School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

United States International University-Africa, is a Higher Learning Institution based in Nairobi, Kenya and is the most diverse university in East and Central Africa with about 7,000 students from over 60 nations, and a global network of more than 25,000 alumni. USIU-Africa is the only university in Sub-Saharan Africa whose degree programs are accredited by both the Kenya Government through the Commission for University Education (CUE), and by the American Government through the WASC Senior Colleges and Universities Commission (WSCUC).

In line with our commitment to providing quality, affordable education through world-class service delivery platforms, USIU-Africa is seeking to recruit a suitable and qualified candidate for the following position:

Adjunct Faculty in Anatomy.

Job Summary:

The successful candidates will be reporting to the Dean School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, the incumbent will be expected to teach, selected course in Human Anatomy including, Gross Anatomy, Embryology and Histology,

Key Responsibilities

• Teach and assess selected Anatomy courses to undergraduate students in Bachelor of Science Nursing and Bachelor of Pharmacy
• Introduce and mark practical reports for assigned courses that have practical component
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
• Support and mentor students in their career endeavors.
• Participate in curriculum development activities to ensure that the programs and the teaching content are up-to-date and marketable;
• Participate in program assessment and reviews;

Minimum Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience

• A Master of science degree in Human Anatomy, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of surgery, Bachelor of Pharmacy, Bachelor of Clinical Medicine, Bachelor of Nursing or any related discipline from recognized/accredited university.
• A PhD in Human Anatomy from recognized/accredited university will be an added advantage.
• Should have at least three (3) years of University teaching experience
• Been registered by the relevant Professional Body

Personal Attributes & Competencies

• Excellent computer background;
• Be self-motivated and highly-disciplined;
• Excellent command of the subject area including lesson planning;
• Managing ambiguity and emotions;
• Managing technological change;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Excellent listening and mediation skills;
• Excellent fundraising and grants writing skills;
• Excellent presentation skills;
• Excellent research writing skills.

If you have the requisite qualifications and experience and desire to work as a team member in a modern, progressive, international, and multicultural institution where you can make a difference, please apply indicating in the subject line: ‘Anatomy (Adjunct Lecturer)’. Interested applicants must provide a cover letter and a current CV, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, and addresses of three referees, telephone and e-mail contacts by 5.00pm, Wednesday, August 20, 2025 to:

Director, Human Resource,
United States International University - Africa,
P. O. Box 14634-00800, Nairobi, Kenya
Email: jobs-sphs@usiu.ac.ke

Disclaimer: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

USIU-Africa is an equal opportunity employer