Vacancies at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

• Verifying, approving and recording laboratory findings;
• Supervising the disinfection, washing and sterilization of apparatus; and maintaining equipment and reagents;
• Archiving specimens of medical importance for reference;
• Preparing periodical reports;
• Preparing requisitions for procuring laboratory equipment, chemicals, stains and reagents
• Maintaining laboratory registers and recording analyzed samples;
• Supervising laboratory staff and students on attachment
• Screen and assign work load, plan, prioritize and assign tasks and projects;
• Determining safe procedures, controls and implementing standard safety procedures;
• Participating in budget and procurement plan preparation;
• Preparing and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures;
• Preparing work plans and periodical reports; and
• Identifying training gaps of research scientist, laboratory Technicians and Technologists and recommending appropriate interventions
• Writing manuscripts as required by the laboratory leadership

Vacancy Requirements:

• 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;    Mandatory
• Masters of Science degree in any of the following disciplines: Medical Parasitology and Entomology, Clinical Chemistry, Haematology/, Medical Microbiology, Clinical Cytology Histopathology, Immunology, Epidemiology, Laboratory Management, Molecular Sciences/Biology, Virology, Mycology, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution    Mandatory
• Supervisory Course not lasting less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;    Mandatory
• Proficiency in Computer Application;    Mandatory
• Proficiency in Bioinformatics;    Skills & Competencies
• Proficiency in statistical analysis;    Skills & Competencies
• Demonstrated work performance and results;    Skills & Competencies
• Trained in ISO 15189 implementation    Skills & Competencies
• Analytical Skills    Skills & Competencies
• Communication skills and reporting skills    Skills & Competencies
• Mentorship Skills    Skills & Competencies
• Interpersonal skills    Skills & Competencies
• Team player    Skills & Competencies

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Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and consent participants referred to the Eremet onsite laboratory for specimen collection
• Perform phlebotomy and prepare samples for investigation purposes
• Collect oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal swabs as required
• Accurately label and analyze samples (blood, NP/OPs, tissue etc.)
• Proper documentation of applicable study data during all study procedures
• Perform routine maintenance of lab equipment
• Monitor the status of laboratory supplies and make necessary orders
• Complete QA/QC assignments on laboratory data, samples and records
• Keep lab work areas clean and organized
• Assist with laboratory administrative duties.
• Any other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor

Vacancy Requirements:

• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology,    Mandatory
• Fluency in English Turkana and Swahili both written and spoken.    Mandatory
• Be registered and with a valid practicing license from the KMLLTB    Mandatory
• Certificate in “Good Clinical Practice” and/or “Human Subjects Protection”    Mandatory
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office suite.    Mandatory
• Someone who has experience in working in Isiolo county    Mandatory
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work well in a team    Mandatory
• Experience working knowledge in research    Mandatory
• Excellent interpersonal and organization skills    Mandatory

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Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all project supplies for PBIDS 2.0 supported activities in the main sites - Kisumu, Nairobi and Isiolo and additional Detect sites
• Work with the field team leads to request and make follow-up on procurement of goods and services. S/he must ascertain goods and services are delivered on time, with stated specification, standard and verify invoices against goods delivered.
• Ensure frequent update of stock database to show both stock-in and out.
• Assist in verification of invoices and bills from the field office before payments are made.
• Participate in preparation of budget on project supplies, workshops and conferences, study participants’ reimbursements and request on transport.
• Document project vehicle mileage, track and update reports on vehicle maintenance
• Participate in project meetings, prepare the relevant correspondence for the field teams
• Ensure day-to-day smooth operations of administrative functions of the department.
• Undertake other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor

Vacancy Requirements:

• Diploma in Business Administration, Management, Fleet Management, Public Administration, Purchasing and Supplies Management, or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.    Mandatory
•  Proficiency in computer applications; and    Mandatory
• Planning skills    Mandatory
• Communication and reporting skills    Mandatory
• Interpersonal skills    Mandatory
• Team player    Mandatory