KEMRI Laboratory Analyst - Kisumu Jobs in Kenya

KEMRI Laboratory Analyst - Kisumu Jobs in Kenya

Project Description:

This project is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), other collaborators and donors whose remit is to conduct research in Malaria, HIV, Tuberculosis and other diseases. The project has a vacancy in the CHAMPS Study, under the Family Health Research Unit.

Position: Laboratory Analyst J/G KMR6 1 position

Location: Kisumu/Siaya

Reporting to: PI

Job Summary:

The Laboratory Analyst position requires the staff to coordinate biological specimen collection and preservation including placental tissues obtained during home deliveries, biological sample chain of custody management and quality control related procedures.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences (Biology, Molecular Biology and Microbiology) from a recognized institution

• Good command of written and spoken English, Kiswahili and Dholuo

• Minimum of 1-year experience in biomedical research

• Proficiency in the use of computers and use electronic case report form (eCRF) for data collection

Responsibilities and tasks

• Prepare Laboratory reagent e.g. buffers for placenta preservation

• Receive/collect and record specimens according to applicable protocols and standard operating
procedures (SOPs)

• Perform placental tissue grossing

• Process placenta tissues for Haematoxylin and Eosin (H & E) staining

• Coordinate laboratory related supplies and stock monitoring in the study health facilities

• Train community interviewers and community health volunteers on biosafety and biosecurity
guidelines

• Develop field/laboratory SOPs

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; KEMRI Laboratory Analyst - Kisumu Jobs in Kenya

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