Laboratory Analysts at Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI)

KMF/6. LABORATORY ANALYSTS (KMFRI GRADE 7) – POSITIONS –THREE (3)

• Basic Salary Scale: KShs. 61,394 – KShs. 79,812 P.M.
• House Allowance: KShs. 28,000 P.M.
• Commuter Allowance: KShs 6,000 P.M.
• Annual Leave Allowance: KShs 6,000 P.A.
• Medical Cover & Other Allowances: As provided by KMFRI
• Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

The laboratory analysts shall be deployed in any of the following research areas: Oceans and Coastal Systems & Blue Economy, Freshwater Systems, Aquaculture and Socioeconomics research areas.

Duties and responsibilities of the officer entail;

1. Identifying the chemical and consumables required for an experiment;
2. Collecting and preparing samples and specimens, managing and safely disposing samples and specimens;
3. Maintaining the inventory of laboratory equipment;
4. Carrying out experimental work;
5. Undertaking analytical work;
6. Maintaining and preserving specimens and cultures;
7. Recording of experimental data;
8. Setting and maintaining laboratory equipment;
9. Maintaining laboratory records; and
10. Carrying out demonstrations of laboratory functions to clients/visitors.

Requirements for Appointment/Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: –

1. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines; Applied Biology, Food technology, Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or equivalent from a recognized institution;
2. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum grade of C plus (C+) or equivalent
3. Proficiency in computer applications
4. Meets the requirements of chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.

Key Competencies and Skills

1. Communication skills
2. Interpersonal skills
3. Organizational skills
4. Computer proficiency