Vacancy: CGHR 93/07/19
Project description
This program is collaboration between Kenya Medical Research
Institute and the Stanford University, California, USA whose main purpose is to
conduct a research study titled “Disentangling the human vector relationship to
disrupt dengue and chikungunya virus outbreaks in Kenya”. The section has a
vacancy for an Assistant Research Officer (ARO).
Position: Assistant Research Officer MR 9 (1 position).
Location: Kisian
Reporting to: Principal Investigator
Qualifications
·
Bachelor degree in
biomedical/biological science, microbiology or any science related course from
a recognized institution.
·
Excellent written and verbal
communication skills.
·
At least two years work experience in
polymerase chain reaction (PCR) in a research set-up
·
Experience in viral PCR work will be
an added advantage.
·
Strong hands-on experience in running
a biomedical research laboratory.
·
Strong supervisory and management
skills.
·
Strong data processing skills.
·
Ability to work independently, in an
organized and a timely manner and under minimum supervision.
Responsibilities
·
The primary role of the ARO will be
to test human blood samples for the presence of dengue and chikungunya viruses
using real-time PCR in a research laboratory.
·
Implement all laboratory Standard
Operating Procedures (SOPs).
·
Upload all laboratory data on online
databases.
·
Relay laboratory results promptly to
field teams.
·
Manage all laboratory equipment and
field supplies.
·
Participate in planning meetings and
scheduled conference calls with other members of the study team.
·
Coordinate and train students on
attachment and internship assigned to the laboratory.
·
Perform any other related duties that
may be assigned from time to time.
Terms of Employment
One (1) year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service
and a probation period for the first 3 months.
Remuneration
The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI scales.
How To Apply
Applications should include the following:
·
Letter of Application (Indicate
Vacancy Number).
·
Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae
with telephone number and e-mail address.
·
Three letters of reference with
contact telephone numbers.
·
Copies of Academic Certificates and
Transcripts.
Apply to Deputy Director, CGHR, P.O. Box 1578-40100 Kisumu not
later than August 13, 2019.
KEMRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER; WOMEN AND DISABLED
PERSONS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. KEMRI DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF
ITS RECRUITMENT PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING AND PROCESSING
OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY TO
RELEVANT AUTHORITY
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
