Tutorial Fellow - Grade XI (Pediatrics) at Masinde Muliro University of Science & Technology (MMUST)

Job Purpose 

• This position is responsible for teaching undergraduate students as well as undertaking research that influence theory and practice in a given field. This will be the entry grade for Masters’ degree holders into this cadre. 

Job Description 

• Undertake teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels. 
• Lead and manage teams in conducting research individually or collaboratively. 
• Disseminate research findings through publishing peer reviewed outputs and national and international learned conferences. 
• Supervise, advice and mentor postgraduate students and their research. 
• Write proposals for research and development funding. 
• Significantly contribute to the development of academic policies. Lead and coordinate research activities in their subject areas. 
• Develop collaborative links and research partnerships with other researchers and institutions within and outside the university. 
• Participate in curriculum development and review. 
• Guide and mentor early-stage researchers in their training, skills acquisition and career development in their specialization. 
• Examination preparation, administration and management. 
• Participate in administration and management of departmental programmes and activities. 
• Undertake community outreach activities. 
• Where appropriate provide leadership in the department or school. 
• Participate in the development and review of academic programmes. 
• Attending and participating in research conferences and seminars. 
• Perform any other related duty assigned from time to time. 

Job Specification 
Minimum requirements:- 

• Evidence of registration of PhD; 
• An earned Master’s Degree and a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited and recognized University; 
• At least eight (8) equivalent publication points from credible refereed journal articles; 
• Be registered with relevant professional body where applicable and in good standing; 
• Evidence of Community Outreach/Engagement; and 
• Relevant knowledge, skills and competencies.