Research Assistant I (Social Economics/Economist) at Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI)

An officer at this grade will be required to independently initiate and implement research projects.

Duties and responsibilities at this cadre will include:-

• problem identification;
• formulating research project/ proposals;
• study design;
• implementing research projects;
• engagement in inter-disciplinary research;
• preparing technical reports and scientific publications;
• using other methods to disseminate research findings in their areas of specialization;
• providing guidance to junior research scientists/interns in their areas of expertise; and
• any other duties as may be assigned from time to time..

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum grade of C+ (Plus) or equivalent;
• Bachelor’s honors degree or equivalent degree in any of the following fields: with specialization in Economics, Development Studies or relevant Social Sciences or any other relevant disciplines from a recognized University;
• Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Economics, Statistics, Development Studies or relevant Social Sciences or relevant equivalent from a recognized Institution;
• Proven knowledge of Economic software’s including SPSS and Stata; and
• Evidence of engagement in community work or other related contributions;
• A minimum of six (6) peer reviewed publications with at least three (3) first authorship as a Research Scientist II;
• Participated in development of at least one research proposal;
• Satisfactorily served as a Research Scientist II or equivalent position for a minimum period of three (3) years.