Lecturer in Nautical Science & Marine Engineering (Grade 12A)

About the role

The Technical University of Mombasa seeks a qualified Lecturer in Nautical Science and Marine Engineering (Grade 12A) to join its faculty. The successful candidate will teach and guide students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, contributing to the university's research and community outreach.

Key responsibilities

• Teach and assess courses in nautical science, marine engineering, and related disciplines for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
• Supervise undergraduate projects, experiential learning activities, and postgraduate dissertations or theses.
• Participate in the design and development of new undergraduate and postgraduate curricula.
• Initiate, promote, and engage in research projects within the maritime field.
• Represent the university at academic conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Provide professional and community services, develop industry linkages, and support fund mobilisation.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by the department.

Required profile

• Earned PhD or equivalent Doctoral degree in Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, Port Operations and Management, Maritime Safety Administration, Naval Architecture, or a related maritime technical field from an accredited university.
• Member of a reputable maritime professional association.
• Unlimited‑tonnage Certificate of Competence (CoC) complying with Merchant Shipping (Training & Certification) Regulations 2016 and STCW conventions.
• Minimum three (3) years of relevant industry experience or three (3) years of university teaching and research experience.
• Evidence of computer literacy.

Required skills

• Computer literacy

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a leading maritime education institution.
• Access to research facilities and collaborative projects.
• Professional development and academic networking.