a relevant professional body.
4. Lecturer
- 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.
- Other: Registered and a member in good standing with a relevant professional body; evidence of service to the University and community.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the provided application link below.
