Research Scientist - CDCS Mandera at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

RESEARCH SCIENTIST, JOB GROUP KMR 6 (1 POSITION); CENTRE FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND SURVEILANCE- MANDERA.

The job holder are responsible for conducting research and disseminating the research results through publications, workshops, conferences and policy briefs; Research Scientist will be deployed to Centre for Disease Control and Surveillance- Mandera This is the entry and training grade for this cadre for graduate employees. An officer at this level will work under guidance and supervision of a senior officer.

Job Specifications

• Assist in the implementation of research projects and/or supervising designated aspects of the work;
• Assist in carrying out fieldwork and laboratory experimental procedures;
• Assisting in organization of the internal scientific seminars;
• Carry out experimental and/or developmental work under the supervision of a Senior Research Scientist or Assistant Principal Research Scientist;
• Assist in the interpretation and validation of results;
• Guiding visiting scientific students /students on attachment
• Assisting in maintaining the scientific laboratory in good working condition; and
• In consultation with Senior Technologist, ensuring that all chemicals, reagents and consumables are properly stored in the laboratory.

Job Specifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines :- Biomedical Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Public Health, any relevant Social Science, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;
• Proficiency in computer application;

Key Skills and Competences

• Planning skills
• Communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player 

Terms of Employment:

Employment is for three (3) years contract as per KEMRI Human Resource Policy and Procedures Manual with a probation period for the first three (3) months.

Successful candidates will be required to provide the following: Certificate of good conduct, HigherEducation Loans Board compliance certificate, KRA Tax compliance certificate, Credit Reference Bureau clearance certificate, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission clearance. Kindly attach your cv, cover letter, copies of certified academic and professional certificates, testimonials and other relevant documents.