Duties
Conducts, manages, and guides multi-disciplinary scientific research activities that support medical disease research; disease surveillance; and regulated clinical trials for vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostic platforms. Advises on and attracts intra-governmental and extramural funds to support research activities that require writing competitive grants and partnering with corporate and non-profit entities.
Oversees and advises on research laboratory operations for projects sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense / Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) / USAMRD-A. Serves as a liaison for U.S. government personnel and host nation partners, contractors, and government representatives.
EXPERIENCE:
At least 5 years of programmatic leadership in a medical research-oriented laboratory with cutting edge activities in molecular biology, immunology, parasitology, or similarly related field is required.
Work will be compliant with all Kenyan laws related to research, Department of Defense Medical Research Regulations, and standard operating procedures or policies prescribed by the agency.
JOB KNOWLEDGE:
Must have served as a primary investigator on at least 5 major projects related to previously mentioned disciplines.
Must be able to demonstrate proven ability to attract funding from government, non-profit, and corporate medical research and development entities. Needs to show experience in guiding graduate students and postdoctoral trainees.
Closing:02, March 2023
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