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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS (INTERNAL ADVERT)

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JOB OBJECTIVE

  • The job holder will be responsible for facilitating quality teaching, research, innovations, and linkages in the School of Technology and to align the University’s strategic plans with the direction of Information Systems practice.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Teach and facilitate learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels through lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials and other learning situations as assigned by the Chair of the Department from time to time.
  • Participate in developing, administering, and marking exams, assignments, and continuous assessment tests.
  • Assist in developing learning materials, preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.
  • Provide advice, guidance and feedback to students to support their academic progress and refer them to support services as appropriate.
  • Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of high-quality curriculum for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
  • Participate in supervising and assisting undergraduate and postgraduate students in their research work.
  • Carry out research and produce publications, as well as other research outputs, in line with personal objectives agreed in performance contracting.
  • Participate in writing research proposals and applying for research grants.
  • Contribute and participate in the development of departmental and faculty seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department.
  • Provide pastoral care to students through academic advising and counselling.
  • Contribute to departmental, faculty and/or University-wide working groups or committees as and when requested to do so.
  • Undertake continuous professional development and participate in staff development and training activities to update and enhance skills.
  • Maintain proper records of students’ examinations, assignments, and continuous assessment tests, and ensure they are keyed in the examination records management system on time.
  • Attend departmental, Faculty and University-wide meetings with other staff members.
  • Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • An earned PhD or equivalent degree qualification in Information Technology or related field from an accredited and recognised university.
  • At least three (3) years of demonstrated quality and progressive teaching experience at the university as Senior Lecturer; or Senior Researcher/Industry experience or equivalent.
  • A minimum of five (5) high quality publications in refereed journals since last promotion to the position of Senior Lecturer.
  • Supervised a minimum of four (4) postgraduate students to completion, including at least one doctoral student.
  • Attracted research or development funds as a Senior Lecturer/Senior Research Fellow.
  • Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
  • Demonstrated evidence of service to the university and community.
  • Evidence of both national and international contribution through scholarly meetings, conferences, research seminars, service in national/international advisory boards etc will be an added advantage.

OTHER SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent presentation skills.
  • Excellent research skills.
  • Critical thinking skills.
  • Time management skills and attention to detail.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application letter, a detailed CV including three referees, academic & professional certificates, and a clear copy of your Kenya National ID and KRA PIN certificate via the linked form: by 31st July, 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Head of Human Capital Management,
KCA University,
P.O. Box 56808-00200,
Nairobi, Kenya
Website: www.kcau.ac.ke