About this role
- The Programme Leader for the Bachelor of Science in Data Science and AI provides strategic academic, operational, and administrative leadership for the degree program.
- Reporting to the Dean, the role is responsible for maintaining high academic standards, overseeing curriculum relevance in rapidly evolving technological domains, managing student progress & fostering industry integration.
- Ensuring full compliance with Commission for University Education (CUE) guidelines and institutional policies.
Requirements
- An earned PhD (Doctorate) in Data Science, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Statistics, Computational Intelligence, or a closely related discipline from a recognized and accredited university.
- Hold the academic rank of Senior Lecturer (or be eligible for appointment to Senior Lecturer in line with CUE standards).
- At least five (5) years of university-level teaching experience, aligned with CUE guidelines and standards common in Kenyan private universities.
- Demonstrable administrative and academic leadership experience in a university setting (e.g., as Head of Department,or Programme Leader).
- Mandatory active registration/membership with relevant professional bodies, such as the Computer Society of Kenya (CSK), Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), IEEE Computer Society, or equivalent
- A valid, current professional certification or practising credential where applicable (e.g., in cloud computing, data architecture, or AI frameworks).
- An active, verifiable research record in data science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, or computational models.
- A minimum of three (3) peer-reviewed publications in reputable, indexed journals within areas relevant to data science, artificial intelligence, or higher education.
- A clear understanding of and commitment to Tangaza University's mission, vision, and core Catholic/faith-based values, as expected of academic leaders in Kenya's faith-based private university sector.