This position is responsible for teaching undergraduate students as well as undertaking research that influences theory and practice in the field of Psychiatric Nursing. This serves as the entry grade for Master's degree holders into the academic cadre at the University.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching: Undertake teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
Research: Lead and manage teams in conducting research individually or collaboratively. Disseminate research findings through publishing peer-reviewed outputs and presenting at national and international learned conferences.
Mentorship: Supervise, advise, and mentor postgraduate students in their research. Guide and mentor early-stage researchers in their training, skills acquisition, and career development within their specialization.
Funding: Write proposals for research and development funding.
Policy & Strategy: Significantly contribute to the development of academic policies and participate in the development and review of academic programmes.
Coordination: Lead and coordinate research activities in subject areas and develop collaborative links and research partnerships with other researchers and institutions within and outside the university.
Curriculum Development: Participate in curriculum development and review.
Academic Management: Handle examination preparation, administration, and management. Participate in the administration and management of departmental programmes and activities.
Community Outreach: Undertake community outreach activities and provide leadership in the department or school where appropriate.
Professional Development: Attend and participate in research conferences and seminars.
Job Specifications and Requirements
PhD Enrollment: Evidence of registration for a PhD is mandatory.
Academic Background: An earned Master's Degree and a Bachelor's degree from an accredited and recognized University.
Research Output: At least eight (8) equivalent publication points from credible refereed journal articles.
Professional Status: Be registered with a relevant professional body where applicable and be in good standing.
Community Engagement: Evidence of Community Outreach/Engagement.
Competencies: Possession of relevant knowledge, skills, and competencies for the role.
Additional Requirements for Successful Candidates
Only successful candidates shall be required to submit valid clearances from:
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
Directorate of Criminal Investigation (Certificate of Good Conduct)
Registered Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
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.
Applicants should request their referees to submit confidential reports as soft copies in PDF format to the address below. Only a soft copy in PDF running format should be sent to: recruitmentmarch2026@mmust.ac.ke.
Applications should be addressed to:
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration & Finance)Masinde Muliro University of Science and TechnologyP.O. Box 190-50100KAKAMEGA
Note: Applicants with foreign earned qualifications should have their certificates certified by the Commission for University Education (CUE). Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
How to Apply
Applications including a detailed CV, certified academic/professional certificates, ID/Passport, and testimonials should be sent as a single PDF file to recruitmentmarch2026@mmust.ac.ke.
Applications should be addressed to:
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration & Finance)Masinde Muliro University of Science and TechnologyP.O. Box 190-50100KAKAMEGA
Applicants must also request three referees to send confidential PDF reports to the same email address. All applications must be received by 7th April, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Foreign qualifications must be certified by CUE.
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