KEMRI Assistant Research Officer Jobs in Kilifi, Kenya
KEMRI Assistant Research Officer Jobs in Kilifi, Kenya
Job Dimensions: The KEMRI-Wellcome Trust Collaborative Research Programme (KWTRP) researches diseases with the highest burden in developing countries for which it is recognised internationally within the fields of international public health, clinical tropical medicine, epidemiology and immunology.
The programme aims to maximise opportunities for learning and training in order to maintain a cadre of highly skilled and experienced staff from all disciplines.
The goal of this Rapid Impact COVID-19 Project is to provide an understanding of the evolution of the antibody response to SARS-CoV-2, and its role in pathogenesis and immunity. To do this – the ARO will optimise the assays to be used, and subsequently generate the kinetics data – which will be analysed with the help of the PI and colleagues.
The ARO will be primarily based at the KWTRP in Kilifi, Kenya, but will work collaboratively with the Aga Khan University, Nairobi, the Karolinska Institute and Mabtech AB, Stockholm, among other collaborators.
Key Responsibilities:
Research
To implement, optimize and troubleshoot various immunological assays including ELISAs, virus neutralisation, Fluorospots, and flow cytometry.
To generate kinetics data on the antibody response to SARS-CoV-2 using ELISAs, flow cytometry and neutralization assays.
To generate kinetics data on the cellular response to SARS-CoV-2 using Luminex, Fluorospot and flow cytometry-based technologies.
To manage and update sample shipments from other labs and usage at KWTRP.
To keep accurate laboratory records on the assay development and data generation
To perform preliminary analyses, produce and present the results
To contribute to the writing of scientific manuscripts
To present data at weekly group meetings and institutional seminars
Qualifications:
A BSc degree in immunology, or an equivalent degree programme with a substantial component in immunology training.
At least One-year relevant work experience.
Experience with peripheral blood mononuclear cell isolation and counting.
Practical working knowledge of ELISAs, ELISpots, neutralisation and flow cytometry assays.
Strong attention to detail and ability to keep accurate scientific records
Ability to work independently, organize and plan own workload and adapt to changing priorities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Desirable Qualifications & Competencies (Giving Added Advantage):
Basic knowledge of R and other critical IT packages.
Experience in recombinant protein expression.
Physical Environment / Conditions:
Based at the KEMRI / Wellcome Trust Research Programme in Kilifi, Kenya but be flexible to travel to other partner or collaborating institutions
Be available to work out of hours if necessary
Exposure to materials considered infectious and/or biohazards.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; KEMRI Assistant Research Officer Jobs in Kilifi, Kenya
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