Senior Lecturer - Religious Studies

Duties and Responsibilities The successful candidate will be expected to: Teach undergraduate and postgraduate students; Develop client-driven quality academic programmes; Promote the mission of the Department and the University; Conduct quality research and scholarly publications; Mentor students and junior faculty in research activities; Develop teaching materials and learning resources; Participate in the development of University policies and academic documentation; Set, moderate, process, and mark examinations; Present research papers at seminars, workshops, and conferences; Advise the Head of Department and Dean on curriculum development and academic matters; Participate in departmental and School meetings and activities; Assist in supervising Assistant Lecturers and Tutorial Fellows; Serve as an Academic Adviser to students; Supervise postgraduate students in research activities; Participate in outreach, church, and community engagement programmes; Perform any other duties assigned by the University Management. Qualifications and Experience Applicants must possess: An earned PhD in the relevant field from a recognized university: PhD in Old Testament Studies; PhD in Systematic Theology, Historical Theology, or related field; PhD in Religious Studies or related discipline. A Master’s degree with a minimum average score of B+ or equivalent in the relevant field; A Bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Upper Division or a minimum GPA of 3.0 from a recognized university; KCSE mean grade of C+ or equivalent qualification; Minimum of six (6) years of university teaching experience, including at least three (3) years at Lecturer level or equivalent; Evidence of sustained scholarly research and publications in peer-reviewed journals; Experience in postgraduate supervision and student mentorship; Meets the University requirements for appointment and promotion to the rank of Senior Lecturer; Registration with the relevant professional body where applicable; Ordained minister of the Seventh-day Adventist Church; Active member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in regular standing; Demonstrated commitment to Adventist education and values; Ability to integrate faith and learning in accordance with the philosophy, mission, and values of Seventh-day Adventist higher education; Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, E-Learning platforms, Internet applications, and relevant statistical software. go to method of application »