Vacancy title:
Research Assistant / Graduate Assistant – Cement & Concrete

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Admin & Office]

Jobs at:
Meru University of Science and Technology

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, October 17 2025

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, September 29 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Meru University of Science and Technology (MUST) was established by the Kenya Government under Legal Notice No. 103 of 18th July 2008 as a constituent college of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. The idea of establishing a University goes back many years to the time when Njuri Ncheke (Council of elders of Meru people)

Job Overview

• As a Research Assistant / Graduate Assistant, you will be responsible for conducting physical, chemical, and mechanical tests on cementitious materials including clinker, clay, limestone, and other cementitious materials. You will work alongside researchers and engineers to generate accurate data for sustainable construction material development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and test cement, clay, limestone, agro-wastes, industrial wastes and concrete samples using standardized procedures
• Perform analyses such as TGA, XRD, particle size analysis, strength testing
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, including logs, test results, and equipment calibration reports
• Ensure laboratory equipment is properly maintained and calibrated
• Follow established safety procedures and quality assurance protocols
• Support data analysis and contribute to technical reporting
• Collaborate with senior researchers and engineers on project tasks and experimental design
• Stay informed on new laboratory techniques and advancements relevant to cement technology

Qualifications:

• Atleast a Bachelor of Science in Cement & Concrete / Chemistry / Geology /Mineral processing Engineering /Material Science or an equivalent degree.
• Have solid knowledge of cement and concrete
• MUST demonstrate proof of registration and/or admission in the Master of Science in Cement and Concrete program at the Institute of Cement and Concrete
• Prior work experience in a cement and concrete and/or concrete admixtures testing laboratory is an advantage
• Knowledge of cement chemistry and testing standards (e.g., KS, EAS, ASTM, EN) is highly desirable
• Familiarity with laboratory instruments such as TGA, XRD, physical, chemical testing laboratory equipment as well as pyrolysis processes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Good communication skills for documentation and teamwork

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
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Interested candidates should submit the following in one PDF file:

• Motivation letter
• Certified copies of academic degree certificate and transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) including three (3) referees with contact details
• Copy of National ID or passport biometric page
• Admission letter in the Master of Science in Cement and Concrete program

Notes

• Applications and related documents should be forwarded addressed to the;

Director
Institute of Cement & Concrete
Meru University of Science & Technology
P.O Box 972-60200
Meru-Kenya

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