About the Job

Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a chartered and ISO 9001:2015 certified institution dedicated to a broad-based, holistic, and inclusive education system. MKU is inviting applications for one position of Lecturer in Pharmaceutics & Pharmacy Practice within the School of Pharmacy. The University is known for its dynamic academic and vocational training, as well as international linkages.

Responsibilities

Adherence to the teaching requirements as per the curriculum.
Administration of Continuous Assessments Tests.
Examination Setting, Administration & Marking.
Deliver high-quality learning experiences for undergraduate and graduate students through the preparation of teaching materials, class methodology or activities, and actual delivery of the curriculum.
Keep abreast of developments within the academic discipline or professional practice of the Subject area, and share this knowledge to shape curriculum content, design, and delivery.
Ensure that content, methods of delivery and learning materials meet the defined learning objectives and that they are regularly reviewed for opportunities for improvement.
Ensure timely student assessment through the preparation, moderation, administration and marking of examinations.
Guide students at undergraduate and graduate level in identifying research topics, concept development, proposal development and supervision.
Ensure that accurate student records, including registers, reports, student assessment and achievement are updated in the Academic Management System.
Identify sources of funding through grant writing to advance research portfolio at the school.
Engage in publishing papers as well as attending, participating, presenting papers in workshops, conferences and professional seminars.
Collaborate with other researchers internally, nationally and internationally, for purposes of establishing research linkages and contribute to attainment of the school’s research objectives.
Responsible for administrative duties when called for including at not limited to leadership of academic programmes, membership of different committees, or being part of the management of the school.

Requirements

Must have an earned PhD or equivalent degree qualification in Pharmaceutics or Industrial Pharmacy from a recognized/accredited university.
OR a Master’s degree in Pharmaceutics or Industrial Pharmacy (for special cases outlined on MKU teaching staff appointments and promotions guidelines, 2020) with 3 years teaching/industry/research experience.
Expected to have registered for a PhD degree in the relevant discipline.
At least three (3) years teaching experience at university level and demonstrated hands-on skills in software development and databases.
At least 24 publication points of which 16 should be from refereed scholarly journals.
Must be registered by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB).
Candidates who meet the requirements should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.