Mount Kenya University MKU

<h4>Overview</h4>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.In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to facilitate and support the Mission and operations of the University by enabling it to continue attracting, developing and retaining the right number of suitably qualified staff so as to maintain the University competitive edge. MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable track record to fill the position of LECTURER, SCHOOL OF EDUCATION- ELDORET CAMPUS.<h4>Qualification</h4>Education, Skills &amp; Experience;Must have:<ul><li>An earned PhD in Curriculum Studies, Curriculum and Instruction, or an equivalent qualification from a university recognized by the Commission for University Education (CUE).</li><li>A Master’s Degree in Curriculum Studies or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university.</li><li>A Bachelor of Education (Arts or Science) degree from a recognized university.</li><li>At least three (3) years of university teaching, research or relevant industry experience.</li><li>A minimum of two (2) publications in refereed journals, in line with CUE requirements for appointment at the grade of Lecturer.</li><li>Demonstrable experience in curriculum design, development, review and evaluation at university or national level.</li><li>Sound knowledge of Kenya’s Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) and Competency-Based Education (CBE) reforms, and of CUE standards and guidelines for academic programmes.</li><li>Registration with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and/or a relevant professional body.</li><li>Evidence of community service and proficiency in online and blended teaching (ODEL).</li><li>Participation in curriculum work with bodies such as KICD, CUE, KNEC or TSC will be an added advantage.</li></ul><h4>Key responsibilities also include</h4>Reporting to Deputy Director, Academic &amp; Research AffairsDuties and responsibilities:<ul><li>Teaching and assessment: Teach, assess and supervise students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in line with the approved curriculum, including setting, moderating, administering and marking Continuous Assessment Tests and examinations, and processing results on time.</li><li>Curriculum development: Participate in the design, development, review and evaluation of academic programmes in the School of Education in line with CUE standards and guidelines, including needs assessment, benchmarking, stakeholder engagement and preparation of programme documents for approval and accreditation.</li><li>Curriculum alignment: Contribute to aligning the School’s teacher education programmes with Competency-Based Education and training (CBET) framework and national education policy reforms.</li><li>Course materials: Develop course outlines, lesson plans, learning materials and ODEL/e-learning modules, and ensure that content, delivery methods and materials meet defined learning outcomes and are reviewed regularly for improvement.</li><li>Quality assurance: Take part in monitoring curriculum implementation, programme self-assessment and quality assurance activities, and act on feedback from students, peers and external examiners.</li><li>Research supervision: Guide undergraduate and postgraduate students in identifying research topics, developing concepts and proposals, and supervise them to completion.</li><li>Research and publication: Conduct research in curriculum studies, write grant proposals to attract research funding, publish in refereed journals, and present papers at workshops, conferences and professional seminars.</li><li>Collaboration: Build research and curriculum linkages with researchers and institutions internally, nationally and internationally, including bodies such as KICD, CUE and TSC.</li><li>Student records: Keep accurate student records, including registers, assessments, reports and achievement, up to date in the Academic Management System.</li><li>Mentorship and community service: Provide academic advising and mentorship to students and participate in community service and outreach activities of the School.</li><li>Administration: Undertake administrative duties when called upon, including but not limited to leadership of academic programmes, membership of committees and participation in the management of the School.</li></ul><h4>Requirements</h4>How to apply:Interested candidates are to apply through the Mount Kenya online Recruitment Portal http://recruitment.mku.ac.ke on or before 14th November, 2026.NB: All applications MUST be through the MKU recruitment online portal.Notes:<ul><li>Candidates who meet the requirements should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.</li><li>Only those who meet the requirements will be considered.</li><li>Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.</li><li>Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.</li><li>The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.</li></ul>

LECTURER, SCHOOL OF EDUCATION- ELDORET CAMPUS (ONE POSITION)

<h4>Overview</h4>Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a chartered and ISO 9001:2015 certified 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) centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to facilitate and support the Mission and operations of the University by enabling it to continue attracting, developing and retaining the right number of suitably qualified staff so as to maintain the University competitive edge. MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable track record to fill the position of a Senior Lecturer (Cosmetic Technology) in the School of Pharmacy.<h4>Qualification</h4>Must have:<ul><li>PhD degree in Cosmetic Technology or an equivalent qualification from a recognized Academic Institution.</li><li>At least three (3) years of teaching/research experience at the university level as a Lecturer/Research Fellow;</li></ul>OR<ul><li>A Master’s degree qualification Cosmetic Technology or an equivalent qualification from recognized/accredited university (for special cases outlined on MKU teaching staff appointments and promotions guidelines, 2020);</li><li>At least 7 years teaching experience at a university, 4 of which should be as a Lecturer.</li><li>Accumulated at least 32 equivalent publication points as a Lecturer/Research Fellow of which 24 should be from refereed scholarly journals;</li><li>Supervised at least three (3) postgraduate students to completion and attracted research funds as a Lecturer/Research Fellow.</li><li>Be registered by the relevant Professional Body.</li></ul><h4>Key responsibilities also include</h4>Reporting to: Dean, School of PharmacyDuties and responsibilities: <ul><li>Teach in a specialized and established programme of study to impart knowledge and skills to students by employing a range of delivery techniques to inspire and engage students for effective learning.</li><li>Develop and review curriculum in line with the current market trends in order to guide in teaching and learning.</li><li>Interpret curriculum in a bid to synthesize the content and disseminate the same to the learners.</li><li>Prepare course outline to guide in the effective delivery and coverage of the syllabus.</li><li>Develop learning content to ensure adequate coverage of the course outline.</li><li>Set, moderate, invigilate, administer examinations to test the understanding of course content and give progressive report to the Department.</li><li>Supervise postgraduate projects, dissertations/theses at graduate level and other experiential learning programmes.</li><li>Attend defense meetings for undergraduate and postgraduate students.</li><li>Participate in conferences, professional bodies events and prepare publications in order to disseminate knowledge generated through research.</li><li>Initiate, promote and participate in research in order to generate new knowledge.</li><li>Establish linkages and networks through collaboration with University and industry stakeholders at local and international levels so as to enhance exchange of ideas and expertise.</li><li>Facilitate field studies for the students to enable them acquire hands on experience.</li><li>Invigilate and assess students during attachments/trips/internships so as to equip them with the technical knowhow for future careers.</li><li>Monitor class attendance sheets to ensure that students sitting for the examinations meet the required lecture attendance before they can sit for their examinations.</li><li>Prepare list of items required to be procured with their specification for use during teaching, practicals and research.</li><li>Present examination results to the Departmental board of examiners.</li><li>Be an academic adviser and mentor to students and staff.</li><li>Develop fundable research proposals to attract funding, solve societal problems and expand knowledge through academic publications in peer reviewed journals.</li><li>Carry out administrative and other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time</li></ul><h4>Requirements</h4>Interested candidates to apply through the Mount Kenya online Recruitment Portal http://recruitment.mku.ac.ke on or before 9th November, 2026.NB: All applications MUST be through the MKU recruitment online portal.Notes:<ul><li>Candidates who meet the requirements should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.</li><li>Only those who meet the requirements will be considered.</li><li>Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.</li><li>Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.</li><li>The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.</li></ul>

SENIOR LECTURER (COSMETIC TECHNOLOGY), SCHOOL OF PHARMACY- THIKA CAMPUS (ONE POSITION)

<h4>Overview</h4>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.In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to facilitate and support the Mission and operations of the University by enabling it to continue attracting, developing and retaining the right number of suitably qualified staff so as to maintain the University competitive edge. MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable track record to fill the positions of Adjunct Clinical Instructors in the School of Nursing.<h4>Qualification</h4>Must have:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from a recognized academic institution.</li><li>Must be registered and licensed with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).</li><li>At least 2-3 years of clinical experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.</li><li>Prior experience in clinical instruction, supervision, or mentorship is an added advantage.</li><li>Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; ability to assess and evaluate students; proficiency in clinical procedures and patient care.</li><li>Knowledge of clinical assessment tools, familiarity with university curriculum guidelines, and the ability to collaborate with healthcare teams and academic institutions.</li></ul><h4>Key responsibilities also include</h4>Reporting to: Dean, School of NursingDuties and responsibilities:<ul><li>Meet with students at the beginning of each trimester to discuss clinical rotation requirements and clearly communicate expectations for the rotations.</li><li>Supervise students to ensure clinical learning objectives are met through clinical teachings and demonstrations.</li><li>Conduct assessment in collaboration with hospital co-assessors and submit assessment tools for documentation and entry marks</li></ul><h4>Requirements</h4>Interested candidates to apply through the Mount Kenya online Recruitment Portal http://recruitment.mku.ac.ke on or before 6th November, 2026.NB: All applications MUST be through the MKU recruitment online portal.Notes:<ul><li>Candidates who meet the requirements should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.</li><li>Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.</li><li>The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.</li><li>Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.</li></ul>

ADJUNCT CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS, SCHOOL OF NURSING- THIKA CAMPUS

<h4>Overview</h4>Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a chartered and ISO 9001:2015 certified 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) centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to facilitate and support the Mission and operations of the University by enabling it to continue attracting, developing and retaining the right number of suitably qualified staff so as to maintain the University competitive edge. MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable track record to fill the position of A TUTORIAL FELLOW, SPECIAL NEEDS EDUCATION (VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS), SCHOOL OF EDUCATION.<h4>Qualification</h4>Must have:<ul><li>Master’s degree in Special Needs Education (Visual Impairments) from a recognized academic institution.</li><li>Expected to have registered for a PhD degree in the relevant discipline.</li><li>Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education) with a specialization in Visual Impairments. </li><li>At least two (2) years of teaching experience in a recognized academic institution of higher learning.</li><li>Registration by the relevant professional body.</li></ul><h4>Key responsibilities also include</h4>Reporting to the Dean, School of EducationDuties and responsibilities:<ul><li>Participate in curriculum development and review.</li><li>Prepare a course outline to guide the effective delivery and coverage of the syllabus.</li><li>Develop learning content to ensure adequate coverage of the course outline.</li><li>Teach Undergraduate, Diploma, and Certificate courses.</li><li>Set, invigilate, and administer examinations to test the understanding of course content and give a progressive report to the Department.</li><li>Supervise students’ projects and attend defence meetings to enable them to complete their studies successfully.</li><li>Carry out research, prepare publications, and participate in conferences to disseminate knowledge generated.</li><li>Attract funding to the University to support research.</li><li>Facilitate field studies and assess students during attachments/trips/ internships.</li><li>Participate in official University meetings and functions.</li><li>Monitor class attendance sheets to ensure that students sitting for the examinations meet the required lecture attendance of more than four-fifths of all lectures before they can sit for their examinations.</li><li>Carry out administrative and other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.</li></ul><h4>Requirements</h4>Interested candidates to apply through the Mount Kenya online Recruitment Portal http://recruitment.mku.ac.ke on or before 5th November, 2026.NB: All applications MUST be through the MKU recruitment online portal.Notes:<ul><li>Candidates who meet the requirements should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.</li><li>Only those who meet the requirements will be considered.</li><li>Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.</li><li>Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.</li><li>The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.</li></ul>

TUTORIAL FELLOW,SPECIAL NEEDS EDUCATION (VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS)- THIKA CAMPUS (ONE POSITION)

<h4>Overview</h4>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 widely recognised for its dynamic, comprehensive and thorough academic and vocational training system, as well as its linkages with internationally reputable institutions. The University operates from its main campus in Thika, with campuses in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret and Meru, as well as Open, Distance and Electronic Learning (ODEL) administrative centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.In pursuit of fulfilling its Mission and Vision, Mount Kenya University, through the Centre for Professional Development, is establishing Cruise Hospitality Short Courses in the following areas: Housekeeping and Cabin Services; Bar Attendant and Mixology; Bakery and Pastry Production; Culinary Arts; Barista and Specialty Beverage Service; Food and Beverage Service; Laundry Operations; and Ship Steward/Cleaner.To support the delivery of these programmes, the University invites applications from highly motivated, suitably qualified, competent and experienced professionals with impeccable track records to fill the following positions: HOSPITALITY &amp; TOURISM TRAINERS<h4>Qualification</h4>Education, Skills &amp; Experience.Must have:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, or a related discipline from a recognized academic institution.</li><li>At least 3 years of relevant industry or teaching experience.</li></ul><h4>Key responsibilities also include</h4>Duties and responsibilities:<ul><li>Plan, prepare and teach the units assigned, as outlined in the course outline in line with the course curriculum.</li><li>Development of learning materials, timely preparation and submission of professional records and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.</li><li>Plan, develop and deliver appropriate learning plans for individual students.</li><li>Assess students work and monitor their achievement</li><li>Take part in the Course review process and adapt delivery patterns to meet student needs</li><li>Examining and marking of Trainees’ Assessment Tests (C.A. T’s) and end of term assessments) and timely uploading of marks in the MIS of the units assigned</li><li>Carry out Practical instructions for trainees and maintaining their portfolios of evidence</li><li>Supervising students during assessments</li><li>Contributing to the development, planning and implementation of a high-quality curriculum</li><li>Participation in departmental meetings</li><li>Performing any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.</li></ul><h4>Requirements</h4>How to apply:Interested candidates to apply through the Mount Kenya online Recruitment Portal http://recruitment.mku.ac.ke on or before 04th November, 2026.NB: All applications MUST be through the MKU recruitment online portal.Notes:<ul><li>Candidates who meet the requirements should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.</li><li>Only those who meet the requirements will be considered.</li><li>Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.</li><li>Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.</li><li>The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.</li></ul>

HOSPITALITY & TOURISM TRAINERS- MALINDI (TWO POSITIONS)

<h4>Overview</h4>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 widely recognised for its dynamic, comprehensive and thorough academic and vocational training system, as well as its linkages with internationally reputable institutions. The University operates from its main campus in Thika, with campuses in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret and Meru, as well as Open, Distance and Electronic Learning (ODEL) administrative centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.In pursuit of fulfilling its Mission and Vision, Mount Kenya University, through the Centre for Professional Development, is establishing Cruise Hospitality Short Courses in the following areas: Housekeeping and Cabin Services; Bar Attendant and Mixology; Bakery and Pastry Production; Culinary Arts; Barista and Specialty Beverage Service; Food and Beverage Service; Laundry Operations; and Ship Steward/Cleaner.To support the delivery of these programmes, the University invites applications from highly motivated, suitably qualified, competent and experienced professionals with impeccable track records to fill the following position: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN- HOSPITALITY &amp; TOURISM.<h4>Qualification</h4>Education, Skills &amp; Experience.Must have:<ul><li>Diploma in Hospitality Management or a related discipline from a recognized academic institution.</li><li>At least two (2) years of experience in a similar role.</li></ul><h4>Key responsibilities also include</h4>Duties and responsibilities:<ul><li>Preparing laboratories, equipment, apparatus, reagents and other materials for practical classes, demonstrations, examinations and research activities.</li><li>Providing technical support to lecturers and students during practical sessions and demonstrating the proper use and handling of laboratory equipment.</li><li>Setting up and conducting practical experiments in accordance with approved procedures and laboratory manuals.</li><li>Operating, maintaining, calibrating and carrying out routine checks on laboratory equipment and reporting faults for repair and servicing.</li><li>Preparing, labelling, storing and handling chemicals, reagents, specimens, samples and other laboratory materials.</li><li>Maintaining adequate stocks and accurate records of laboratory equipment, chemicals, reagents, consumables and other supplies.</li><li>Providing technical support to academic staff, postgraduate students and researchers undertaking laboratory-based teaching and research activities.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with laboratory safety, health and environmental requirements, including proper use of protective equipment and safe disposal of laboratory waste.</li><li>Maintaining laboratory cleanliness, orderliness and proper organisation, and ensuring that facilities are ready for use.</li><li>Maintaining laboratory records, including equipment usage, maintenance, calibration, practical sessions, experiments and research activities.</li><li>Supporting laboratory inspections, audits and quality assurance activities.</li><li>Performing any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.</li></ul><h4>Requirements</h4>How to apply:Interested candidates to apply through the Mount Kenya online Recruitment Portal http://recruitment.mku.ac.ke on or before 04th November, 2026.NB: All applications MUST be through the MKU recruitment online portal.Notes:<ul><li>Candidates who meet the requirements should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.</li><li>Only those who meet the requirements will be considered.</li><li>Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.</li><li>Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.</li><li>The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.</li></ul>

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN, HOSPITALITY & TOURISM- MALINDI (ONE POSITION)

<h4>Overview</h4>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) centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to facilitate and support the Mission and operations of the University by enabling it to continue attracting, developing and retaining the right number of suitably qualified staff so as to maintain the University competitive edge. MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable track record to fill the positions of GRADUATE ASSISTANTS IN THE SCHOOL OF PHARMACY.<h4>Qualification</h4>Must have:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree holders in Pharmacy with at least an Upper Second-Class honor.</li><li>At least one (1) year of teaching experience in a recognized Academic Institution.</li><li>Must be registered for the relevant Master’s degree programme;</li><li>Must be registered by the Pharmacy &amp; Poisons Board.</li></ul><h4>Key responsibilities also include</h4>Reporting to; Dean, School of PharmacyDuties and responsibilities:<ul><li>Participate in curriculum development and review.</li><li>Prepare a course outline to guide the effective delivery and coverage of the syllabus.</li><li>Develop learning content to ensure adequate coverage of the course outline.</li><li>Teach Diploma, and Certificate courses.</li><li>Set, invigilate, and administer examinations to test the understanding of course content and give a progressive report to the Department.</li><li>Supervise students’ projects and attend defence meetings to enable them to complete their studies successfully.</li><li>Carry out research, prepare publications, and participate in conferences to disseminate knowledge generated.</li><li>Attract funding to the University to support research.</li><li>Facilitate field studies and assess students during attachments/trips/ internships.</li><li>Participate in official University meetings and functions.</li><li>Monitor class attendance sheets to ensure that students sitting for the examinations meet the required lecture attendance of more than four-fifths of all lectures before they can sit for their examinations.</li><li>Carry out administrative and other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.</li></ul><h4>Requirements</h4>Interested candidates to apply through the Mount Kenya online Recruitment Portal http://recruitment.mku.ac.ke on or before 17th October, 2026.NB: All applications MUST be through the MKU recruitment online portal.Notes:<ul><li>Candidates who meet the requirements should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.</li><li>Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.</li><li>The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.</li><li>Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.</li></ul>

GRADUATE ASSISTANTS- NAKURU CAMPUS SCHOOL OF PHARMACY

<h4>Overview</h4>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) centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to facilitate and support the Mission and operations of the University by enabling it to continue attracting, developing and retaining the right number of suitably qualified staff so as to maintain the University competitive edge. MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable track record to fill the position of LABORATORY TECHNICIAN IN THE SCHOOL OF PHARMACY.<h4>Qualification</h4>Education, Skills and ExperienceMust have:<ul><li>Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized Academic Institution.</li><li>At least two (2) years of experience in a similar role.</li><li>Must be registered by the Pharmacy &amp; Poisons Board.</li></ul><h4>Key responsibilities also include</h4>Reporting to: Deputy Director, Academic &amp; Research AffairsDuties and responsibilities:<ul><li>Preparing laboratories, equipment, apparatus, reagents and other materials for practical classes, demonstrations, examinations and research activities.</li><li>Providing technical support to lecturers and students during practical sessions and demonstrating the proper use and handling of laboratory equipment.</li><li>Setting up and conducting practical experiments in accordance with approved procedures and laboratory manuals.</li><li>Operating, maintaining, calibrating and carrying out routine checks on laboratory equipment and reporting faults for repair and servicing.</li><li>Preparing, labelling, storing and handling chemicals, reagents, specimens, samples and other laboratory materials.</li><li>Maintaining adequate stocks and accurate records of laboratory equipment, chemicals, reagents, consumables and other supplies.</li><li>Providing technical support to academic staff, postgraduate students and researchers undertaking laboratory-based teaching and research activities.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with laboratory safety, health and environmental requirements, including proper use of protective equipment and safe disposal of laboratory waste.</li><li>Maintaining laboratory cleanliness, orderliness and proper organisation, and ensuring that facilities are ready for use.</li><li>Maintaining laboratory records, including equipment usage, maintenance, calibration, practical sessions, experiments and research activities.</li><li>Supporting laboratory inspections, audits and quality assurance activities.</li><li>Performing any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.</li></ul><h4>Requirements</h4>Interested candidates to apply through the Mount Kenya online Recruitment Portal http://recruitment.mku.ac.ke on or before 17th October, 2026.NB: All applications MUST be through the MKU recruitment online portal.Notes:<ul><li>Candidates who meet the requirements should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.</li><li>Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.</li><li>The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.</li><li>Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.</li></ul>

Mount Kenya University MKU

LECTURER, SCHOOL OF EDUCATION ELDORET CAMPUS (ONE POSITION)

Mount Kenya University MKU

SENIOR LECTURER (COSMETIC TECHNOLOGY), SCHOOL OF PHARMACY THIKA CAMPUS (ONE POSITION)

Mount Kenya University MKU

ADJUNCT CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS, SCHOOL OF NURSING THIKA CAMPUS

Mount Kenya University MKU

TUTORIAL FELLOW,SPECIAL NEEDS EDUCATION (VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS) THIKA CAMPUS (ONE POSITION)

Mount Kenya University MKU

HOSPITALITY & TOURISM TRAINERS MALINDI (TWO POSITIONS)

Mount Kenya University MKU

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN, HOSPITALITY & TOURISM MALINDI (ONE POSITION)

Mount Kenya University MKU

GRADUATE ASSISTANTS NAKURU CAMPUS SCHOOL OF PHARMACY

Mount Kenya University MKU

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN NAKURU CAMPUS SCHOOL OF PHARMACY

Mount Kenya University MKU