Tutorial Fellow - Grade XI (Medical Social Work)

This position is responsible for teaching undergraduate students as well as undertaking research that influence theory and practice in a given field. This is the entry grade for Master’s degree holders into the academic cadre.

Responsibilities

• Undertake teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Lead and manage teams in conducting research individually or collaboratively.
• Disseminate research findings through publishing peer reviewed outputs and national and international learned conferences.
• Supervise, advice and mentor postgraduate students and their research.
• Write proposals for research and development funding.
• Significantly contribute to the development of academic policies. Lead and coordinate research activities in their subject areas.
• Develop collaborative links and research partnerships with other researchers and institutions within and outside the university.
• Participate in curriculum development and review.
• Guide and mentor early-stage researchers in their training, skills acquisition and career development in their specialization.
• Examination preparation, administration and management.
• Participate in administration and management of departmental programmes and activities.
• Undertake community outreach activities.
• Where appropriate provide leadership in the department or school.
• Participate in the development and review of academic programmes.
• Attending and participating in research conferences and seminars.
• Perform any other related duty assigned from time to time.

Job Requirements

• Evidence of registration for a PhD.
• An earned Master’s Degree and a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited and recognized University.
• At least eight (8) equivalent publication points from credible refereed journal articles.
• Registration with a relevant professional body where applicable and in good standing.
• Evidence of Community Outreach/Engagement.
• Relevant knowledge, skills, and competencies.

How to Apply

Applications should be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae and certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, testimonials, e-mail addresses and telephone contacts and any other relevant supporting documents.

Only soft copies in PDF running format should be sent to: recruitmentmarch2026@mmust.ac.ke.

Applicants should request their referees to submit their confidential reports as soft copies in PDF to the undersigned to be received on or before 2nd June, 2026 by 5:00 p.m.

Applications should be addressed to: Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration & Finance) Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology P.O. Box 190-50100 KAKAMEGA