Research Assistant in the
Arthropod Pathology Unit
icipe—African Insect Science for Food and Health is an intergovernmental organisation funded by governmental aid agencies, UN organisations and private foundations to carry out research and training in environmentally sound and sustainable management of arthropods for improving health and agricultural productivity in the tropics.
icipe wishes to urgently recruit a suitable person to fill the position of Research Assistant in the Arthropod Pathology Unit. A competitive compensation package will be offered to the right candidate.
Position Summary:
Under minimal supervision, undertakes a range of scientific experiments in the field of microbiology (with specific focus on bacteria, fungi, viruses and nematodes that attack arthropod pests) and molecular biology, collect and record data, provide support to students.
Very good verbal communication skills and must be able to
transfer scientific information and procedures to colleagues.
Qualifications Required:
Qualifications Required:
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Ordinary National Diploma in science laboratory or equivalent.
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Technical experience in insect pathology and molecular biology
in a recognised institute.
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Working knowledge of laboratory procedures, health and safety
practices, experiments, testing procedures, proper care and maintenance of
laboratory equipment.
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Working knowledge of database, spreadsheets and simple data
analysis programs.
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Very good ability to analyse and solve problems. Ability to
interpret a variety of instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or
schedule form
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Very good verbal communication skills. Must be able to transfer
scientific information and procedures to other colleagues.
Main Duties:
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Carry out a range of scientific experiments as prescribed by
scientists.
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Collect and record raw data of scientific research results and
present them in charts/tables, and write reports for scientist’s approval.
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Carry out isolation and identification of micro-organisms
(including fungi, bacteria, viruses and nematodes that attack arthropod pests).
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Carry out fieldwork as described by scientists.
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Operates and ensure maintenance of laboratory and field
equipment.
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Ensure adequate supplies of lab and field materials are
available for project use, maintain inventories and administer requisitions for
scientist’s approval.
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Ensure laboratories and equipment are maintained in clean and
safe conditions as per international lab procedures.
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Enter data into dBases/spreadsheets
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Operate basic statistical analysis of data collected.
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Provide support to students.
Interpersonal Interaction:
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This position reports directly to Scientist in Charge. On a
daily basis, this position may require interaction with students on attachment
from polytechnics, universities and other institutes.
Applications will be accepted up to 13 August 2012. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications with detailed résumés
including current salary details, names and addresses of three referees (with
daytime telephone numbers), and e-mail address should be sent to:
icipehr@icipe.org
The Human Resources Department,
icipe—African Insect Science for Food and Health
P.O Box 30772-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
icipe is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
icipehr@icipe.org
The Human Resources Department,
icipe—African Insect Science for Food and Health
P.O Box 30772-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
icipe is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
