Crop Production Technician at Kenya Methodist University (KeMU)

KeMU/ASA/AGR/3/9/2026 - (1) POST
Reports to the Chair of Department.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Setting up and maintaining laboratory equipment, tools, and field plots for practical sessions.
• Assisting lecturers in demonstrating crop production techniques, such as planting, irrigation, pest control, and harvesting.
• Helping design, set up, and manage field experiments and research trials related to crop production.
• Preparing teaching materials, such as charts, samples, and models, to aid in instruction.
• Assisting faculty and students in collecting data from field experiments or research projects.
• Conducting laboratory analysis of soil, plant, and water samples to support research activities.
• Maintaining an inventory of laboratory and field equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Ensuring that all activities comply with safety and environmental regulations.
• Maintaining records of laboratory and field activities, including experiment results andinventory.
• Preparing reports on laboratory and field activities for departmental review.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Agriculture or Agricultural Biotechnology or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Ability to conduct soil, plant, and water analysis using laboratory equipment.
• At least Two (2) years practical experience in crop production, preferably in research, academic, or agricultural extension setting.
• Must be computer literate.