Senior Lecturer in Data Science/ Artificial Intelligence

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• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience
• LocationNairobi
• Job FieldData Science / Research  , Education / Teaching 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach and facilitate learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels through lecturers, seminars, workshops, tutorials and other learning situations as assigned by the HOD from time to time.
• Participate in the development, administration and marking of exams, assignments and continuous assessment tests.
• Assist in the development of learning materials, preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor student progress, Achievement and attendance.
• Provide advice, guidance and feedback to students to support their academic progress and refer students to support services as appropriate.
• Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high-quality curriculum.
• Participate in supervision and assisting of undergraduate and postgraduate students in their research work.
• Carry out research and produce publications, as well as other research outputs, in line with personal objectives agreed in the Faculty Annual Assessment Review (FAAR)
• Participate in the writing of research proposals and applying of research grants.
• Contribute and participate in the development in the departmental and faculty seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department.
• Provide pastoral care to students through academic advising and counseling.
• Contribute to departmental, faculty and/or University-wide working groups or committees as, when requested to do so;
• Undertake continuous professional development and participate in staff development and training activities to update and enhance skills;
• Maintain proper records of students’ examinations, assignments and continuous assessments tests and ensure they are keyed in the examination records management system in time;
• Attend departmental, Faculty and University-wide meetings with other staff members;

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• PhD Degree in Information Science/Information Technology/Computer Science or relevant field from an accredited and recognized university
• At least 8 years of teaching experience at the University level
• Should have published at least 4 peer-reviewed articles in distinguished academic journals
• Has attained the Academic Rank of a Senior lecturer

OTHER SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent research skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Time management skills and attention to detail

Deadline: 2nd September 2022

Method of Application

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application letter indicating current and desired salary, a detailed CV including three referees, academic and professional certificates, and a clear copy of your Kenya National ID and iTax certificate via email to [email protected] 

Head of Human Resources,
KCA University,
P.0. Box 56808-00200,
Nairobi, Kenya
Website: www.kcau.ac.ke