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Post Doctoral Research Scientist

Ref: AD/3/14/23
Overall Job Purpose
This is an early career postdoctoral research scientist position and the incumbent’s areas of research will entail Immunometabolism, metabolic dysfunction, immunology work which involves direct visualisation of the mucosal tissue barriers and host target or effector cells.
Key Responsibilities:

Designing and conducting experiments to study the interactions between metabolism and immunity.
Developing and implementing methods for high-throughput metabolic profiling.
Molecular biology techniques such as amplification, sequencing and analysing DNA or rRNA
Immunofluorescence staining and microscopy of the tissue sections and flow cytometry
Performance of ex vivo explant experiments using human tissues
Maintaining accurate and detailed laboratory records and notebooks.
Assisting with the training and supervision of junior researchers, students, and technicians.
Collaborating with other members of the research team on projects and publications.
Staying up to date with the latest advancements in the field and incorporating new techniques into the laboratory’s research program.
Any other responsibilities that may arise from time to time

Required Academic Qualifications

PhD degree in immunology, molecular biology or related fields
Proven track record in immunology, metabolomics and/or molecular biology laboratory research
At least three publications in peer-reviewed journals

Competencies

High level of English language competence appropriate for scientific journal article submissions
Self-directed, highly motivated, adaptable and capable of adhering to important milestones

Terms of appointmentThis a one year contract renewable by mutual consent. The salary is negotiable depending on the level of education and work experience.NOTESCLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, MARCH 24 2023

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October 29, 2024
Infection Prevention and Control Nurse – 3 Positions

Ref: – AD/2/12/22
Job description

Administer screening and enrollment questionnaire to patients in target wards/units
Conduct screening for C. auris colonization in target wards/units
Maintain a register of all samples collected and ensure results are received and updated on the appropriate patient records
Ensure data is collected accurately and resolve any discrepancies with the data team
Train and mentor clinical, auxiliary, housekeeping and environmental services (public health) staff in infection prevention and control of antifungal resistant pathogens
Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly reports

Job specifications

Applicant must have Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or its equivalent with a pass in English
They must have a Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse or a Degree in Bachelor of Science in Nursing or equivalent
Be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya and have a valid practice license
He or she must have at least two (2) years working experience post qualification
Experience in donor-funded projects or clinical research
Be a team player with excellent communication skills

Terms of appointment
The positions are distributed in the three (3) project sites. This a position whose tenure is one (1) year contract renewable based on performance and by mutual consent.

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October 29, 2024
Open MRS/React JS Developer Senior Project Administrator In-Country Partner Coordinator Business Analyst

Ref: AD/2/8/23
The Position
Reporting to the Principal Investigator, or his delegated authority appointee, the OpenMRS/ReactJS Developer shall be responsible for ensuring the alignment of web design and user experience requirements, optimizing web pages for maximum efficiency and maintaining consistency across all pages. He/she will be required to work other team members including Backend Developers, UX Designers, and Business analysts to ensure project requirements are met consistently. The developer shall also ensure that the different software developed conforms to country software development standards by conducting rigorous diagnosis, tests, code debugging, and technical documentation through reference manuals. The developer must be able to demonstrate their skills and show proof of their OpenMRS work.
Responsibilities

Work with Senior OpenMRS Developer and other developers to design software solutions by studying information needs; systems flow, data usage, and work processes while adhering to the software development lifecycle
Work to ensure that the structure and design of web pages, ensuring user experience determines design choices
Develop features to enhance the user experience, with the right balance between functional and aesthetic design.
Optimize web pages for maximum speed and scalability
Develop workflows from data collection forms, clinical dashboards with decision support summaries, monitoring and clinical reports
Support the piloting, rollout and maintenance of HIS systems in public health facilities.
Work with HIS business analysts and developers to investigate, analyse and make recommendations to management regarding technology improvements, upgrades and modifications
Work with HIS business analysts to analyse user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
Work with Senior OpenMRS developer to prepare reference materials for end and technical users by writing operating instructions, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code
Undertake such other tasks within the scope of the role as directed by leadership from time to time.

Required Academic Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in either; Computer Science, Software Engineering, Informatics, or Information Computer Technology

Experience

A minimum of one (1) year of experience using Java, Spring, Hibernate, ReactJs, TypeScript as a software developer
Experience with deployment of OpenMRS and development of OpenMRS Modules
Ability to speak to high level leadership who may need technical descriptions and developments translated to ease understanding and acceptance
Advanced experience in developing data-driven applications utilizing significant relational database engines as part of the overall application architecture (experience with any or all of the following highly desirable: PostgreSQL, MySQL)
Experience in managing online platforms holding large numbers of users will be added advantage

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Working experience using Java, Spring, Hibernate, HTML, CSS, JavaScript and ReactJS, Git, Restful web services, Agile methodology, Maven,
Advanced knowledge and demonstrable skill with popular open source programming languages (must include JavaScript)
Proficiency developing and troubleshooting complex software systems that run in mixed-environments including Linux, Unix and/or Windows on desktop, server, tablet, and mobile systems
Experience with both back-end and front-end development will be an added advantag

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October 29, 2024
HIV/TB Program Officer Field Lab Technologists Finance and Administration Manager (FAM)

Ref: AD/2/6/23
Job description
The holder of this position will provide overall leadership and technical support to sub-county based technical team and oversee design, planning and implementation of all aspects of supported HIV/TB activities in the county, sub-county and facility level in compliance with national and donor guidelines and policies.
Job specifications

The applicant should have a degree in Clinical Medicine or Nursing with at least four (4) years’ experience or Diploma in Clinical Medicine or Nursing with at least seven (7) years’ experience working in a similar field.
Advanced HIV/TB Care and Treatment trainings will be a distinct advantage.
Hands on clinical experience in HIV service delivery and technical coordination.
Proven experience and familiarity with MOH/GOK health systems.

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Use the emails(s) below to apply NOTESCLOSING DATE: FRIDAY FEBRUARY 22, 2023

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October 29, 2024
Laboratory Technologist – Molecular Medicine and Infectious Diseases Support Program – 2 Positions Post-Doctoral Fellow

The Project
The University of Nairobi’s Molecular Medicine and Infectious Diseases Support Program provides advanced molecular diagnostics as part of the National HIV Reference Network. The Program wishes to fill two (2) posts of Laboratory Technologist in order to meet increasing demand for HIV Viral Load, Early Infant Diagnosis and Genotyping for drug resistance testing.
Minimum requirements:
For appointment to the position, a candidate must have:

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or Bachelor’s degree in Medical Microbiology.
Three (3) years hands on experience in a busy molecular laboratory (advanced knowledge of DNA and RNA PCR; and genetic analysis protocols).

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Use the emails(s) below to apply NOTESCLOSING DATE: FRIDAY FEBRUARY 17, 2023

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October 29, 2024
Study Nurse Study Coordinator

REF: AD/1/2/23
Job Description
The Study Nurse for both IRONMAN and ACGR clinical studiesis a specialized research professional working with both the Principal Investigator (PI) and Study Coordinator to ensure the critical role of patient recruitment, consenting and dispensation of the study questionnaire is performed. He/she will also be required to maintain both electronic and manual records of patient data, make follow up visits for scheduled patient outcome review visits and actively participate in the enrollment of patients through visiting various cancer clinics within Nairobi County.
Job Specific Responsibilities

Educate study participants about the study and study requirements.
Obtain informed consent from study participants or patients enrolled in the study
Obtain accurate baseline demographic and locator information from study participants.
Perform protocol specific activities.
Assist in the development of clinic SOPs and other related documents
Take samples/phlebotomy and deliver to the laboratory in a timely manner
Perform adherence counseling for patients with prostate cancer
Actively enroll study patients through visiting cancer clinics in Nairobi County
File accurately all forms, consent forms, study questionnaires and any other electronic records/documents used for collecting data for the study.
Follow up on patients to attend scheduled review clinics
Perform any other duties as assigned by the PI

Job Qualifications

He/she must be a holder of a Diploma in Kenya Community Registered Nurse
He/she must have at least five (5) years working experience in a hospital set up
He/she must have experience in cancer research and clinical trials studies
Working experience in community studies is an added advantage
At least working knowledge of RedCap and any other METADATA capture programs is an added advantage
He/she must have experience on safe phlebotomy and transport of blood samples for lab analysis

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recruit-scoordinator@uonbi.ac.ke

October 29, 2024
Senior Assistant Registrar (Industrial Relations) Senior Assistant Registrar (Examinations Processing & Graduation) Senior Assistant Registrar (Students Services) Senior Assistant Registrar (Students Progression)

Ref: AD/12/167/22
The position
The position is domiciled in Administration Department. The University reserves the right to deploy anywhere within its establishment.
Job specifications

Masters degree in Industrial Relations, Administration, Management, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Communication, Political Science, Conflict Resolution, Management or any other related, relevant discipline.
CPS (K) or relevant professional qualification
9 years administrative experience, 3 of which must be at the level of Assistant Registrar Grade 12
Member of a recognized, relevant professional body
Administrative skills including organization, responsibility, teamwork, communication, time management, multi-tasking and customer care.
Computer literacy

Job description

Prepare briefs to Management on labour related developments, legislations, practices and administrative requests and inquiries as per laid down Policies and Procedures;
Provide secretariat services to University labour related engagements with unions and other stakeholders
Keep abreast with changes in policies and procedures internally and externally and advise staff on labour related matters;
Draft correspondence to staff HR inquiries/requests with regard to their entitlement as per employment contracts, terms of service and government regulations;
Handle issues of labour and court related matters with external stakeholders;
Coordinate collective bargaining and grievance procedures;
Collate reports for internal and external use;
Provide secretarial services to Central Corruption Prevention Committee (CCPC) and Integrity Assurance Officers (IAOs) meetings and
Any other related duties as may be assigned from time to time.

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October 29, 2024
Senior Assistant Registrar (Faculty Office) Senior Assistant Registrar (University Health Services) Senior Assistant Registrar (Research Services)

Ref: AD/12/170/22
The position
The position is domiciled in Administration Department. The successful candidate will be deployed to the Office of Faculty Dean. The University reserves the right to deploy anywhere
within its establishment.
Job specifications (applicants must have)

Masters degree in Administration, Management, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Communication, Educational Administration, Project Planning, Education or any other related, relevant discipline.
CPS (K) or relevant professional qualification
9 years administrative experience, 3 of which must be at the level of Assistant Registrar Grade 12
Member of a recognized, relevant professional body
Administrative skills including organization, responsibility, teamwork, communication, time management, multi-tasking and customer care.
Computer literacy

Job description

Principal assistant to the Faculty Dean in all administrative matters in the Faculty
Secretary to the Faculty Management Committee
Secretary to the Faculty Academic Committee
Coordination and ensuring efficient management of human, financial and physical resources of the Faculty;
Administration of terms of service for staff, polices, regulations and guidelines;
Implementation of management decisions;
Facilitating management of academic programmes, performance contracts, performance appraisal and other University programmes and activities;
Administration and updating all applicable Management Information Systems (MIS)
Ensuring compliance with the legislations, policies, guidelines, circulars;
Preform any other duties as assigned from time to time

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October 29, 2024
Senior Assistant Director (Personnel) Senior Assistant Director (Planning & Performance Management) Senior Assistant Director (Recruitment) Senior Assistant Director (Training) Senior Assistant Director (Programs)

Ref: AD/12/171/22
The position
The position is domiciled in Administration Department. The successful candidate will be deployed to Human Resource Department. The University reserves the right to deploy anywhere
within its establishment.
Job specifications

Masters degree in Administration, Management, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Project Planning, Communication or any other related, relevant discipline.
CPS (K) or relevant professional qualification
9 years administrative experience, 3 of which must be at the level of Assistant Registrar Grade 12
Member of a recognized, relevant professional body
Administrative skills including organization, responsibility, teamwork, communication, time management, multi-tasking and customer care.
Computer literacy

Job description

Handling and processing all personnel matters including allowances requested by staff, retirement matters, staff uniforms, work environment, induction and deployment of staff.
Coordination of Human Resource Management Information System (Personnel Module)
Handling Performance Contract indicators for the Personnel Section
Implementation of Collective Bargaining Agreements and Terms of Service for all staff
Performing any other duties assigned from time to time

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October 29, 2024
Senior Assistant Registrar (Senate Secretariat) Senior Assistant Registrar (Graduate Student Affairs) Senior Assistant Registrar (Student Progression)

Ref: AD/12/164/22
The position
The position is domiciled in Administration Department. The successful candidate will be deployed to Academic Department. The University reserves the right to deploy anywhere within its establishment.
Job specifications (Applicants must have)

Masters degree in Administration, Educational Administration, Education, Communication, Management, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Business Administration or any other related, relevant discipline.
CPS (K) or relevant professional qualification
9 years administrative experience, 3 of which must be at the level of Assistant Registrar Grade 12
Member of a recognized, relevant professional body
Administrative skills including organization, responsibility, teamwork, communication, time management, multi-tasking and customer care.
Computer literacy

Job description

Coordinating meetings of Senate and Senate Committees.
Administration of Senate, and Senate Committee documents.
Prepare appropriate responses to enquiries on Senate matters.
Monitoring implementation of Senate recommendations
Collation, consolidation and preservation of records of Senate and Senate Committee activities
Preparing reports for Council & Council Committees.
Coordinating certification & e-repository of Senate Reports.
Coordination of Accreditation of Institutions.
Administration of Senate annual work plans.
Management and Administration of Personnel in Senate Secretariat section.
Any other related duties as may be assigned from time to time

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Use the emails(s) below to apply CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY DECEMBER 16, 2022

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October 29, 2024