The Kenya Sugar Research Foundation (KESREF) is a State
Corporation in the Ministry of Agriculture, with its headquarters at Kibos near
Kisumu.
KESREF is mandated to develop and disseminate appropriate
technologies for enhanced productivity, value addition and competitiveness of
the Kenyan sugar sub-sector.
Research Scientist (Biometrician)
Grade RF 11 (1 POST)- REF: RSB/REC/01/12
Salary Scale RF 11 Ksh
63790x3190-66980x3340-70320x3520-73840x3690-77530x3880-81404
p.m.
The Research Scientist (Biometrician) reports to the Assistant
Director Economics and Biometrics. The successful candidate will be deployed at
Kibos station.
Tasks and responsibilities:
- Organize
and conduct relevant in service courses for scientists to effectively
integrate biometrics in their research and extension work.
- Assist
and/or advice research scientists in designing and conducting
statistically-sound experiments, and in data analysis, interpretations,
and report preparation.
- Participate
in identifying biometrical and mathematical needs and the strategies to
address the needs.
- Preparation
of own scientific studies, complete with budgets, work plans and reports.
- Personnel
supervision evaluation and training
- Work
plan and Budget Preparations.
Level of Education and Experience:
- MSc
degree from a recognized university, in Biometrics or related field.
- Research
experience of at least five (5) years, with proven quantifiable
contributions in relevant fields, e.g. through publications.
- Demonstrable
knowledge of a range of statistical software and packages.
Other Competencies
- Proven
leadership, communication, presentation and writing skills.
- Ability
to understand and follow research protocol and procedures.
- Analytical
and result oriented team player.
- Honesty
and confidentiality.
Interested candidates for the above position who meet the
requirements may send their applications with the reference number clearly
stated on the envelop and letter of application with copies of relevant
certificates/testimonials and detailed curriculum vitae containing current as
well as expected remuneration, names and addresses of three referees and day
time telephone contact to:
The Director
Kenya Sugar Research Foundation
P. O. Box 44-40100, Kisumu
E-mail: director@kesref.org
So as to reach him not later than 4.00 pm on 24th August 2012
KESREF is an equal opportunity employer.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
