Egerton University was founded in 1939 as Egerton Farm School and was upgraded to an Agricultural College in 1950. In 1986, the Agricultural College became a constituent College of the University of Nairobi. It was elevated to a University in 1987 through an Act of Parliament.
Since its inception, the University has registered significant expansion in student in students, academic programmes and physical facilities. Currently the University has a student population of over 16,000 and a staff number of 1,553 and consists of two (2) campuses. Njoro Main Campus and Nakuru Town Campus College.
The University invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following posts.
DIVISION OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
FACULTY OF VETERINARY MEDICINE & SURGERY
DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY SURGERY & THERIOGENOLOGY
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Veterinary Theriogenology) (1 post) EU/AA/2023 – 0701
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Veterinary Theriogeneology from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s in Veterinary Theriogenology from accredited and recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research or in industry.
- Must have current Kenya Veterinary Board (KVB/KVA) retention and membership.
DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGY MICROBIOLOGY & PARASITOLOGY
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Microbiology) (1 post) EU/AA/2023– 0702
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Microbiology from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s in Microbiology from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research or in industry.
- Must have current Kenya Veterinary Board (KVB/KVA) retention and membership.
- Computer Literate
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & COMMUNITY STUDIES
DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION & EDUCATION MANAGEMENT
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Education Technology) (1 Post) EU/AA/2023- 0704
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Education Technology from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s degree in Education Technology from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level of in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered or registrable with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Certificate of good conduct
- Computer Literate
DEPARTMENT OF APPLIED COMMUNITY & DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
4. Lecturer Grade 12 (Community Development Studies) (1 Post) EU/AA/2023 – 0705
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Community Development Studies from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s degree in Community Development Studies from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level of in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Agriculture Human Ecology) (1 Post) EU/AA/2023 – 0706
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Agriculture Human Ecology from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s degree in Agriculture Human Ecology from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Clothing Design) (1 Post) – EU/AA/2023 – 0707
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Clothing Design from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s in Clothing Design from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS AND AGRIBUSINESS MANAGEMENT
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Agribusiness Management) (1 Post) – EU/AA/2023 – 0711
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Agribusiness Management with specialization in Entomology from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Masters in Agribusiness Management from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
DEPARTMENT OF DAIRY & FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Food Engineering) (1 Post) EU/AA/2023 – 0713
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Food Engineering from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s degree in Food Engineering from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level of in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
9.Technologist II Grade 7 (Process Engineering) (1 post) – EU/AA/2023 – 0714
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- A Higer National Diploma in Process Engineering or any relevant field from a recognized institution.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Process Engineering or any relevant field from a recognized University will be an added advantage.
- At least three (3) year working experience as a Senior Technical Assistant in an institution or a hospital.
- Computer Literate
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Organic Chemistry) (1 Post) EU/AA/2023 – 0715
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Organic Chemistry from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level of in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Taxonomy) (1 Post) – EU/AA/2023 – 0716
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Taxonomy with specialization in Electronics from recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s in Taxonomy from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered or registrable with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Computer Science) (1 Post) – EU/AA/2023 – 0717
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Computer Science with specialization in Computation Theory Machine Learning Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Deep learning, Human Computer interactions and Computer Graphics, Computer Security, Wireless networks and cloud computing from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s degree in Computer Science with specialization in Computation Physics from accredited and recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
13.Technologist II Grade 7 (Elec. & Electronics (1 post) – EU/AA/2023 – 0718
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- A Higher National Diploma Computer Science or Electrical and Electronics Engineering or any relevant field from an accredited and recognized University
- A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical and Electronics Engineering or any relevant field from a recognized University will be an added advantage
- Certificate in CCT, CISCO, CCNA, CompTIA A+, CEH will be an added advantage.
- At least three (3) year working experience as a Senior Technical Assistant in an institution or a hospital.
DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Actuarial Science) (2 Posts) – EU/AA/2023-0719
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Actuarial Science from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s degree in Actuarial Science degree from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level of in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Pure Mathematics) (1 Post) – EU/AA/2023-0720
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Pure Mathematics from recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s degree in Pure Mathematics degree from recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level of in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Computer Literate
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
16.Technologist II Grade7 (Elec. & Electronic Eng) (1 post) –EU/AA/2023-0726
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- A Higher National Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or any relevant field from a recognized institution.
- At least three (3) year working experience as a Senior Technical Assistant in an institution of higher learning
- Registered for or having a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering will have an added advantage.
- Computer Literate
DEPARTMENT OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
17.Lecturer Grade 12 (Pharmacology) (1 post) – EU/AA/2023 – 0727
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D degree in Pharmacology or having a recognized fellowship qualification from a recognized University.
OR
MMed in degree in Pharmacology or its equivalent from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research or in industry.
- Recognition certificate in Internal Medicine from the Medical Practitioner and Dentist Council.
- Be registered by Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board (KMPDB)
- Computer Literate
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY
18.Technologist II Grade 7 (Medical Physiology) (1 post) – EU/AA/2023 – 0728
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- A Higher National Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science or any relevant field from a recognized Institution or University.
- At least three (3) years working experience as a Senior Technical Assistant in an institution or a hospital.
- Registered for or having a Bachelors degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution will have an added advantage.
- Be registered by Kenya Medical Practioners and Dentist Board (KMPDB)
- Computer Literate
DEPARTMENT OF REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
19. Lecturer Grade 12 (Obstetrics & Gynecology) (1 post) – EU/AA/2023 – 0729
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned PhD degree in Obstetrics & Gynecology from a recognized University
OR
M.Med. in Obstetrics & Gynecology from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research or in industry.
- Registered for or having Ph.D. in Obstetrics & Gynecology will be an added advantage
- Be registered by Kenya Medical Practioners and Dentist Board (KMPDB)
- Computer Literate
FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENT & RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY
20.Lecturer Grade 12 (Geography) (1 post) – EU/AA/2023 – 0730
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in GIS & Remote Sensing/Cartography & Surveying/Geomorphology from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s degree in GIS & Remote Sensing/Cartography & Surveying/Geomorphology from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered or registrable with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
21.Lecturer Grade 12 (Climatology) (1 post) – EU/AA/2023-0731
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Climatology from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s degree in Climatology from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level of in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered or registrable with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
22.Technologist II Grade 7 (GIS & Remote Sensing) (1 post) – EU/AA/2023-0732
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Diploma in GIS and Remote Sensing or any relevant field from a recognized institution or University.
- At least three (3) year working experience as a Senior Technical Assistant in an institution of higher learning or an industry.
- Computer Literate
- Technologist II Grade 7 (Cartography & Surveying) (1 post) –EU/AA/2023 – 0733
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Diploma in Cartography and Surveying or any relevant field from a recognized University.
- At least three (3) year working experience as a Senior Technical Assistant in an institution of higher learning or an industry.
- Computer Literate
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Soil & Water Engineering) (1 Post) – EU/AA/2023 – 0734
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Soil & Water Engineering from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Masters in Soil & Water Engineering from recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered or registrable with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
FACULTY OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF PEACE, SECURITY AND SOCIAL STUDIES
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Criminology) (1 Post) – EU/AA/2023 – 0735
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Criminology from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s in Criminology from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered or registrable with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
DEPARTMENT OF LITERATURE, LANGUAGE & LINGUISTICS
- Lecturer Grade 12 (Literature) (1 Post) – EU/AA/2023 – 0736
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Literature from recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s in Literature from recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
- Lecturer Grade 12 (BLINS) (1 Post) – EU/AA/2023 – 0737
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. degree in Library and Information Science from a recognized University and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
OR
Master’s in Library and Information Science from a recognized University with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research or in industry.
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journals papers.
- Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Computer Literate
DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION, PLANNING DEVELOPMENT
- Senior Legal Officer Grade 13 (1 Post) EU/DVCAPD/2023-0701
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- A Master’s degree in Public Law (LLM) or related field from a recognized University
- Public Chartered Secretary
- A Bachelor degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized University
- Post Graduate Diploma – Kenya School of Law
- A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive responsible experiences in Law including legal analysis, research and writing.
- At least three (3) years’ experience in administrative law, employment law and litigation thereof preferable in the Kenya Public Sector, at the level of Legal Officer.
- A member of relevant profession bodies
- Planning Officer Grade 12 EU/DVCAPD/2023-0702
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications:
- A Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Strategic Management or other related fields.
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Strategic Management or other related field.
- Five (5) years’ experience in developing Strategic plans.
- Excellent oral and written communication skill
- Working knowledge of public policy planning
- A minimum of three (3) years ‘progressive experience at the level of Senior Planning Officer, Resources Mobilization or Business Development Officer.
- Member of a relevant professional body
SALARY SCALE
Lecturer Grade 12 – Kshs.110.591.00 – Kshs.160,357.00
Technologist II Grade 7 – Kshs.38,873.00 – Kshs.54,423.00
Senior Legal Officer Grade 13 – Kshs.127,116.00 – Kshs184,318.00
Planning Officer Grade 12 – Kshs.108,714.00 – Kshs.155,461.00
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
More information on the posts and mode of application can be found on the University website: http://www.egerton.ac.ke. Application letter together with two (2) copies of each giving full details of age, marital status, academic certificates, transcripts, certified copies of the current pay slip, curriculum vitae and professional qualification, experience, current post, salary, and other financial benefits and a copy of a valid certificate of Good Conduct. Names and addresses of three (3) referees one of whom should be your present or previous employer quoting the reference number on the envelope should be addressed to:-
The Deputy Vice Chancellor
(Administration Planning & Development)
Egerton University
P. O. Box 536 – 20115
EGERTON
So as to reach him not later than 31st July 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants are required to request their referees to write to us directly using the above address. Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.
Egerton University is an equal opportunity employer.
