Senior Research Fellow (Software Engineering & AI)

Senior Research Fellow (Software Engineering & AI) at University of Nairobi

Senior Research Fellow (Software Engineering & AI) at University of Nairobi

Job Specification

PhD in any of the following fields; Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Computational Biology, or a closely related quantitative field.

Minimum of 5 years progressive experience in software engineering, AI/ML, data science, or computational research, including leadership of complex technical programs.

Demonstrated expertise in:

Full-stack software engineering (e.g., Python, R, JavaScript, modern web frameworks)

System architecture and API design

Cloud and/or high-performance computing environments

Proven experience applying AI and machine learning to real-world, large-scale datasets, preferably in health, development, or policy settings.

Strong experience designing and operationalizing data governance, privacy, and security frameworks.

Track record of leading multi-institutional or regional technical initiatives.

Excellent communication and writing skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Demonstrated ability to align advanced digital and AI solutions with public health priorities and policy needs.

Notes:

• Applicants should email their application letters, certified copies of certificates and resume of maximum two pages, giving details of their qualifications, experience and three (3) referees indicating their telephone 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 to as one file in PDF:

CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026

Send your application to mailto:[email protected]