ILRI Research Associate Jobs in Kenya

ILRI Research Associate Jobs in Kenya

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Technical Assistant to provide technical assistance in the daily running analyses in the Mazingira Soil and Manure Laboratory.

ILRI works to improve food and nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock. It is the only one of 15 CGIAR research centres dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world.

Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country offices and projects in East, South and Southeast Asia as well as Central, East, Southern and West Africa (www.ilri.org).

Key responsibilities

Soil & manure sample preparation (drying, grinding, sieving), storage, weighing, and analysis following Standard Operating Procedures

Collection of gas samples from manual chambers for soil and manure GHG flux measurements; preparation of GC vials (evacuation, labelling, cleaning)

Collection of soil and manure samples from manure trials in the lab and field (Kapiti).

Assisting the laboratory technician with analysis of soil pH, texture, and nutrient content

General Soil Lab cleanliness, cleaning and storage of glassware using prescribed methods

Safe disposal of spent chemicals and containers and organizing

with EOHS under guidance of the lab manager for safe collection

Summarize the analyzed data in a clear concise manner using prescribed spreadsheets and submit weekly to the soil lab technician in charge

Requirements

BSc. in Environmental Science, Ecology, Rangeland Management, Environmental Management, Agriculture, or similar

One year of experience in the relevant field
Technical training in greenhouse gas sampling and soil sampling

Experience with lab incubations and field experiments is an asset

Basics in biosafety and First Aid Training

Ability to communicate effectively, work independently and work productively in a multidisciplinary, multicultural team.

Post location: The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya


How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; ILRI Research Associate Jobs in Kenya

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