Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, April 30, 2020 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The KEMRI Wellcome Trust Research Programme (KWTRP) is based within the KEMRI Centre for Geographic Medical Research - (Coast). Our core activities are funded by the Wellcome Trust. We conduct integrated epidemiological, social, laboratory and clinical research in parallel, with results feeding into local and international health policy. Our research platforms include state-of-the-art laboratories, a demographic surveillance system covering a quarter of a million residents, partnership with Kilifi County Hospital in health care and hospital surveillance, a clinical trials facility, a vibrant community engagement programme and a dedicated training facility. The KWTRP leadership includes the Executive Director Philip Bejon, the KEMRI Centre Director Benjamin Tsofa, the Ag. Nairobi Programme director Mike English and the Chief Operating Officer Catherine Kenyatta. Our Vision to establish long term sustainable capacity for research in human health that improves global health.
The following will be required during the interviews:
Certificate of good conduct, Higher Education Loans Board compliance certificate, KRA Tax compliance certificate, Credit Reference Bureau clearance certificate, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission clearance.
JOB GROUP: KMR 6
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre for graduate employees. An officer at this level will work under guidance and supervision of a senior officer. .

Job Responsibilities;
• Assist in the implementation of research projects and/or supervising designated aspects of the work;
• Assist in carrying out fieldwork and laboratory experimental procedures;
• Assisting in organization of the internal scientific seminars;
• Carry out experimental and/or developmental work under the supervision of a Senior
• Research Scientist or Assistant Principal Research Scientist;
• Assist in the interpretation and validation of results;
• Guiding visiting scientific students /students on attachment
• Assisting in maintaining the scientific laboratory in good working condition; and
• In consultation with Senior Technologist, ensuring that all chemicals, reagents and consumables are properly stored in the laboratory.

Key Skills and Competences
• Planning skills
• Communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player

Job Qualification;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines :- Biomedical Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Public Health, any relevant Social Science, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;
• Proficiency in computer application;
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Job Education Requirements: Not Specified

Job Education Experience: Not Specified

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
Kindly attach your CV, cover letter, copies of certified academic and professional certificates, testimonials and other relevant documents.
All the applications to be done through www.kemri.org on or before 18th May 2020 by 5.00 p.m.

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