Lecturer Nursing - Medical-Surgical Nursing and Pre-Clinical Sciences at Umma University in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Lecturer Nursing - Medical-Surgical Nursing and Pre-Clinical Sciences

    Umma UniversityNairobi, Kenya

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    1 week ago

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    26 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Senior
    Education & Training
    Healthcare & Medical

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    Job Description

    Umma University is seeking a Lecturer in Nursing specializing in Medical-Surgical Nursing and Pre-Clinical Sciences. The role involves teaching, student evaluation, research, mentorship, and community outreach. The successful candidate will contribute to academic excellence and student development.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Student teaching and evaluation: Teaching/lecturing students, setting, moderating exams, administering and giving feedback to the university and students according to university guidelines.
    • Ensure students have done coursework as per university guidelines.
    • Research and scholarship: Develop proposals for grants and conduct research.
    • Supervise student projects/research.
    • Participate in seminars and workshops to disseminate research output.
    • Present evidence-based studies in workshops, seminars, and conferences.
    • Mentorship: Mentor students and new colleagues in the department.
    • Take students for mentorship trips.
    • Guide and advise weak students.
    • Provide pastoral care to students by supporting individual needs.
    • Act as a personal tutor, provide support, advice, and refer students.
    • Liaison and networking: Participate in departmental meetings, conferences, and other events in and outside the university.
    • Get placement for students.
    • Community outreach: Organize community activities with students in line with university guidelines.
    • Evaluate community activities with students.
    • Support partnership and work with the community in line with university policy.
    • A flexible approach to work.
    • Performing any other duties as assigned.

    Required Qualifications

    • A master's degree in the relevant field from an accredited university.
    • Earned PhD in any of these Nursing fields – Medical-Surgical / Mental Health Nursing / Paediatric / Oncology Nursing / Critical Care Nursing.
    • A minimum of 3 publication points, of which at least 2 in refereed journal papers.
    • At least three (3) years of teaching experience at the University as a lecturer or six (6) years research/industry experience.
    • Must have supervised at least three (3) post-graduate students to completion as a lecturer equivalent.
    • Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Healthcare & Medical

    Minimum Experience

    3 years

    Education Level

    Doctorate (PhD)

    Area of Study

    Nursing

    Field of Study

    Medical-Surgical Nursing

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Umma University careers portal at jobs.umma.ac.ke.

    Master the Academic Interview: From Teaching Demo to Research Vision

    For a lecturer role, the hiring panel will probe both your clinical nursing expertise and your ability to shape future nurses. Expect a teaching demonstration, questions on your research pipeline, and how you handle student mentorship.

    1. Prepare a sharp teaching demo: Choose a topic from medical-surgical nursing and deliver a 10-minute micro-lesson. Show clear objectives, engaging delivery, and a quick assessment method. Practice with a whiteboard or slides to feel natural.

    2. Quantify your teaching impact: On your CV, list courses taught, student pass rates, and any curriculum development. For example, 'Redesigned the med-surg module, improving student satisfaction by 20%.'

    3. Show your research pipeline: Be ready to discuss your publication record and upcoming projects. Have a one-page summary of your research focus and how it aligns with the university's strategic goals.

    4. Highlight supervision experience: Emphasize your track record of guiding post-graduate students. Mention specific examples of how you helped students complete their theses on time.

    5. Demonstrate clinical currency: Since you're a registered nurse, bring evidence of recent clinical practice or continuing education. This reassures the panel that your teaching is grounded in current practice.

    6. Show community engagement: Prepare examples of outreach activities you've organized. Discuss how you involve students and measure impact, as this is a key part of the role.

    7. Align with university values: Research Umma University's mission and values. Tailor your answers to show how you contribute to their academic and community goals.

    8. Ask insightful questions: Prepare questions about student demographics, research support, and faculty development opportunities. This shows genuine interest and strategic thinking.

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    Tags

    Nursing
    Medical-Surgical
    PhD
    Teaching
    Research