Kenya Marine and Fisheries
Research Institute (KMFRI)
Vacancies: Research
Officer (Fish Pathologist)
Kenya Marine and Fisheries
Research Institute (KMFRI), a State Corporation under the Ministry of
Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries was established by an Act of parliament
(The Science and Technology Act Cap. 250 of the Laws of Kenya of 1979) which
has since been repealed by The Science, Technology and Innovation Act No.28 of
2013.
The Institute has Research Centers and Stations located at Mombasa, Kisumu, Nairobi, Naivasha, Baringo, Kegati, Sangoro, Sagana and Turkana.
KMFRI is seeking to recruit self-motivated professionals who are team players to fill the following vacant positions within its approved establishment:
Research Officer (Fish
Pathologist) II
(RI.10)
One (1) Position
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conducting
basic exams and evaluations,
- Giving routine
vaccinations,
- Taking samples
of blood or other bodily fluids,
- Recommending
and distributing prescription medications,
- Observing and
evaluating behavior,
- Suturing
wounds,
- Performing
surgical procedures when necessary,
- Conducting
follow-up exams after treatment,
- Taking x-rays
or sonograms, and
- Supervising
veterinary technicians or other support staff.
Minimum Requirements for
Appointment
- Kenya
Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum grade of C+ or
equivalent;
- Master of
Science in Pathology or Master of Science in Fish Science from a
recognized university or equivalent qualification;
- Must be
Computer literate
Remuneration
Basic Salaries per cadre will
be as follows:-
- Job Group RI.10
– Minimum KShs.41,590.00 Maximum KShs.55,840.00 pm. plus other attractive
benefits.
These positions are permanent
and pensionable.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are
invited to submit their applications with a detailed resume and copies of
certificates and testimonials to the address shown below not later than 14th
June 2017.
The Director,
Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute,
P.O. Box 81651 – 80100,
Mombasa
The Director,
Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute,
P.O. Box 81651 – 80100,
Mombasa
Phone: 020-8021560,
020-8021561
Email: director@kmfri.co.ke
KMFRI is an Equal opportunity Employer.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
KMFRI is an Equal opportunity Employer.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.