Laboratory Analyst at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

KMR 6 Open Position One (1)
Location: Kisian lab and Asembo Field Lab

Reports to: Study Coordinator

Requirements:

• Diploma in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Food Science and Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields; Medical Laboratory Sciences Laboratory Sciences, Analytical/Applied, Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Applied Sciences/Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Food Science and Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology or Biotechnology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

Job Description

The Research Assistant will report to the Study Coordinator and will be responsible for conducting Laboratory assays, morphological and molecular identification of mosquito samples and maintenance of study supplies inventories.

Tasks and Responsibilities

The responsibilities shall include:

1. Plan and work with Community study staff to conduct laboratory and field studies
2. Conduct molecular assays specifically PCR and ELISAs
3. Conduct colorimetric assays such as the Anthone test
4. Conduct resistance testing of selected insecticides using a range of methods for topical and systemic insecticides
5. Maintain study supplies inventories
6. Be courteous, respectful, proactive, conscientious, punctual, honest and hardworking

Terms of Employment:

Six (6) months contract as per KEMRI scheme of service. Salary is negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency.

Applications MUST Include the Following:

1. Letter of Application (Indicate vacancy Number)
2. Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone number and e-mail address
3. Contacts of three referees i.e., telephone numbers and e-mail addresses
4. Copies of Certificates.
5. National ID
6. Must have Certificate of Good conduct
7. Tax compliance Certificate
8. Must have Clearance Certificate from HELB
9. Must have Credit Reference Bureau Certificate