Research Scientist at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Reports to: Principal Investigator
Duration: 6 months
Research Scientist – KMR 6 (Short Contract)

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Assist in the implementation of project activities
2. Assist with project field surveys and carrying out laboratory assays
3. Support the maintenance of basic analytical equipment such as HPLC, UV/Vis Spectrophotometer
4. Prepare and afford monthly research project draft progress reports
5. Be available for meetings to discuss with the Principal Investigator the project progress of the analysis;
6. Assist with development of data capture tool, data entry and data analysis of project results
7. Provide support in manuscript writing
8. Contribute to drafting of the final report on the key findings from the study

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent from a recognized University,
2. Must be familiarity with basic analytical chemistry equipment,
3. Must be conversant with Pharmaceutical Drug analysis.
4. Proficiency in computer application
5. Basic knowledge in statistics will be an added advantage

Applications MUST include the following:

• Letter of Application,
• Current Curriculum Vitae with mobile phone number and e-mail address,
• Name and phone number for two professional referees,
• Academic Certificates,
• A copy of National Identity card or passport,
• Certificate of Good Conduct

Terms of Engagement:

Appointment will be for a period of Six (6) months and the salary is negotiable.

Please Note:

1. The project WILL NOT offer employment after the completion of the contract.
2. Successful person will be expected to take up a personal accident cover and medical Insurance cover; and
3. INCOMPLETE applications will not be considered.