Meru University of Science and Technology (MUST) is a State Owned University established by the Government of Kenya under the Universities Act 2012. The University is located in Meru County, along the Meru-Maua road.

MUST aspires to be “A University of Excellence Transforming Society through Science, Cutting Edge Technology and Innovation”. The Mission of the University is to provide Quality University Education, Training and Research in Science, Technology and Innovation.

MUST is a center of excellence in Innovation, Technology, Engineering, Food Science and Agriculture that are some of the key enablers of Kenya’s National agenda including Vision 2030 and the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda.

MUST wishes  to recruit qualified and dedicated staff to fill the following vacant positions;

 

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

REGISTRAR – RESEARCH, INNOVATION, COMMERCIALIZATION AND EXTENSION (RICE) – GRADE 15 – MUST/ADM/01/10/2025 (I Post) 

Applicants are invited for the post of Registrar – Research, Innovation, Commercialization and Extension (RICE)
Applicants must have:
1. Be a holder of a PhD degree from an accredited and recognized University;
2. Be a holder of a Master’s degree from an accredited and recognized University;
3. Be at least a Senior Lecturer in a reputable University or it’s equivalent.
4. Professional qualification and membership where applicable.
5. Have a minimum of three (3) years of administrative, academic and research experience at the level of a Dean/Director or above in a University and/or research institution.
6. At least eight (8) years’ work experience.
7. At least 3 Years’ experience in Research, Commercialization, Innovation, Extension
8. Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

LEGAL OFFICER I – GRADE 10 – MUST/ADM/02/10/2025 (I Post) 

Applicants are invited for the post of a Legal Officer I.

Applicants must have:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB)
2. Post Graduate Diploma from Kenya School of law
3. Admitted as Advocate of High Court of Kenya
4. Registered member of Law Society of Kenya with current Practicing Certificate
5. Six (6) years’ experience in legal practice three (3) of which as a Legal Officer II or its equivalent in private/ public sector
6. Proficiency in computer applications; and
7. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
Remuneration
A competitive remuneration will be paid in accordance with the Meru University of Science and Technology Terms and Conditions of service.

How to apply
1. Please use the link https://recruitment.must.ac.ke/ and follow the instructions carefully to submit your application.
2. Job Application Guidelines
a) Registration:
i) Go to https://recruitment.must.ac.ke/ and then click on the ‘Register’ button to start the application process.
ii) Fill in your details on the form provided. After successful registration, you will receive an email enabling you to confirm your email address and complete your registration. (Be sure to check your spam folder if no confirmation email is received in your inbox)
iii) In subsequent applications, you will not be required to register again.
b) Log on:
i) After registration go to https://recruitment.must.ac.ke/
ii) Key in your username and password then click on ‘Log in’ to access your account.

c) Available Vacancies
i) On the Menu/Navigation bar (On the Left Hand side), Click on Vacancies to view available/open vacancies
ii) A list of all open vacancies should populate on the page. Click on the View position button to view more details of the vacancy.
d) Applicant Profile
i) On the Menu/Navigation bar (On the Left Hand side), Click on Applicant Profile to edit and update your details. (Personal Details, Education Background, Employment/ Employment history among others).
ii) Be sure to provide accurate information and follow through the prompts to complete editing your profile.
iii) After successful updating of the applicant profile, the system will provide you with a Summarized PDF version of Summary of the “Applicant Profile”
iv) After submission of the updated profile, the system will redirect you to the vacancies page.
e) Application process:
i) Go to the vacancies page as outlined in Section (c) Above.
ii) Click on view position for the Job you are interested in.
iii) Click on Apply job button (At the top right) to apply for the job.
iv) You have successfully applied for the position.

f) Job Applications
i) All successful applications will be maintained under “Job Applications” tab.
ii) To Access the “Job Applications” Page click on “Job Applications” link the Menu/Navigation bar (On the Left Hand side)
g) In case of any challenges, please send your email query to recruitment@must.ac.ke

3. All applications will be submitted and received via the above application portal ONLY. Hard copy applications will not be accepted.
4. Applications should be received on or before close of business on Tuesday, 28th October, 2025 by 5:00 p.m.
5. Shortlisted candidates MUST present and satisfy the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the constitution of Kenya 2010 during interviews by providing original copies of the following documents;
a) A tax compliance certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority
b) A clearance certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board
c) Clearance certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
d) A clearance certificate from a Registered Credit Reference Bureau in Kenya
6. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Meru University of Science & Technology (MUST) does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, shortlisting, interviewing, and/or offer)

Meru University of Science and Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women, Marginalized and Persons living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Vice Chancellor
Meru University of Science and Technology
P.O. Box 972-60200
MERU