Research Scientist - Kisumu at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.

 

Research Scientist - Kisumu

  • Job TypeContract
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience1 year
  • LocationKisumu
  • Job FieldResearch  , Science 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Searching for literature in electronic databases and other sources.
  • Extracting data or information from selected primary studies using recommended tools.
  • Resolving data discrepancies identified during data extraction and cleaning up of data sets.
  • Quality assessment of included studies.
  • Conducting preliminary meta-analyses under the guidance of the PI.
  • Participate in the preparation and review of manuscript(s) for peer-review submission.
  • Any other duties assigned by the Principal investigator.

Vacancy Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines :- Biomedical Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health or any other human health science from a recognized Institution;
  • Have at least one year of experience in public health research;
  • Have experience with evidence synthesis, data collection /or meta-analysis;
  • Proficiency in computer application.
  • Planning skills
  • Communication and reporting skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Team player

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI on erecruitment.kemri.go.ke to apply

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