Job Adverts at University of Nairobi

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Industry: Education Management
Description: The University of Nairobi, a body corporate established under the Universities Act 2012 of the laws of Kenya and the University of Nairobi Charter, is the pioneer institution of University education in Kenya and the region. The only institution of higher learning in Kenya for a long time, the Univer… The University of Nairobi, a body corporate established under the Universities Act 2012 of the laws of Kenya and the University of Nairobi Charter, is the pioneer institution of University education in Kenya and the region. The only institution of higher learning in Kenya for a long time, the University of Nairobi responded to the national, regional and Africa's high level manpower training needs by developing and evolving strong, diversified academic programmes and specializations in basic sciences, applied sciences, technology, humanities, social sciences and the arts. Through module II (continuing education) programmes, invaluable opportunity has been opened to hundreds of Kenyans and non-Kenyans, on a paying basis, who meet university admission requirements, but who have not been able to access university education due to restricted intake into the regular programmes that is determined by limited resource allocation by Government. In this effort, the location of the seven campuses of the University in the View more View less
Job Details
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Degree, Diploma
Job Experience: 2+ Years
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Jul 13, 2026
Salary: KES Negotiable / month
Job Description

University of Nairobi – Vacancies

Category: Education / Teaching / Research Posted: 30th June 2026 Deadline: 13th July 2026

 

Open Jobs

  1. Project Clinician Scientist

  2. Project Data Analyst

  3. Assistant Research Officer – Social Sciences

  4. Project Administrative Assistant

 

Minimum Requirements (Likely)

Applicants should:

  • Hold relevant academic qualifications (Master’s or PhD for research and clinician scientist roles; Bachelor’s or Diploma for administrative and technical roles).

  • Have prior experience in clinical research, data analysis, social sciences, or project administration.

  • Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

  • Be familiar with research methodologies, project management, and compliance standards.

  • Show professionalism, integrity, and alignment with the University of Nairobi’s mission of advancing higher education and research in Kenya and the region.

Role‑specific expectations:

  • Project Clinician Scientist: Lead clinical research projects, supervise data collection, and contribute to scientific publications.

  • Project Data Analyst: Manage datasets, conduct statistical analysis, and generate reports.

  • Assistant Research Officer (Social Sciences): Support research design, fieldwork, and community engagement.

  • Project Administrative Assistant: Handle project logistics, documentation, and administrative support.

 

How to Apply

Notes:

  • Applicants should email their application letters, certified copies of certificates and curriculum vitae (CV) giving details of their qualifications, experience and three (3) referees indicating their telephone contacts and e-mail contacts;
  • Applications and related documents should be forwarded addressed to the Director, Human Resource, University of Nairobi;
  • Applicants should state their current designations, salaries and other benefits attached to those designations;
  • The application letter must bear the reference code indicated in the advertisement;
  • Late applications will not be considered.
  • Applications should be emailed as one file in PDF

CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026

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