Research Assistant Job in Kenya

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Research Assistant to be responsible for running the field laboratory at Kapiti and ILRI; receiving field samples, sample processing and storage on the Rift Valley Fever vaccine trial.
ILRI works to improve food and nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock.
It is the only one of 15 CGIAR research centres dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country offices and projects in East, South and Southeast Asia as well as Central, East, Southern and West Africa.
How to apply:

Applicants should CLICK HERE to send a cover letter and CV online explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to the Director, People and Organizational Development through our recruitment portal on or before 2 January 2018.
The position title and reference number REF: RA/KAP-ILRI/12/2017 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the cover letter.
We thank all applicants for their interest in working for ILRI. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ILRI does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). ILRI also does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.
To find out more about ILRI visit our websites at http://www.ilri.org
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ILRI is an equal opportunity employer.