Associate Professors Grade 14 (Post 4) – Open University of Kenya 26 views

Job Description for Associate Professors

The Open University of Kenya aims to address the pressing issue of limited capacity in traditional universities by employing innovative teaching and learning methodologies, including online and distance education. By leveraging technology and flexible learning modes, the university seeks to accommodate a larger number of qualified students, enabling them to pursue higher education without the constraints of physical presence and limited campus capacities.

The University is established on the philosophy of quality education, technology and accessibility that advocates for inclusivity, flexibility, openness, and innovation. The philosophy makes the institution unique in addressing the Government’s national strategic needs for skills development that will drive socio-economic growth.

Associate Professors Grade 14 (Post 4) – Open University of Kenya

The Duties And Responsibilities Shall Include But Are Not Limited To:

1. Teach, guide, supervise, research, and publish;
2. Write proposals for student and staff development funding;
3. Conduct research and disseminate findings widely;
4. Review articles to maintain teaching quality;
5. Refine curricula to meet market demands;
6. Develop materials for optimal learning;
7. Supervise scholars for quality education;
8. Foster industry and university collaborations;
9. Establish community knowledge links;
10. Contribute expertise to committees;
11. Develop policies for training efficiency;
12. Serve as an external examiner;
13. Assess student practical applications;
14. Provide tutoring and mentorship to students;
15. Lead program development for excellence.

For Associate Professors To This Grade, One MUST Have: 

1. An earned Ph.D. or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant field from an accredited university recognized by the OUK Senate;
2. At least three (3) years of teaching experience as a Senior Lecturer or equivalent and research experience;
3. A minimum of forty-eight (48) publication points as a Senior Lecturer or equivalent of at least thirty-two (32) should be from refereed scholarly journals;
4. Supervised a minimum of four (4) postgraduate students to completion, including at least one (1) doctoral student;
5. Attracted research or development funds as a Senior Lecturer/Senior Research Fellow;
6. Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable);
7. Have attracted research or development funds or educational resources as a Senior Lecturer or its equivalent.

All applicants should;

Submit their application online through the specific links provided:  Academic OUK Jobs Applications

Attach: Application Letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating (academic qualifications, professional experience, academic leadership, list of publications, awards, scholarships, funding, membership to professional associations or bodies and linkages, valid email addresses, telephone contacts), Certified copies of Certificates, National ID, and other testimonials;

Provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three referees and ensure that you submit all reference letters as single scanned pdf file.

NOTE: The Terms of Service will be either Permanent and Pensionable or Contract, as shall be determined by the University Council.

Open University of Kenya (OUK) is an equal opportunity employer and, therefore, applicants of either gender, persons with disabilities and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should submit their applications so as to be received on or before 25th June, 2024. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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