Professor - Religious Studies

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must possess:

1. An earned PhD in the relevant field from a recognized university:
   

• PhD in Old Testament Studies;
  
• PhD in Systematic Theology, Historical Theology, or related field;
  
• PhD in Religious Studies or related discipline.
  

1. A Master’s degree with a minimum average score of B+ or equivalent in the relevant field from an accredited institution;
   
2. A Bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Upper Division or a minimum GPA of 3.0 from a recognized university;
   

• KCSE mean grade of C+ or equivalent qualification;
  

1. Minimum of twelve (12) years of university teaching, research, and academic leadership experience, including at least three (3) years at the rank of Associate Professor or equivalent;
   
2. Distinguished record of scholarly publications and recognized contributions in the relevant field;
   
3. Successful supervision of Master’s and PhD students to completion;
   

• Evidence of successful acquisition, management, and implementation of research, consultancy, or development grants from recognized funding agencies;
  
• Meets the University requirements for appointment and promotion to the rank of Professor;
  

1. Registration or eligibility for registration with the relevant professional body where applicable;
   
2. Ordained minister of the Seventh-day Adventist Church;
   
3. Active member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in regular standing;
   

• Demonstrated commitment to Adventist philosophy of education, mission, and values;
  
• Ability to integrate faith and learning in accordance with the philosophy, mission, and values of Seventh-day Adventist higher education;
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, E-Learning platforms, Internet applications, and relevant statistical software.
  

1. Provide academic and research leadership within the Department, School, and University;
   

   ii. Teach undergraduate and postgraduate students;
   

   iii. Develop, review, and evaluate academic programmes;
   

   iv. Supervise Master’s and PhD research projects and theses;
   

   v. Lead curriculum development, quality assurance, and accreditation initiatives;
   

   vi. Conduct and publish high-quality research in reputable peer-reviewed journals;
   

   vii. Mentor faculty members and postgraduate students;
   

   viii. Prepare, administer, moderate, and mark examinations;
   

   ix. Participate in strategic planning and policy formulation;
   

   x. Represent the University in academic, professional, church, and community engagements;
   

   xi. Mobilize resources and support research, consultancy, and grant-funded initiatives;
   

   xii. Participate in academic administration and institutional governance;
   

   xiii. Perform any other duties assigned by the Head of Department.