KENYA MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE E-RECRUITMENT PORTAL
Key Responsibilities:
- i. Ensure proper storage of specimen material;
- ii. Ensure all specimens are labeled appropriately and logged in appropriately;
- iii. Ensure proper labelling, tracking and recording of all specimens in the laboratory;
- iv. Culture of feacal samples for isolation of bacteria;
- v. Biochemical characterization and identification of bacteria;
- vi. Molecular characterization of bacteria and perform Elisa assays;
- vii. Ensure that there are requisite supplies and procured in good time;
- viii. Accurately enter data to computerized database in a timely manner;
- ix. Perform regular checks of data entered on paper forms to those entered in the database;
- x. Respond to data queries, attend study briefs and share progress of work;
- xi. Present weekly and monthly reports of laboratory activities;
- xii. Perform any other duties assigned or delegated by the Project Coordinator
Vacancy Requirements:
| # | Description. | Requirement Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | i.Minimum of a Diploma in any biomedical Sciences; | Mandatory |
| 2 | ii.Good English and Swahili, both spoken and written; | Mandatory |
| 3 | iii.Must be able to write brief reports and keep records; | Mandatory |
| 4 | iv.Must be computer literate; | Mandatory |
| 5 | v.Must be a team player. | Mandatory |
| 6 | i.Team player | Skills & Competencies |
| 7 | ii.Excellent Communication and people skills | Skills & Competencies |
| 8 | iii.Highly organized | Skills & Competencies |
| 9 | iv.Ability to work under minimum supervision | Skills & Competencies |
Application Procedure:
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- Candidates must supply an email and telephone contact that will be used when offering interviews. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce ORIGINALS of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates, original transcripts and testimonials, detailed curriculum vitae and valid clearance certificate (certificate of good conduct) during the interviews.