Job Field: Sector in Science

Scientist – Edible Insect Farming for Livestock Feed Production and Use

This position will deliver innovative research that addresses a wide range of unique and critical issues associated with insect welfare, diversification of insect choices, safe processing into suitable ingredients for animal feed, and environmental health in the context of ONE HEALTH. Within the scope of the above and overall objectives of the INSEFF program, icipe is seeking applications from highly motivated candidates for the position of Scientist – Edible Insect farming for livestock feed production and use. The ideal candidate will support research activities in the Insects for Food, Feed and Other Uses programme within the icipe’s Environmental Health Theme.
The overall purpose of the job is to:

Spearhead the research on organic waste mapping and nutrient characterization, and their use to suit the current production requirements under smallholder farming and commercial production.
Manage on-farm and on-station experiments that compare the performance of different insect meal inclusion levels of full-fatted and defatted black soldier fly larvae meal in livestock and fish production in different countries.
Manage farmer-participatory insect-based feeding trials that aim to tackle bottlenecks facing smallholder farmers through participatory technology development and transfer.
Establish the ecological significance of black soldier fly and other saprophytic insects and assess their potential as high value products to contribute significantly to organic recycling and feed insecurity.
Establish a cross-thematic research programme on effective harnessing of insect-based feed technological services for improved livestock and fish farming, with focus on a broad range of insect-based feed recipe formulations and their applications.

Specific Duties
The successful candidate is expected to:

Coordinate activities related to production and utilisation of black soldier fly larvae in animal feed formulation.
Conduct in-depth research on the impact of defatted black soldier fly larvae meal on livestock and fish production under different farming systems in target countries.
Conduct novel research on the development of new products (oils from black soldier fly larvae and other insects and chitosan from pupal exuviae) when raised on diverse waste streams, enhance animal immunity using feed fortification technologies and explore the possibility of using antimicrobial peptides for disease control.
Expand the knowledge on other soldier fly species co-existing with H. illucens, with focus on improving their production technologies in East Africa.
Provide cutting-edge scientific research to develop, adapt, and optimise strategies to harness the nutritional profiling and bioactive properties in livestock and fish production.
Contribute to various INSEFF project management, linkage with partners (universities and national research organisations), and preparation of semi-annual and annual technical reports.
Be responsible for data collection, management and analysis related to insect-based feed production and usage as well as support other research activities related to insect frass fertilizer.
Undertake supervision of research assistants, technicians, field assistants, interns, MSc and PhD students.
Publish research outputs in high-impact peer-reviewed journals in areas related to INSEFF activities
Raise funds through research grant writing for continuation of INSEFF or implementation of similar projects.

Requirements/Qualifications

PhD in Entomology with at least 3 years’ postgraduate experience in organic waste bioconversion using insect into nutrient-rich biomass for feed formulation and production.
Good number of publications on rearing, processing, and preparation of insect-based diets for feeding regimes on livestock production in peer-reviewed journals.
Should be at most 38 years at the time of application for this position
Skills in biostatistics, especially for robust analyses on experimental feeding regimes set up and database development, are essential.
Additional skills in bioecological landscape assessments of BSF production and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) would be an advantage.
Must have an excellent publication track record.
Additional knowledge on soil and gut microbiome would be an advantage

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October 29, 2024
Post-Doctoral Fellow or Associate Scientist, Quantitative Genetics

The position will report to a Quantitative Genetics Specialist within the Breeding Resources Initiative (BRI) quantitative genetics and breeding optimization team and will work with the CIMMYT-Maize breeding program, and the CIAT-Beans breeding programs in Eastern & Southern Africa (ESA).
The successful candidate will lead the development of on-farm sparse testing experimental designs and the development of rapid cycle genomic selection pipelines for hybrid and line crops using stochastic simulation, analysis of field trials, and the assessment of the on-farm selection through the comparison of genotypic performance on the research stations and under farmers’ management.
The position will be either at CIMMYT headquarters in Texcoco, Mexico or at CIMMYT’s offices in Nairobi, Kenya.
Specific duties:

Develop rapid cycle genomic selection breeding strategies for the CIMMYT-Maize hybrid breeding program and the CIAT-Bean line breeding program using AlphaSimR.
Evaluate different strategies to maximize genetic gain in collaboration with breeders.
Develop and assess genomics-assisted on-farm sparse testing experimental designs with 3-5 unreplicated genotypes tested across a broad sample of smallholder farms in sub-Saharan Africa.
Analyze data from on-farm testing and testing o research stations to identify parents for population improvement and candidates for product development.
Implement a desired gains selection index that combines multi-trait information coming from on-farm trials, on-station trials, or both.
Development and refinement of on-farm trial data analysis pipelines to provide real-time decision support to the breeding programs.

Assess the value of on-farm by estimation of genetic correlations between, and heritability of, on-station and on-farm performance to predict direct and correlated genetic gains using data collected from on-farm and on-station experiments.
Work collaboratively with the breeding teams and multi-disciplinary scientists involved in this project. Communicate basic theory, strategies, and results on a regular basis.
Interact and report to the quantitative genetics team to plan breeding program and experimental design simulations, data analysis, calculation of selection indices for co-selection of traits measured on the farm and/or on the station.
Lead and contribute to publications derived from this project.

Required qualifications, skills and attitudes:

PhD in plant breeding, quantitative genetics, biometrics, or related fields with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. Experience in private industry is a plus but not required.
Excellent understanding and strong interest in applying modern quantitative genetics and biometrics tools in plant breeding (genomic-assisted breeding tools, linear mixed models, etc.)
Expertise in statistical modeling and data analysis using R.
Desire and ability to work collaboratively and respectfully in a diverse, multicultural, and multidisciplinary work environment.
Good reporting and communication skills in English (working language) and the ability to present complex concepts and results with a non-specialist audience.
Demonstrated capacity to publish research findings in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
A substantial amount of national and international travel for this position is required.
The selected candidate must exhibit the following competencies: Critical thinking, Problem-solving and decision-making, Client orientation, Negotiation and conflict resolution, Communication, and Teamwork.

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October 29, 2024
QAQC-Microbiologist Process Technologist Trade

Key Purpose Statement
The role is responsible for all microbiological sampling and testing as per KORE and regulatory standards. It is also responsible for plant GMP monitoring, Plant CIP, and sanitation review
Key Duties & Responsibilities

Drive adherence to GMP & Safety practices
External Sampling & Results follow up.
Develop validation protocols for cleaning chemicals and or equipment
Ensure micro testing compliance to all KORE and EAS standards

Skills, Experience & Education
Experience

Minimum 3 years in similar role or a QA or QC role
Minimum 2 years in an FMCG, bottling or food processing plant
Proven ability to foresee and take action against potential risks to the business or system as a whole

Education

Degree or Diploma in Food Science & Technology, Microbiology, analytical Chemistry or any other relevant Industrial science course
Computer Literate

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October 29, 2024
Process / Laboratory Chemist Quality Assurance Manager Procurement Associate

Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to;

Plating materials Forecast, plan, implement and control plating schedule for job and review and adjust where necessary.
Carry out plating processes
Ensure availability of process water through timely operation of reverse osmosis water treatment water.
Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas.
Make decisions about equipment use, maintenance, modification and organizing the repair and routine maintenance of plating equipment.
Work with other departmental heads to implement the company’s policies and goals.
Monitor quality standards of the products
Implement standard operating procedures for plating operations and chemical analysis of plating solutions and ensure they are adhered to.

Chemical analysis through volumetric analysis
Density, PH and conductivity tests
Hull cell test
Calibration of laboratory equipment

Timely prepare and maintain plating reports
Preparation and maintenance of laboratory documentation.
Day to day plating cost tracking

More Details on Experience

BSc degree in Chemistry/Science/Engineering
Minimum 3 years’ experience in electrolysis process
Analytics and Communication skills

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October 29, 2024
Quality Assurance Manager

The Program
ILRI is in the process of developing a Contract Research Organization (CRO) arm to provide services to internal and external research projects utilizing its animal research facilities. To ensure the delivery of efficient and high-quality research in line with compliance (VICH GCP) and timelines, ILRI is looking for an experienced person in charge of quality assurance and compliance of all CRO activities.
Key Responsibilities:

Ensure compliance to relevant guidelines, Controlled Documents, and study plans/protocols by performing:

Study specific audits on the critical phases identified for a study
Audits on study plans/protocols and final study reports, including amendments
System/facility and process audits as per audit plan.
Directed audits as requested and delegated by Head of Quality Assurance

Perform Subcontractor and Outsourced Company evaluations and audits as requested and delegated
Prepare and issue audit reports and document findings, observations, and critical findings
Perform reviews of Controlled Documents.
Develop, recommend, and monitor corrective and preventive actions and communicate to relevant management
Manage Controlled Document deviations and Change Control Plans
Manage the Master Schedules
Support Sponsor audits and Regulatory inspections performed at ILRI
Support in the training of personnel in GLP and GCP principles and of Quality Assurance SOPs
Maintain internal training compliance
Manage the department’s compliance to accreditation, legal and regulatory requirements
Manage reporting employees with the intent to promote a culture that reflects the organization’s values, encourages good performance and rewards productivity
Observe the correct reporting, remedial and corrective actions to be followed by following set instructions and procedures to report and correct any non-conformance issues.
Execute other tasks and activities as delegated by the supervisor
Work in close collaboration with ILRI’s EOHS (Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety) department

Requirements

MSc. or equivalent qualification in biological or natural sciences; and
Sound knowledge of GLP and GCP quality systems
At least 5 years’ relevant experience
Expertise in animal health, animal welfare, biosecurity, bio-safety issues, and the 3Rs (Refine, Replace and Reduce) concept associated with animal health research.

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October 29, 2024
Senior Scientist, Push–Pull Programme Communications Officer Software Engineer Cloud Solutions Architect Data Geospatial Data Clerk 1 Geospatial Data Clerk 2

Overall Purpose of the Job
The overall purpose of the job is to lead the Push–Pull Programme teams under the Plant Health Theme. Reporting to the Head of Plant Health Theme, the incumbent is part of a multidisciplinary team providing leadership, research and development strategy to the Centre in collaboration with icipe’s other scientists. It is expected that the job holder will maintain a portfolio of research aligned with icipe’s vision and strategy.
Specific Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to:

Lead and spearhead the development of a coherent vision and strategic framework for the
Push–Pull Programme in line with icipe’s strategy and goals, and international best practices.
Organise a Push–Pull Programme structure to cost-effectively utilise resources to meet icipe’s
research, capacity and institutional building needs.
Provide cutting-edge scientific leadership to scientists and technical staff to further develop, adapt, optimise and scale up Push–Pull technology to a broad range of agro-ecosystems and farming systems.
Guide scientists and technical staff within the Programme to ensure timely preparation of annual work-plans, budgets, and scientific and technical reports for donors.
Ensure that the Push–Pull Programme members continually update skills and methodologies to
keep up with global cutting-edge knowledge that is relevant to the Plant Health Theme’s research.
Provide leadership and guidance to scientists in the publication of research outputs in highimpact peer-reviewed journals, as well as provide stewardship of intellectual property developed under the programme.
Promote and establish collaborative linkages within icipe and with national, regional and
international institutions in the Programme’s relevant fields of research under the Plant Health Theme.
Actively seek and secure external support for the activities of the Push–Pull Programme, including resources to develop and grow the research portfolio.
Manage and develop the staff of the Push–Pull Programme to create and foster a culture of scientific excellence and to ensure that the Programme has the human resources required now and into the future.
Prudently manage financial, physical and intellectual resources under the Push–Pull Programme.
Facilitate peer-review of the performance of Push–Pull Programme staff.
Initiate periodic reviews of the performance of the Push–Pull Programme to ensure relevance and quality.
Act as a spokesperson and representative of the Programme.
Ensure that the Programme meets its legal and reporting responsibilities to all stakeholders, includingpartners and donors.

Requirements/Qualifications

PhD degree in entomology or related agricultural sciences, but preferably with expertise in habitat management, chemical ecology, agronomy or biological control from a reputable university, and postdoctoral training from a highly reputed laboratory.
Ten (10) years’ experience progressively gained in either a research organisation or a university.
Excellent publication track record with at least 50 publications.

Core Competencies

Track record of writing successful proposals for large grants.
Proven record of managing large resources, both financial and human, in an international research environment.
Proven experience of working with farmers, preferably in Africa, and transdisciplinary research and development collaboration in social science research, agricultural economics or related disciplines.
Experience in capacity building through supervision and mentorship of MSc and PhD students,
and postdoctoral fellows.
Excellent communication skills are mandatory.
Track record of exemplary leadership qualities is essential.
High degree of organisation, adaptability and prioritisation.

Closing date: 6 June 2022

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October 29, 2024
Nutrition Resilience Advisor Program and Research Assistant Contract Director

Essential Job Functions
VISION AND STRATEGY

Support the Technical Director in providing vision and strategy to the program approach and clarity across the program team on how Nutrition Resilience pervades overall technical direction, as well as each and every program intervention.
Collaborate with different program components including research, implementation, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) and learning to drive overall effectiveness and coherence of program strategy and contribution to nutrition outcomes and objectives
Forge strong, institutional linkages and maintain a productive working relationship with counterparts at USAID, Government of Kenya, the CRS consortium, PREG Partners, and other relevant partners.
Work closely with the Systems Strengthening and Institutionalization team to cultivate county leaders’ commitments to policies and programs that support Nutrition Resilience and promote changes in social and structural conditions that contribute to persistent acute malnutrition.
Assist in defining and analyzing Nawiri practices and priorities across all partners; identifying opportunities for integration and synergies within other sectors such as health, water systems, markets and governance.

TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP AND PROGRAM SUPPORT

In close collaboration with all Nawiri stakeholders, support in the design, development, execution and iteration of a risk-informed project strategy for improving nutrition resilience that is evidence-based, tailored to local realities, and responsive to risk and opportunities.
Provide technical leadership on Nutrition Resilience for Nawiri consortium members and county partners, including frequent travel to Samburu and Turkana to provide on-site capacity building and technical assistance.
Provide onboarding and training to all Nawiri team members on nutrition resilience and related topics and transfer capacity of nutrition frameworks and approaches within the consortium and across the larger community of practice.
Work with the M&E team to support design and roll out of context monitoring and nutrition surveillance systems, including the Longitudinal Study, Action Context Monitoring (ACMS), and recurrent monitoring systems.
Work alongside the System Strengthening and Institutionalization team to guide and strengthen county information systems related to nutrition analysis.
Support in the development and delivery of innovative tools and approaches for changing attitudes and practices for health and nutrition outcomes, at multiple levels and scales (e.g. individual, HH, community, public and private sector institutions, etc.)
Support in the design of community-level interventions that target caretakers of children, household and community decision makers, farmers, and community members at large to increase demand for nutritious, diverse, and safe diets.
Assist in the development of all program reports, work plans and budgets as appropriate.

PROGRAM QUALITY, LEARNING & ADAPTATION

Provide strategic, technical guidance and direction to the program, ensuring alignment with latest technical information, evidence and approaches across the nutrition field;
Support the Technical Director in ensuring that all aspects of the program are evidence-based and coordinated, and in line with the Nawiri goal and principles.
Work closely with the Strategic Learning Lead to drive the learning agenda within Nawiri and other partners in Turkana and Samburu, and the wider community of practice
Support in the ongoing development of research and learning agenda and activities; provide support across all research and learning activities, including by identifying and actioning strategic opportunities for rapidly testing and adapting innovative approaches for addressing social and structural determinants of persistent acute malnutrition
Work with the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Manager to measure and document progress and impact of project activities.

KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATION

Work with other team leads to coordinate reporting to the donor
Represent Mercy Corps and Nawiri at strategic meetings, events, coordination fora and conferences.
Working closely with other Technical Leads, support the development of case studies and other products to communicate key program learnings.
Any other task, as identified in consultation with supervisor

Knowledge and Experience

A Master’s degree in Nutrition or related subject, or a Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of additional relevant experience.
At least 7-10 years of demonstrated experience in designing and implementing diverse nutrition-specific and nutrition-sensitive interventions.
In depth knowledge and understanding of barriers to improved nutrition in northern Kenya
Experience collaborating with county officials and leaders, building community capacity and leading community mobilization.
Experience building capacity of civil society and/or government entities
Demonstrated success in building and managing relationships with various donors and implementing partners.
Ability to deliver quality work within deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members
Systems thinker with strong analytical skills; flexible and creative in planning and problem solving
Ability and willingness to travel to Samburu and Turkana at least 40% of the time.
Professional fluency in English; Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrates patience, diplomacy, tenacity, compassion, determination and a sense of humor
Excellent written and persuasive oral communication skills in English required.

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October 29, 2024
Senior Local Trial Manager Local Trial Manager

Position Summary
The Local Trial Manager II (LTM II) is responsible for local management of a clinical trial (or Medical Affairs data generation activity) in a country or countries. The LTM II is the primary point of contact at a country level for assigned studies and has operational oversight of assigned protocol(s) from start-up through to database lock and closeout activities as described in GCO procedural documents. The LTM II is responsible for coordinating and leading the local trial team to deliver quality data and trial documents/records that are compliant with the assigned clinical trial protocol, company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and regulatory requirements.
The LTM II actively contributes to process improvement; training and mentoring of Clinical Trial Assistants (CTA), Site Managers (SM) and LTM I roles. The LTM II may have some site management responsibilities.
The LTM II may also perform the role of Clinical Trial Manager (CTM)/Global Trial Lead (GTL) for single country as described in GCO procedural documents.
The Responsibilities & The Impact YOU Will Have
The main duties and responsibilities of the position are:

Collaborate with Functional Manager (FM)/Clinical Research Manager (CRM) for country protocol
feasibility (if applicable) and site feasibility assessment in conjunction with CTA (if applicable), SM and CTM/GTL. Implements any local criteria for site selection. Ensure consistent conduct of pre-trial assessment visits and instruct teams on appropriate follow-up of pre-trial visit report and country feasibility report. Recommends suitable sites for selection to participate in trial.
Collaborates with the Global Product Lead (GPL), CTM/GTL, local management/Country Head and other study team member to select final site list.
Contributes input to the study management documents at a country level or initiates development of these documents for a single country trial, as per SOPs
Leads and coordinates local trial team activities in compliance with SOPs, other procedural documents and applicable regulations. Leads local project planning activities to meet recruitment targets and to deliver high quality data on time and within study budget. Including but not limited to: development of local trial specific procedures and tools, recruitment planning, contingency and risk management, and budget forecasting.
Ensures that all Adverse Events (AE) /Serious Adverse Events (SAEs)/Product Quality Complaints (PQCs) are reported within the required reporting timelines and documented as appropriate.
Maintains and updates trial management systems. Uses study tools and management reports available to analyse trial progress
Monitors country progress and initiates corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) when the trial deviates from plans and communicates study progress and issues to study management teams.
May submit requests for vendor services and may support vendor selection.
In certain situations, may assist in negotiation of trial site contracts and budgets. Forecasts and manages country/local trial budget to ensure accurate finance reporting and trial delivered -within budget. Adheres to finance reporting deliverables and timelines.
Attends/participates in Investigator Meetings as needed. May schedule and conduct a local/country investigator meeting
Conducts local trial team meetings and provides or facilitates SM training when needed (i.e. Implementation of study amendment-and changes in study related processes).
Reviews and approves Monitoring Visit Reports submitted by SM; identifies issues and/or trends across a trial project and escalates deviation issues to the CTM/GTL and FM as needed
Reviews and approves site and local vendor invoices as required. Manages local study supply, as required.
Prepares country specific informed consent in accordance with procedural document/templates. Reviews and manages site specific informed consent forms in accordance with SOPs, other procedural documents and applicable regulations.
Organizes and ensures IEC/HA approvals, if applicable, and ensure that the trial is in compliance with local regulatory requirements
Works with SM to ensure CAPA is implemented for audits and inspection or any quality related visits
Complies with relevant training requirements.
Acts as subject matter expert for assigned protocols. Develops strong therapeutic knowledge to support roles and responsibilities. May represent GCO on cross functional teams.
Acts as primary local/country contact for a trial. Establishes and maintains excellent working relationships with external stakeholders, in particular investigators, study trial coordinators and other site staff; and internal stakeholders, including Medical Affairs and Marketing for Medical Affairs trials.
Actively contributes to process improvement, training and mentoring of CTAs, SM and other LTMs.
Conducts accompanied site visits with SM as delegated by FM.
May assumes additional responsibilities or special initiatives such as “Champion” or “Subject Matter Expert”.
May represents functional area in process initiatives as required

Principal Relationships

Primary Reporting Structure: Reports to a Functional Manager
Primary interfaces: Functional Manager/CRM, CTAs, SMs, CTM/GTLs, Study Responsible Physicians (SRP),
Quality & Compliance Managers/Specialists, Local Safety Officer
Other Internal Interfaces: R&D Country Head, Regional Therapeutic Area Experts (RTAEs), Contracts &
Grants, CTM/GTL, R&D study team (e.g., SRP), data management and Medical Affairs (when applicable)
External Interfaces: Trial Site Personnel, external vendor representatives, Ethics Committee and others as required

Qualifications
We’d love to hear from YOU, if you have:

A minimum of a BA or BS degree in Life Sciences, Nursing or related scientific field (or equivalent experience) is required.
Minimum two to four years of pharmaceutical and/or clinical trial experience is preferred (including site monitoring experience), however other relevant experiences and skills may be considered by the hiring manager when considering the candidate’s eligibility.
Specific therapeutic area experience may be required depending on the position. Should have solid understanding of the drug development process including GCP and local regulatory requirements.
Willingness to travel with occasional overnight stay away from home.
Solid leadership skills. Solid communication and computer skills required. Proficient in speaking and writing the country language and English language. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Some experience in mentoring/coaching and providing training to other LTMs, SMs and CTAs preferred. The ability to lead initiative/small teams.
Flexible mindset and ability to work in a fast-changing environment. Ability to work on multiple trials in parallel.

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October 29, 2024
Research Associate

Qualification
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING
Essential

PhD in either entomology or analytical chemistry

OR

MSc in entomology or analytical chemistry with 2 years’ experience in the 2 disciplines

EXPERIENCE
Essential

Practical experience working on handling entomology laboratory
Experience in analytical chemistry instrumentation including GCMS and LCMS
Ability to analyze and interpret data from GC-MS and LC-MS
interpret results from GC-MS and LC-MS
Ability to properly document work and write reports and publish in peer reviewed journals
Well skilled in use of MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word document
Provide expert interpretation of data and compare results to established specifications or anticipated trends

Desirable

Experience in rearing of insects .

Key responsibilities also include
KEY RESULT AREAS:

Take a leading, practical role in the strategic and routine operation of a 15-month KTP collaborative project to ‘develop novel female fruit fly protein bait’. Close interaction with project partners from both academia (MKU and UWS) and Farmtrack Consulting Ltd will be needed.
Take a leading, practical role in the analysis and formulation of the protein bait using locally available materials.
Work with Project Team to carry out field efficacy trials for the developed product.
Work with Project Team to develop protocols for analysis and formulation of the product as well as efficacy trials under field conditions.
Under the guidance of the Project Team, develop protocols for rearing of fruit fly in the laboratory for use in the project experiments.
Co-ordinate and manage data (including data quality, integrity and security) acquired by the project, staff and external partners.
Prepare reports covering aspects of the research project and present to relevant audiences as required and completion of KTP final report.
Contribute to the preparation of articles for publication to peer reviewed journals.

PLANNING AND ORGANISING:

Work closely with both Staff and Management in Farmtrack and the Academic Research Team within the Group.
Work on own initiative prioritizing workload to ensure achievement of research activities and project deadlines.
Coordinate workload with members of the Project Team within Farmtrack and MKU to avoid duplication of workload and conflict.
Undertake and/or co-ordinate data collection, data analysis, writing up of findings and dissemination of findings at appropriate conferences and industry events.
Use research resources/facilities as appropriate.

DECISION MAKING

Deal with problems which may affect the delivery of or the achievement of research objectives and deadlines.
Contribute to decisions affecting the work of the Team.
Decide, with members of the Project Team within Farmtrack, MKU and UWS the most appropriate way to overcome difficulties that may arise in order to achieve the project outcomes.
Analyze and interpret the results of research, and contribute to the generation of original ideas based on outcomes.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Work closely with and be supported by both the project leads in Farmtrack, MKU and UWS and any potential external partners.
Liaise with colleagues and support staff within Farmtrack and the School of Pure and Applied Sciences at MKU on research matters.
Actively participate as both practitioner within Farmtrack and research team members in MKU.
Attend and contribute to Project Team meetings and other relevant meetings.
Demonstrate awareness of ethical issues pertaining to the research process and consideration to others.

Requirements
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/UNDERSTANDING
Essential

Essential skills we require as a minimum:
A good understanding of insect biology and analytical chemistry
A good understanding of the issues relating to development of products
A good understanding of formulation and packaging and dispensing of products
Ability to undertake data analysis from complex datasets.
Ability to conduct literature and database searches using appropriate search strategy/terms, co-ordinate and manage data (including data quality, integrity and security) acquired by the project
Prepare reports covering aspects of the research project and present to relevant audiences as required and contribute to the preparation of articles for publication to peer reviewed journals
Excellent written communication skills; technical documents and documentation suitable for non-technical users and to present complex information in an accessible way to a range of audiences
Expert knowledge of laboratory apparatus and equipment and a variety of laboratory techniques
Take a leading, practical role in the development and formulation of the product
Demonstrate awareness of ethical issues pertaining to the research process and consideration to others

Desirable

Work on own initiative prioritizing workload to ensure achievement of research activities and project deadlines
Deal with problems and overcome difficulties which may affect the delivery of or the achievement of research objectives and deadlines

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a high-performance team
Motivated and enthusiastic
Hands-on approach to problem solving

Interested Candidates are required to apply through the Mount Kenya Online Recruitment Portal http://recruitment@mku.ac.ke on or before 23rd March, 2022.All applications MUST be through the MKU recruitment online portal.NOTE

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October 28, 2024
Molecular Scientist (Department of Pathology)

JOB SUMMARY
The successful candidate will conduct molecular benchwork, assist with bio-informatics analysis, maintain the study biorepository, aid in development of future research proposals to submit for funding, local project coordination and supervision for the PRECISE-SPTB study at AKUHN in collaboration with other sites.
RESPONSIBILITIES

Extract placental blood and cervico-vaginal swab DNA obtained from the PRECISE study.
Prepare libraries for epigenetic studies and metagenomic sequencing.
Assist in the analysis of 16s rRNA and next generation sequencing (metagenomic) data obtained from cervico-vaginal fluid.
Provide necessary input into the analysis of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance metabolome data from cervico-vaginal fluid from PRECISE-SPTB cases and controls as per study protocol.
Ensure the study complies with all scientific and ethical requirements.
Drafting manuscripts, journal articles and reports for publication and may serve as a reviewer/evaluator of professional and academic journals.
Present research finding at professional conference and meetings.
Monitor project budget and may supervise other staff /students on grant-related projects.
Study coordination at AKUHN.
Maintain study biorepository.
Supervision of staff assigned to the PRECISE-SPTB study at AKUHN.
Work collaboratively with the wider PRECISE-SPTB study team and report progress to the local and lead KCL PI as required.
Contribute to the design and development of future research proposals and contracts bids for submission to potential funders, completes for research fund regionally, nationally, and internationally.
Assist with projects and training of residents, students, and laboratory technicians in molecular methods.
Work closely with PI and molecular pathologists to validate/verify and run new tests and laboratory developed tests.
Any other responsibilities assigned by the PI.

REQUIREMENTS

PhD or equivalent terminal degree from a recognized institution in discipline/field of specialization.
Good track record in research output such as manuscript development and presentation at national and international conferences.
Significant and progressive research experience.
Hands on experience with both dry and wet lab.
For wet lab, must have hands on experience with molecular techniques including extraction of nuclei acid, preparation of libraries for sequencing, PCR.
For dry lab, must have working knowledge of bio-informatics analysis such as use of R and/or python. Experience with analysing metagenomic data would be an added advantage.

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October 28, 2024