Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a fully fledged chartered university committed to a broad-based, wholistic and inclusive system of education. It has an overall goal of promoting human resource development for society’s progressive good. The university has adopted several international best practices in its core functions, which has enabled its students and faculty win awards, thus stamping its authority as a centre of excellence. At its main campus in Thika town in the outskirts of Kenya’s capital Nairobi, the university is transforming a hitherto industrial town into an educational hub. At the same time, it is widening access to higher education for the larger East African Community through a well-structured network of campuses. The university also offers a wide-range of academic and professional courses, through various flexible modes that include virtual learning,evening classes , weekend classes and School based. The award-winning university library and the imposing Chancellors Tower at Thika Main Campus make the university unique. The university’s distinct blue and light yellow corporate colours are a byword for academic excellence to many students and potential employees looking for an increasingly competitive, well-trained manpower. An empowered division of student welfare services continuously re-engineers and positions itself to unlock any emerging talents among the students through diversified programmes and career orientations, research, international linkages and talent searches. Those who choose Mount Kenya University get access to a wide-range of courses that form a springboard to a sea of opportunities. We seek to promote a record of achievement and success in academic excellence and job prospects. To enable our students realise their lifetime agenda, we have invested heavily in facilities and staff. Mount Kenya University is on the forefront in using Information and Communications Technology to support learning and teaching. We have blended the use of e-learning with traditional learning and teaching values to give our students a flexible and dynamic learning experience. Put together, these factors have etched Mount Kenya University’s position as the leader in quality higher education provision in the region. Indeed, to borrow the tagline coined by an alumnus - "My University, My pride, My future”- the university continues to help thousands of ambitious, discerning people to scale the heights of education. Mount Kenya University is ISO 9001:2008 Certified and also a member of Inter-University Council for East Africa and Association of Common Wealth UniversitiesQualification Must have: PhD degree in Cosmetic Technology or an equivalent qualification from a recognized Academic Institution. At least three (3) years of teaching/research experience at the university level as a Lecturer/Research Fellow; OR 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); At least 7 years teaching experience at a university, 4 of which should be as a Lecturer. Accumulated at least 32 equivalent publication points as a Lecturer/Research Fellow of which 24 should be from refereed scholarly journals; Supervised at least three (3) postgraduate students to completion and attracted research funds as a Lecturer/Research Fellow. Be registered by the relevant Professional Body. Key responsibilities also include Reporting to: Dean, School of Pharmacy Duties and responsibilities: 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. Develop and review curriculum in line with the current market trends in order to guide in teaching and learning. Interpret curriculum in a bid to synthesize the content and disseminate the same to the learners. Prepare course outline to guide in the effective delivery and coverage of the syllabus. Develop learning content to ensure adequate coverage of the course outline. Set, moderate, invigilate, administer examinations to test the understanding of course content and give progressive report to the Department. Supervise postgraduate projects, dissertations/theses at graduate level and other experiential learning programmes. Attend defense meetings for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Participate in conferences, professional bodies events and prepare publications in order to disseminate knowledge generated through research. Initiate, promote and participate in research in order to generate new knowledge. 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. Facilitate field studies for the students to enable them acquire hands on experience. Invigilate and assess students during attachments/trips/internships so as to equip them with the technical knowhow for future careers. Monitor class attendance sheets to ensure that students sitting for the examinations meet the required lecture attendance before they can sit for their examinations. Prepare list of items required to be procured with their specification for use during teaching, practicals and research. Present examination results to the Departmental board of examiners. Be an academic adviser and mentor to students and staff. Develop fundable research proposals to attract funding, solve societal problems and expand knowledge through academic publications in peer reviewed journals. Carry out administrative and other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time