Remote Tele-Medicine Lecturers- Medical School
Mount Kenya University
Thika
fulltime
Posted 2 hour ago
Job Description
Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a chartered University committed to a broad-based, holistic and inclusive system of education. The University is a member of the Inter-University Council of East Africa as well as the Association of Commonwealth Universities. MKU is largely known for its dynamic, comprehensive and thorough academic and vocational training system as well as linkages with internationally reputable institutions. The University operates from the main campus in Thika with campuses in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret and Meru, as well as Open Distance and Electronic Learning (ODEL) administrative centers located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.
MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable work track record to fill the following Academic positions within the Medical School under the following category; REMOTE TELE-MEDICINE LECTURERS
Medical School / MBCHB & Dental Technology Programme
MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable work track record to fill the following Academic positions within the Medical School under the following category; REMOTE TELE-MEDICINE LECTURERS
Medical School / MBCHB & Dental Technology Programme
DEPARTMENTS
- Department of Anatomy
- Department of Medical Physiology
- Department of Pediatrics & Child Health
- Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Department of Internal Medicine
- Department of General Surgery
- Department of Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)
- Department of Ophthalmology
- Department of Anesthesiology & Critical Care
- Department of Psychiatry & Mental Health
- Department of Pathology
- Department of Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging
- Department of Orthopedics & Traumatology
- Department of Dental Sciences
- Department of Biochemistry
- Department of Medical Microbiology
- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
- Dentistry: Orthodontics, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Periodontics, Prosthodontics, Endodontics
- Biochemistry
- Internal Medicine
- Dermatology*
- Oncology*
- Geriatrics*
- Virology
- Mycology
- Oral Health (BSc and above)
- Clinical Pathologist
- Human Anatomy
- Physiology
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Gross & Clinical Pathology
- General Surgery
- Orthopedics
- ENT
- Ophthalmology
- Anesthesia and Critical Care
- Radiology
- Pediatrics
- Psychiatry & Mental Health
Note: Specialties marked with an asterisk (*) require an MMed in Internal Medicine or its equivalent
.
Qualification
To qualify for appointment a candidate must have the following:
Education, Skills & Experience;
Must Have:
- Masters of Medicine in relevant area of specialization from a recognized academic institution.
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB)
- At least three years teaching and research experience at a university.
- Relevant Work experience in Industry
- Registered and licensed to practice by the Relevant Professional Body.
- An earned PhD degree qualification in the relevant area from a recognized/accredited university OR being registered/registrable for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree qualification will be an added advantage
Key responsibilities also include
Reporting to: Dean, Medical School
Duties and responsibilities:
Reporting to: Dean, Medical School
Duties and responsibilities:
- Deliver online lectures, virtual demonstrations, and tele-medicine training sessions in accordance with the approved curriculum and course schedules.
- Prepare digital teaching materials, e-learning resources, and virtual instructional content for undergraduate and graduate students.
- Facilitate interactive online learning experiences through virtual learning platforms and teleconferencing technologies.
- Administer online Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs), assignments, practical assessments, and examinations in line with University regulations.
- Set, invigilate, mark, and submit assessments and examination results within the stipulated timelines.
- Provide academic guidance, mentorship, and supervision to students through virtual platforms.
- Support students in clinical case discussions, tele-medicine simulations, research activities, and evidence-based practice.
- Ensure effective utilization of tele-medicine technologies and digital learning systems to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.
- Maintain accurate electronic student records, attendance registers, assessment reports, and learner progress updates within the Academic Management System.
- Keep abreast of advancements in tele-medicine, digital health technologies, and medical education to enhance curriculum delivery.
- Participate in virtual academic meetings, curriculum reviews, quality assurance activities, workshops, conferences, and professional seminars as required.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in advancing research, innovation, and digital healthcare learning initiatives.
- Observe confidentiality, data protection requirements, and professional ethical standards in the delivery of online and tele-medicine instruction.
- Undertake any other academic-related duties assigned by the Dean or Head of Department from time to time.
How to apply:
Interested applicants should provide the following information in the cover letter;
- Area of specialization (School and Department),
- Academic and professional qualifications,
- Work experience,
- Availability (physical or E Learning),
- Current Salary and the Salary expectations (candidates must attach current pays lip)
Each application shall be accompanied by;
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae,
- Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates,
- National Identity card or passport,
- Testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.
The University will verify authenticity of all academic certificates.
Interested candidates to apply through the Mount Kenya online Recruitment Portal http://recruitment.mku.ac.ke on or before 1st June, 2026.
NB: All applications MUST be submitted through the MKU recruitment online portal.
Notes:
- Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.
- Any form of canvasing will lead to automatic disqualification of the applicant.
- Only successfully candidates will be contacted.
Required Skills
ResearchTelemedicine
About the Company
Mount Kenya University
Education / E-learning
501-1k
Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a fully fledged chartered university committed to a broad-based, wholistic and inclusive system of education. It has an overall goal of promoting human resource development for society’s progressive good. The university has adopted several international best practices in its core functions, which has enabled its students and faculty win awards, thus stamping its authority as a centre of excellence.
The award-winning university library and the imposing Chancellors Tower at Thika Main Campus make the university unique. The university’s distinct blue and light yellow corporate colours are a byword for academic excellence to many students and potential employees looking for an increasingly competitive, well-trained manpower.
An empowered division of student welfare services continuously re-engineers and positions itself to unlock any emerging talents among the students through diversified programmes and career orientations, research, international linkages and talent searches.
Those who choose Mount Kenya University get access to a wide-range of courses that form a springboard to a sea of opportunities. We seek to promote a record of achievement and success in academic excellence and job prospects. To enable our students realise their lifetime agenda, we have invested heavily in facilities and staff. Mount Kenya University is on the forefront in using Information and Communications Technology to support learning and teaching. We have blended the use of e-learning with traditional learning and teaching values to give our students a flexible and dynamic learning experience.
Mount Kenya University is ISO 9001:2008 Certified and also a member of Inter-University Council for East Africa and Association of Common Wealth Universities
The award-winning university library and the imposing Chancellors Tower at Thika Main Campus make the university unique. The university’s distinct blue and light yellow corporate colours are a byword for academic excellence to many students and potential employees looking for an increasingly competitive, well-trained manpower.
An empowered division of student welfare services continuously re-engineers and positions itself to unlock any emerging talents among the students through diversified programmes and career orientations, research, international linkages and talent searches.
Those who choose Mount Kenya University get access to a wide-range of courses that form a springboard to a sea of opportunities. We seek to promote a record of achievement and success in academic excellence and job prospects. To enable our students realise their lifetime agenda, we have invested heavily in facilities and staff. Mount Kenya University is on the forefront in using Information and Communications Technology to support learning and teaching. We have blended the use of e-learning with traditional learning and teaching values to give our students a flexible and dynamic learning experience.
Mount Kenya University is ISO 9001:2008 Certified and also a member of Inter-University Council for East Africa and Association of Common Wealth Universities
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