REF: PU/ADV/04/03/2023
Appointment to this position is either on Permanent and Pensionable terms or on a three (3) year renewable performance-based contract, depending on age, citizenship, or any other reason.
REQUIREMENTS
Academic Qualifications
Applicants must have:

A Masters Degree in Nursing (Midwifery) or its equivalent from an accredited and recognized University

Experience
The candidate should:

Be registered with the relevant professional body
Have evidence of contribution to University/Research Institution through activities such as participation in Departmental management, students’ academic /research advising, school or University/Institutional meetings, committee membership and related matters
Demonstrate community involvement (e.g. Member of BOG, SMC etc.).

Skills
Applicants should demonstrate

Teach/conduct research and supervise students and/or staff
Design and develop academic programmes and curriculum

Publications
Applicants should have published after completion of Masters Degree or after last appointment as Tutorial Fellow;

At least one (1) / two (2) articles in refereed journals OR
At least one (1) University level book in the relevant area OR
At least one (1) / two (2) book chapters in an edited book in the relevant area

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

RIdentify research needs in society in order to inform potential areas of research and contribute to the body of knowledge.
Develop and write proposals to inform and justify the need for research and source for funds in accordance to donor regulations and ethical standards.
Conduct research by implementing objectives through use of relevant methods to increase in the body of knowledge.
Disseminate and share research findings through to inform an influence policy and provide solutions to societal needs
Aid the University to meet its mandate white contributing to individual development and standing of the University in research matters.
Grade and supervise undergraduate and post graduate students to conduct their research in accordance to ethical and quality standards.