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Pwani University began as Kilifi Institute of Agriculture in 1984 though the first intake of 200 students for the Two Year Certificate Course in Agriculture and Home Economics was in July 1987. By 2007, Kilifi Institute of Agriculture had graduated 3,837 students. The Institute also hosted a number… read more of Masters and PhD research students from other national universities. On 23rd August 2007, Kilifi Institute of Agriculture was upgraded to a Constituent College of Kenyatta University, and in March 2013, it was given a charter as a full- fledged University. It is strategically placed in the heart of the Coastal region of Kenya in Kilifi Town, right on the Mombasa-Malindi Highway; and is equipped with facilities to offer quality training in Tropical Agriculture, Tropical Medicine, Marine Sciences and Education. So whether you’re finishing high school, beginning university for the first time, or pursuing graduate studies, you’ll find a wide range of options at Pwani University. Our University has more than five schools which all together offer a diversity of degree programmes in the Arts, Humanities, Sciences, Health and Education. The University has engaged highly qualified staff members.
REF: PU/ADV/08/05/2026
This is a middle level in this cadre in the University and appointment shall be on such terms and conditions as may be determined by the Council from time to time depending on age, citizenship or any other reason as may be stipulated in the Kenyan Labour Laws
Academic Qualification
The candidate must have a Diploma in Gross Anatomy and Higher National Diploma in Gross Anatomy or Mortuary/Mortician Services or equivalent from recognized institution.
Experience
Be a member of relevant professional bodies
Must have two (2) years of relevant work experience
Worked in a higher institution of learning will be an added advantage
Demonstrate community involvement (e.g. Member of BOG, SMC etc)
In addition, the candidate should have experience in the following;
Assist and train students on collecting, processing and preservation of samples in the field and laboratory
Assist Gross Anatomy lecturer in practical demonstrations
Maintain the Gross Anatomy laboratory.
Assist Gross Anatomy demonstrator in teaching and grading duties for Gross Anatomy practicals.
Assist in preparation of reagents, preservative solutions, samples and specimen for practical classes and examinations.
Assembling supplies and constructing apparatus, setting up and assisting in conducting classroom experiments and demonstrations.
Setting up OSCE and viva voce sessions for Gross Anatomy assessments
Provide technical assistance to researchers.
Prepare and implement the use of SOPs in the laboratory.
Assist in budget preparation.
Keep an updated inventory for consumables and non-consumables.
Trouble shooting for machine errors, general maintenance and internal calibration
Participate in quality management systems in the laboratory.
Storage of supplies and equipment; disposing of solutions, used samples and specimen according to guidelines; and keeping storerooms and working areas orderly and clean.
Resource Mobilization e.g. Infrastructure grants, equipment grants, scholarships for students.
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Benefits for the above positions include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff and dependents, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and training and other regular allowances as determined by SRCInterested applicants should submit four (4) copies of their application accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (detailing academic qualifications, professional experience, academic leadership, publications, awards/scholarships/funding, membership to professional associations and linkages) and copies of certificates. Applicants should also provide names and contact addresses of three referees who are knowledgeable of the competence of the applicant.Applications and letters of recommendation from referees should be addressed to:The Vice Chancellor
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P. O Box 195-80108, KilifiThe deadline for submitting applications is Wednesday 20th May, 2026. Applications received later than this date will not be considere
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