Lecturer – Nutrition & Dietetics

About the role

The University seeks a Lecturer in Nutrition & Dietetics to deliver undergraduate lectures, prepare course materials, supervise academic projects, and contribute to curriculum development.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and teach undergraduate courses using learner‑centred methods.
• Conduct practical, skills‑lab, or computer‑lab sessions and supervise students during clinical, field and community placements.
• Prepare course outlines, teaching materials, set, mark and moderate examinations and continuous assessments, including practical examinations such as OSCEs.
• Supervise student research projects and contribute to curriculum development and review.
• Engage in research, publication, community outreach, and serve on departmental and university committees.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Human Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Nutrition and Dietetics or Public Health Nutrition (PhD preferred or required).
• At least two years of university‑level teaching experience.
• Degrees from universities recognised by the Commission for University Education (CUE); foreign qualifications must be recognised or equated by CUE.
• Current registration and a valid practising licence with the relevant regulatory body, where applicable.
• Ability to meet Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (integrity) and provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.
• Willingness to teach and supervise across classroom, laboratory, clinical and community settings.

Required skills

• Good communication, mentorship, teamwork and ICT/e‑learning skills.