Remote Tele-Medicine Lecturer-Anesthesia and Critical care

Role Overview

Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a fully fledged chartered university committed to a broad-based, wholistic and inclusive system of education. The university is seeking a Remote Tele-Medicine Lecturer specializing in Anesthesia and Critical Care. This position involves delivering high-quality medical education through digital and tele-medicine platforms. Reporting to the Dean of the Medical School, the lecturer will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate students, preparing e-learning content, and facilitating virtual clinical simulations while maintaining high academic and professional standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver online lectures, virtual demonstrations, and tele-medicine training sessions in accordance with the approved curriculum and course schedules.
• Prepare digital teaching materials, e-learning resources, and virtual instructional content for undergraduate and graduate students.
• Facilitate interactive online learning experiences through virtual learning platforms and teleconferencing technologies.
• Administer online Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs), assignments, practical assessments, and examinations in line with University regulations.
• Set, invigilate, mark, and submit assessments and examination results within the stipulated timelines.
• Provide academic guidance, mentorship, and supervision to students through virtual platforms.
• Support students in clinical case discussions, tele-medicine simulations, research activities, and evidence-based practice.
• Ensure effective utilization of tele-medicine technologies and digital learning systems to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.
• Maintain accurate electronic student records, attendance registers, assessment reports, and learner progress updates within the Academic Management System.
• Keep abreast of advancements in tele-medicine, digital health technologies, and medical education to enhance curriculum delivery.
• Participate in virtual academic meetings, curriculum reviews, quality assurance activities, workshops, conferences, and professional seminars as required.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in advancing research, innovation, and digital healthcare learning initiatives.
• Observe confidentiality, data protection requirements, and professional ethical standards in the delivery of online and tele-medicine instruction.
• Undertake any other academic-related duties assigned by the Dean or Head of Department from time to time.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Masters of Medicine in relevant area of specialization (Anesthesia and Critical Care) from a recognized academic institution.
• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB).
• At least three years teaching and research experience at a university.
• Relevant Work experience in Industry.
• Registered and licensed to practice by the Relevant Professional Body (e.g., Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board).
• An earned PhD degree qualification in the relevant area from a recognized/accredited university OR being registered/registrable for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree qualification will be an added advantage.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should provide the following information in their cover letter:

• Area of specialization (School and Department)
• Academic and professional qualifications
• Work experience
• Availability (physical or E-Learning)
• Current Salary and salary expectations (candidates must attach a current payslip)

Each application must 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

Qualified candidates should visit recruitment.mku.ac.ke to submit their applications.