Job Description
JOB GROUP KMR 6
The job holder are responsible for conducting research and disseminating the research results
through publications, workshops, conferences and policy briefs; Research Scientist will be
deployed to Centre for Disease Control and Surveillance- Mandera
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre for graduate employees. An officer at this level
will work under guidance and supervision of a senior officer.
a) Job Specifications
i. Assist in the implementation of research projects and/or supervising designated aspects of
the work;
ii. Assist in carrying out fieldwork and laboratory experimental procedures;
iii. Assisting in organization of the internal scientific seminars;
iv. Carry out experimental and/or developmental work under the supervision of a Senior
Research Scientist or Assistant Principal Research Scientist;
v. Assist in the interpretation and validation of results;
vi. Guiding visiting scientific students /students on attachment
vii. Assisting in maintaining the scientific laboratory in good working condition; and
viii. In consultation with Senior Technologist, ensuring that all chemicals, reagents and
consumables are properly stored in the laboratory.
b) Job Specifications
i. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines :- Biomedical Sciences, Analytical
Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Public Health, any relevant Social Science, or equivalent
qualifications from a recognized Institution;
ii. Proficiency in computer application;
c) Key Skills and Competences
i. Planning skills
ii. Communication and reporting skills
iii. Interpersonal skills
iv. Team player
Terms of Employment: Employment is for three (3) years contract as per KEMRI Human Resource
Policy and Procedures Manual with a probation period for the first three (3) months.