Meru University of Science and Technology (MUST) is a state-owned university located in Meru County along the Meru-Maua Road. Established under the Universities Act 2012, MUST is a center of excellence in innovation, technology, engineering, food science, and agriculture, aligning with Vision 2030 and the Bottom-up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).

The University invites applications from qualified and dedicated professionals to fill the following academic and administrative positions:

EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT AUGUST 2026

EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

MUST is a public institution established by the Government of Kenya under the Universities Act, 2012 and formally granted its University Charter on 1^st March 2013.
Main Campus: Nchiru, Meru County along Meru–Maua road.

Vision: University of Excellence Transforming Society Through Science, Cutting Edge Technology and Innovation.
Mission: Provide Quality University Education, Training and Research in Science, Technology and Innovation.

ACADEMIC POSITIONS

Senior Lecturer – Medical Laboratory Science
1 post

Earned PhD (or Master in special cases) in Medical Laboratory Science, Molecular Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, or related discipline from an accredited university.
At least 3 years teaching experience at university level as Lecturer OR 6 years research/industry experience.
Minimum 24 publication points as Lecturer (at least 12 from refereed scholarly journals).
Supervised at least 2 Master’s students to completion as Lecturer OR 1 PhD.
Registered member of KMLTTB & current practicing license.
Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Senior Lecturers – Special Needs Education · Criminology & Security Studies · Sanitation & Waste Management
3 posts (1 each)

Earned PhD (or Master in special cases) in relevant field from accredited university.
At least 3 years teaching experience as Lecturer OR 6 years research/industry.
Minimum 24 publication points as Lecturer (at least 20 from refereed journals).
Supervised at least 2 postgraduate students to completion.
Registered with relevant professional body (where applicable).
Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Senior Lecturer – Law
1 post

Earned PhD in Law from accredited university.
At least 3 years teaching as Lecturer OR 6 years relevant industry experience.
Minimum 24 publication points (at least 20 from refereed journals).
Supervised at least 2 Masters students to completion OR 1 PhD.
Registered with Law Society of Kenya (LSK).
Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Lecturers – Criminology & Security Studies · Foundations of Education · Music · Islamic Religious Education · Home Science
5 posts (1 each)

Earned PhD (or Master in special cases) in relevant field from accredited university.
Minimum 12 publication points (at least 8 from refereed journal papers).
Registered with relevant professional body (where applicable).
Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Lecturer – Law
1 post

Option 1: Earned PhD in Law & registered with LSK.
Option 2: Master’s degree in Law + at least 3 years teaching at university level, 12 publication points (8 from refereed), registered with LSK, and show progress of PhD training.
Option 3: Master’s degree in Law + at least 6 years practicing experience in industry.
All options: Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Lecturers – Medical Laboratory Science (Haematology) · (Medical Virology)
2 posts (1 each)

Earned PhD (or Master in special cases) in relevant field.
Minimum 12 publication points (at least 8 from refereed journals).
Registered member of KMLTTB & current practicing license.
Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Lecturers – Clinical Medicine
5 posts

Earned PhD (or Master in special cases) in relevant field.
Minimum 12 publication points (at least 8 from refereed journals).
Valid license from Clinical Officers Council of Kenya; registered and licensed.
Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Tutorial Fellows – Medical Laboratory Science (Histopathology & Cytology) · (Medical Parasitology)
2 posts (1 each)

Master’s degree in relevant field from accredited university.
Registered or registrable for PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree).
Registered member of KMLTTB & current practicing license.
Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Tutorial Fellows – Health Records & Info. Management · Special Needs Education · Criminology & Security Studies · Sanitation & Waste Management
7 posts (2,2,1,2)

Master’s degree in relevant field from accredited university.
Registered or registrable for PhD (or equivalent).
Registered with relevant professional body (where applicable).
Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Tutorial Fellow – Public Health
1 post

Master’s degree in relevant field from accredited university.
Registered or registrable for PhD.
Valid license from the Public Health Officer and Technicians Council of Kenya.
Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Tutorial Fellow – Law
1 post

Bachelor’s and Master’s degree qualification in Law from accredited university.
Registrable for PhD (or equivalent).
Minimum 4 publication points.
Registered with Law Society of Kenya (LSK).
Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Graduate Assistant – Law
1 post

Bachelor’s degree in Law from accredited university.
Registrable for Master’s degree or equivalent.
Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Constitution.

ADMINISTRATION POSITIONS

Clinical Instructor – Clinical Medicine
4 posts

Diploma in Clinical Medicine or equivalent degree from accredited university.
At least 2 years’ experience in Clinical Medicine and Community Health.
Registered and licensed by Clinical Officers Council of Kenya.
Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Technologist III – Public Health
2 posts

Bachelor of Science in Public Health/Environmental Health from accredited university.
At least 3 years’ experience in Public Health.
Valid license from the Public Health Officer and Technicians Council of Kenya.
Completed one (1) internship in a Public Institution.
Registered and licensed by the Council.
Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Technician III – Medical Laboratory Science
4 posts

Holder of Diploma in relevant field from a recognized institution.
Registered member of KMLTTB & current practicing license.
Fulfil Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Technician III – Information Communication Technology
3 posts

Diploma in Computer Science/Information Technology or closely related field.
Ability to manage, maintain and troubleshoot computer laboratories.
Certificate in Comp TIA A+ / ICDE / Microsoft certified (MCSA/MCSE or equivalent) OR CISCO (CCNA/CCNP) OR CISA OR Data Analytics Certification.
Registered with relevant professional body (where applicable).
Fulfil Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Competitive remuneration in accordance with MUST Terms and Conditions of service.

How to apply

Use the link: https://recruitment.must.ac.ke/ and follow instructions carefully.

Registration: Go to the link, click ‘Register’. Fill in details. Confirm email (check spam).
Log in: Use username and password.
Vacancies: On the left menu, click ‘Vacancies’ → View position.
Applicant Profile: Update personal details, education, employment. System generates a PDF summary.
Apply: On vacancy page, click ‘Apply job’.
All applications are via the portal only. Hard copies will not be accepted.

Deadline: Tuesday, 22^nd September 2026, 5:00 p.m.

Chapter Six documents (original) required during interviews: Tax compliance (KRA), HELB clearance, EACC clearance, Credit Reference Bureau clearance.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing leads to automatic disqualification.

EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT AUGUST 2025

1. ACADEMIC POSITIONS

A. Senior Lecturers – Grade 13

Ref No: MUST/ACA/EXT/01/7/25

Civil Engineering – 1 Post
Mechatronics Engineering – 1 Post
Mechanical Engineering – 1 Post
Hospitality and Tourism Management – 1 Post
Health Systems Management – 1 Post
Entrepreneurship – 1 Post

B. Lecturers – Grade 12

Ref No: MUST/ACA/EXT/02/7/2025

Medical Laboratory Science – 2 Posts
Hospitality and Tourism Management – 1 Post
Electrical and Electronics – 1 Post

C. Tutorial Fellows – Grade 11

Ref No: MUST/ACA/EXT/03/7/2025

Health Records and Information Management – 2 Posts
Health Systems Management – 1 Post
Medical Surgical – 1 Post
Midwifery – 1 Post
Public Health – 1 Post

D. Clinical Instructors – Grade 10

Ref No: MUST/ACA/EXT/04/7/2025

Nursing – 1 Post
Midwifery – 1 Post

2. ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

Senior and Mid-Level Roles

Deputy Finance Officer – Grade 14 (Ref: MUST/ADM/EXT/01/7/2025) – 1 Post
Deputy Registrar, Examinations – Grade 14 (Ref: MUST/ADM/EXT/02/7/2025) – 1 Post
Deputy Registrar, Admissions – Grade 14 (Ref: MUST/ADM/EXT/03/7/2025) – 1 Post
Senior Librarian – Grade 13 (Ref: MUST/ADM/EXT/04/7/2025) – 1 Post
Chief Communications Officer – Grade 12 (Ref: MUST/ADM/EXT/05/7/2025) – 1 Post

ICT Roles

Software Developer (ICT Officer I) – Grade 11 (Ref: MUST/ADM/EXT/06/7/2025) – 1 Post
IT Security Officer (ICT Officer I) – Grade 11 (Ref: MUST/ADM/EXT/07/7/2025) – 1 Post
Database Administrator (ICT Officer II) – Grade 10 (Ref: MUST/ADM/EXT/08/7/2025) – 1 Post
Webmaster (ICT Officer II) – Grade 10 (Ref: MUST/ADM/EXT/09/7/2025) – 1 Post
Content Developer/Instructional Designer – Grade 10 (Ref: MUST/ADM/EXT/10/7/2025) – 1 Post
ICT Officers (Technicians) – Grade 8 (Ref: MUST/ADM/EXT/11/7/2025) – 3 Posts

Other Administrative Roles

Clinical Officer I – Grade 9 (Ref: MUST/ADM/EXT/12/7/2025) – 1 Post
Farm Manager – Grade 9 (Ref: MUST/ADM/EXT/13/7/2025) – 1 Post
Administrative Assistant I – Grade 8 (Ref: MUST/ADM/EXT/14/7/2025) – 3 Posts

How to Apply

Apply now and take the next step in your career: https://lnkd.in/dCid4ZZy
Visit the official recruitment portal:🔗 https://recruitment.must.ac.ke/

and follow the instructions to complete your application.

Application Deadline: Tuesday, 29th July 2025 by 5:00 p.m. (EAT)
Do not pay any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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MUST is an equal opportunity employer.
Women, marginalized groups, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Postal Address

The Vice Chancellor

Meru University of Science and Technology

P.O. Box 972-60200
MERU

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