Lecturer - Criminology

About the role

Karatina University is recruiting a full-time Lecturer in Criminology for a middle-level position in Nyeri, Kenya. The role combines university teaching and assessment with supervision of student work and participation in research and community activities.

Key responsibilities

• Teach and assess courses in the discipline at undergraduate and postgraduate level
• Supervise undergraduate projects and other experiential learning programmes
• Supervise dissertations and theses at graduate level
• Help develop undergraduate and postgraduate courses
• Initiate, promote and take part in research projects
• Provide professional and community services, build linkages and support fundraising
• Carry out other administrative duties as assigned

Required profile

• Earned doctorate degree or equivalent from a recognised academic institution
• For Health and ICT fields: ORA master's degree from an accredited university and at least 3 years of university teaching experience plus 1 publication
• Registration or eligibility for registration with the relevant professional body where applicable
• At least one publication (an advantage)

Applications are made online through the university's job portal, including a CV, certificates, transcripts, KCSE/KACE/KCE results, CUE recognition for foreign certificates and a national ID or passport. A scanned copy of the application must also be emailed to the university with the job title and reference number in the subject line.