Senior Lecturer - Educational Communication Technology

Machakos University is seeking to recruit qualified and dedicated academic personnel for the position of Senior Lecturer - Educational Communication Technology (Ref. MksU/SL/01/26 - 2 Posts).

Core Mandate of the Institution

The core mandate of Machakos University is to teach, train, conduct research, innovate, collaborate, generate new knowledge, and offer community service.

Position Overview

As a Senior Lecturer in Educational Communication Technology, the successful candidate will contribute to teaching, research, curriculum development, student supervision, and academic leadership within the department.

Requirements for Appointment

Candidates must meet the criteria in either Option A or Option B below:

Option A:

• An earned PhD degree or its equivalent from an accredited and recognized University/Institution.
• Minimum of three (3) years teaching experience as a Lecturer/Research Fellow (Grade 12) or its equivalent.
• Minimum of thirty-two (32) research and publication points, with at least twenty-four (24) in refereed journals since appointment as Lecturer/Research Fellow.
• Supervised at least three (3) postgraduate students to completion, OR supervised one postgraduate student and attracted at least KES 3,000,000 in external research funds since appointment as Lecturer/Research Fellow.
• Evidence of membership in good standing of professional societies/boards (where applicable).
• Attended and contributed at academic conferences, seminars, or workshops.

Option B:

• A Master's degree or its equivalent (in special disciplines) from a recognized University with nine (9) years' experience, three (3) of which must be as a Lecturer/Research Fellow (Grade 12).
• Minimum of thirty-two (32) publication points, with at least twenty-four (24) in refereed journals since appointment as Lecturer/Research Fellow.
• Supervised at least three (3) postgraduate students to completion, OR supervised one postgraduate student and attracted at least KES 3,000,000 in external research funds since appointment as Lecturer/Research Fellow.
• Evidence of membership in good standing of professional societies/boards (where applicable).
• Attended and contributed at academic conferences, seminars, or workshops.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit three (3) hard copies and one (1) soft copy of their application documents as specified in the application guidelines no later than 19th August, 2026.