Entomology Technical Coordinator at Abt Associates

Duty Station / Location: Kisumu, Kenya

Under the supervision of the Technical Manager, the Entomology Technical Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing all entomology work conducted including field experiments and collections, laboratory analysis of samples, data management and ultimately assisting with report writing including preparation of tables and graphs.

The Entomology Technical Coordinator will be responsible for developing schedules for field entomology testing and laboratory analysis of samples as well as close supervision of field entomology teams and implementation of standard operating procedures.

Specific tasks include the following:

• Develop schedules and targets for the field, laboratory, insectary and data teams.
• Ensure that quality assurance measures are put in place and adhered to in all data collection.
• Provide regular supervision of field, insectary, data and laboratory teams to ensure accuracy of data.
• Monitor progress and meet milestones according to a predefined work plan.
• Conduct preliminary analysis of data and report writing as required by the Entomology Technical Manager.

Qualification requirements include the following:

• Minimum BSc in Biomedical sciences or related fields with at least 2 years experience working in a busy entomology research environment.
• Detailed knowledge of field and laboratory entomology procedures.
• Must be experienced with budgeting for laboratory reagents to monitor consumption and timely placement of new orders
• Management and supervision experience.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal support from the Entomology Technical Manager.
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Excel, Word, Powerpoint.
• Fluent in English both spoken and written
• Ability to perform data analysis is an added advantage