Job Description
Zetech University is inviting applications from qualified, passionate, and highly motivated professionals for the position of Lecturer – Clinical Medicine. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Clinical Medicine professional who is committed to academic excellence, innovation in healthcare education, student success, and impactful research. The successful candidate will become part of a dynamic faculty dedicated to preparing competent healthcare practitioners capable of addressing emerging healthcare needs within Kenya and beyond.
The Lecturer – Clinical Medicine will play a central role in delivering quality teaching, advancing scholarly research, supervising clinical training, and supporting curriculum enhancement across undergraduate programs. The successful applicant will contribute to creating an engaging learning environment that combines theoretical knowledge with practical clinical experience. Working closely with departmental leadership, fellow lecturers, healthcare institutions, and regulatory bodies, the lecturer will ensure that academic programs remain relevant, industry-responsive, and compliant with professional standards.
The role requires an educator who is passionate about mentoring future clinical officers while maintaining high academic and ethical standards. The successful candidate will prepare learning materials, facilitate lectures, organize practical demonstrations, coordinate student assessments, evaluate academic progress, and continuously improve teaching methodologies using learner-centered approaches and educational technologies.
Beyond classroom instruction, the lecturer will actively participate in scholarly research, grant proposal development, academic publications, conference presentations, and collaborative projects that contribute to healthcare knowledge and evidence-based practice. The position also offers opportunities to participate in curriculum review initiatives, institutional quality assurance processes, community outreach programs, consultancy assignments, and professional development activities that strengthen the University's academic reputation.
The successful candidate will provide academic advising and mentorship to students, supporting their educational journey, professional growth, ethical development, and career planning. They will also supervise students during hospital placements and other clinical learning environments, ensuring practical competencies are achieved in accordance with national healthcare standards.
The University seeks an individual who demonstrates professionalism, integrity, excellent communication skills, strong interpersonal abilities, sound clinical knowledge, and the capacity to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. The role requires adaptability, continuous learning, and commitment to maintaining compliance with the requirements of the Clinical Officers Council and other relevant regulatory authorities.
This appointment offers an excellent opportunity to contribute meaningfully to healthcare education while working within an institution that values innovation, collaboration, research excellence, and community impact. Candidates who possess a genuine passion for developing future healthcare professionals and advancing clinical education are encouraged to submit their applications. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and early applications are strongly encouraged. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the subsequent stages of the recruitment process.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality lectures in Clinical Medicine using modern, learner-centered teaching approaches that promote critical thinking and professional competence.
- Prepare comprehensive lesson plans, teaching schedules, instructional guides, and academic resources aligned with approved curriculum requirements.
- Design, develop, and continuously improve course content to reflect current healthcare practices, technological advancements, and professional standards.
- Facilitate practical laboratory sessions, demonstrations, simulations, and case-based learning activities that strengthen students' clinical competencies.
- Supervise students during clinical placements in hospitals, healthcare facilities, and community health settings while ensuring safe and ethical practice.
- Guide learners in applying theoretical concepts to real-life clinical situations through structured clinical teaching.
- Assess student performance using assignments, examinations, presentations, practical assessments, and continuous evaluation methods.
- Provide timely, constructive, and objective feedback that supports academic improvement and professional growth.
- Participate in curriculum review, program development, and academic quality assurance initiatives within the department.
- Collaborate with colleagues in developing new academic programs and reviewing existing courses to maintain relevance.
- Integrate innovative teaching technologies and digital learning tools into classroom and blended learning environments.
- Conduct independent and collaborative research in Clinical Medicine and related healthcare disciplines.
- Prepare competitive research grant proposals for institutional and external funding opportunities.
- Publish scholarly articles in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
- Present research findings during local, regional, and international academic conferences.
- Support dissemination of research outcomes through seminars, workshops, publications, and community engagement activities.
- Participate in consultancy assignments that enhance institutional visibility and professional contribution.
- Mentor undergraduate students on academic performance, career planning, leadership, professionalism, and ethical practice.
- Offer guidance to junior academic staff whenever required.
- Maintain accurate academic records, attendance registers, assessment documentation, and student progress reports.
- Participate in departmental meetings, faculty committees, and institutional governance activities.
- Contribute to student admissions, orientation programs, examinations, moderation, and graduation processes.
- Ensure compliance with Clinical Officers Council regulations governing Clinical Medicine education.
- Foster partnerships with healthcare institutions supporting student clinical attachment programs.
- Participate in community health outreach programs organized by the University.
- Promote ethical conduct, professionalism, confidentiality, and patient safety during all academic and clinical activities.
- Maintain continuous professional development through training, workshops, conferences, and professional memberships.
- Support institutional accreditation exercises and academic audits whenever required.
- Contribute to strategic planning initiatives aimed at strengthening teaching, research, and innovation.
- Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration across health sciences programs.
- Maintain a positive, inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Perform additional academic or administrative duties assigned by the Head of Department or University management in support of institutional objectives.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Applicants should possess a Bachelor of Science in Clinical Medicine or an equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline obtained from a recognized and accredited university. Candidates must have a minimum of three years of relevant post
- qualification professional experience and hold a valid practicing license issued by the Clinical Officers Council. Demonstrated potential for university teaching, scholarly research, curriculum development, and academic mentorship will be highly desirable.
- The ideal candidate should possess excellent clinical knowledge, effective classroom management skills, strong presentation abilities, and the capacity to communicate complex healthcare concepts clearly to diverse learners. Applicants should demonstrate analytical thinking, sound decision
- making, excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork, leadership potential, and commitment to academic excellence. Competence in educational technology, research methodology, scientific writing, data interpretation, and publication will be considered an added advantage. The successful candidate should exhibit integrity, professionalism, adaptability, organizational skills, time management, problem
- solving abilities, and commitment to continuous learning. Experience supervising students in clinical environments, collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, and participating in curriculum review initiatives will strengthen an application. Membership in relevant professional associations and evidence of continuous professional development will also be advantageous.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the stated requirements are invited to submit their application before August 8, 2026. Applications should include a detailed curriculum vitae, a cover letter, certified copies of academic and professional certificates, a valid Clinical Officers Council practicing license, and any other supporting documents relevant to the position. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis; therefore early applications are encouraged. Only candidates who are successfully shortlisted will be contacted for the interview process. Zetech University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, transparent, and merit-based recruitment. Applicants should ensure that all information provided is accurate, complete, and verifiable.
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