Pharmacy Tutor

About the role

Amref International University is hiring a full-time, on-site Tutor for its Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology programme in Nairobi. The tutor provides teaching, training, mentorship and academic support to students, working closely with the Programme Coordinator to meet departmental performance targets and regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver lectures, practical sessions and demonstrations, and prepare lesson plans, teaching materials and course guides according to the approved curriculum.
• Prepare internal exams, validate them, invigilate and attend all assigned class contact hours.
• Develop and administer continuous assessments, practical exams, assignments and end-term exams, mark and grade them, enter grades into the ERP system and maintain accurate academic records.
• Supervise students during attachments, clinical placements and field activities, liaise with training sites and assess students on placement.
• Take part in curriculum review, accreditation, regulatory inspections and quality assurance, and ensure course content meets professional standards.
• Ensure safe use and maintenance of laboratory equipment, promote infection prevention protocols and assist with inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Attend departmental and academic committee meetings, mentor students, take part in orientation and induction, and contribute to recruitment, events and community outreach.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from a recognized institution.
• Valid registration and practicing license from the relevant professional regulatory body.
• At least two years of relevant teaching experience in a tertiary institution.
• Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacy education and training standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, teamwork, organization and problem-solving abilities, and a high level of integrity.
• A Master's degree in a related pharmacy field is desirable.