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Role Overview This role is central to bridging classroom theory with clinical practice in Medical Surgical Nursing, ensuring students graduate as competent, employable practitioners. Day-to-day, you will deliver lectures and practical sessions, continuously update course materials to reflect current evidence, and mentor students through complex clinical decision-making. Your work directly supports the department’s mission to produce skilled nurses who can meet Kenya’s evolving healthcare demands while contributing to the university’s research and community outreach goals. Key Responsibilities • Teach assigned Medical Surgical Nursing units, including both theoretical coursework and hands-on practical sessions in simulation labs or clinical settings. • Design and develop new programmes of study from scratch, preparing syllabi, lesson plans, and assessment frameworks aligned with professional standards. • Regularly review and update Medical Surgical Nursing course content, incorporating recent research, clinical guidelines, and technological advancements. • Collaborate with fellow faculty on curriculum improvements, interdepartmental initiatives, and the creation of interdisciplinary research projects. • Conduct independent and collaborative research, writing grant proposals to secure funding for studies that address real-world nursing challenges. • Actively seek and participate in consultancy projects that apply academic expertise to healthcare institutions, policy bodies, or community organisations. • Present research findings at national and international conferences, seminars, and webinars to disseminate knowledge and raise the department’s academic profile. • Provide one-on-one and group mentorship to both undergraduate and postgraduate students, guiding their career pathways and professional development. • Carry out any additional duties assigned by the Head of Department or specified in the detailed job description. Requirements & Qualifications • Master of Science degree in Medical Surgical Nursing from a recognised, accredited university, along with a Bachelor of Science degree in the same field. • Minimum of three years of post-qualification professional experience, preferably combining clinical practice and academic teaching. • Demonstrated potential for university-level teaching, with a track record of engaging students and maintaining high academic standards. • Active research capability, evidenced by publications, conference presentations, or ongoing investigations in nursing science. • Commitment to community extension work, such as health outreach programmes or partnership projects with local healthcare providers. • A valid Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) licence, with no history of disciplinary action. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and guide students from diverse backgrounds.