Mount Kenya University is seeking a Remote Tele-Medicine Lecturer specialized in Oncology to join the Medical School. This position involves delivering high-quality medical education through digital and tele-health platforms, focusing on both undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will report to the Dean of the Medical School and be responsible for curriculum delivery, virtual clinical simulations, and student mentorship.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Curriculum Delivery: Deliver online lectures, virtual demonstrations, and tele-medicine training sessions in accordance with the approved curriculum.
Digital Content Creation: Prepare digital teaching materials, e-learning resources, and virtual instructional content.
Interactive Learning: Facilitate interactive online learning experiences through virtual platforms and teleconferencing technologies.
Assessment: Administer online Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs), assignments, and practical assessments; set, invigilate, mark, and submit examination results within timelines.
Student Mentorship: Provide academic guidance, mentorship, and supervision through virtual platforms.
Clinical Support: Support students in clinical case discussions, tele-medicine simulations, research activities, and evidence-based practice.
Data Management: Maintain accurate electronic student records, attendance registers, and progress updates within the Academic Management System.
Continuous Improvement: Keep abreast of advancements in tele-medicine and digital health technologies to enhance curriculum delivery.
Professional Engagement: Participate in virtual academic meetings, curriculum reviews, quality assurance activities, workshops, and conferences.
Ethics and Standards: Observe confidentiality, data protection requirements, and professional ethical standards in online instruction.
Requirements and Qualifications
Education: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) and a Master of Medicine in a relevant oncology area of specialization.
Experience: At least three (3) years of teaching and research experience at a university level.
Industry Experience: Relevant work experience within the industry is required.
Professional Registration: Must be registered and licensed to practice by the relevant Professional Body.
Added Advantage: An earned PhD degree in the relevant area or current registration for a PhD program.
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 shall 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
Interested applicants should apply through the Mount Kenya University recruitment portal at https://recruitment.mku.ac.ke or via the MyJobMag application link at https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1227702. Your application must include a cover letter detailing your specialization, qualifications, work experience, availability, and current/expected salary (with current payslip attached). Also include a detailed CV, academic/professional certificates, National ID/Passport, and testimonials.
