VectorLink Project Assistant / Entomology Lab Technician Jobs in Kenya

Abt Associates is a mission-driven, global leader in research and program implementation in the fields of health, social and environmental policy, and international development.


Known for its rigorous approach to solving complex challenges, Abt Associates is regularly ranked as one of the top 20 global research firms and one of the top 40 international development innovators. The company has multiple offices in the U.S. and program offices in more than 40 countries.

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Vector Control Task Order 1. Task Order 1 will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria.

Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world. Under this contract,

Abt will expand entomological monitoring to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and capacity building in 22 African countries where malaria is endemic. Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

  • Receive samples from the field and verify their condition and number.
  • Perform ELISA tests for detection of sporozoite in mosquitoes.
  • Perform DNA extraction in mosquitoes for species identification of PCR to differentiate different species of mosquitoes and real-time PCR for detection of kdr alleles in mosquitoes for insecticide resistance monitoring.
  • Maintain safe working standards in all laboratory procedures and ensure proper storage of biological samples.
  • Keep inventory of
    all lab equipment and consumables and make requests for additional supplies through the PMI VectorLink Kenya Technical Manager.
  • Generate regular lab reports and submit to the PMI VectorLink Kenya Technical Manager.
  • Submit all lab generated data to the data clerk for entry in timely manner.
  • Be available to perform any additional task as assigned responsible for timely and high quality field entomological work and will work with the Entomology Laboratory Technician, Insectary Technician and Data Entry Clerk to ensure uninterrupted, high quality entomological activities.

    Preferred Skills / Prerequisites

  • Secondary School (Diploma A2), or Bachelors Degree (desirable), in bio-chemistry, laboratory, veterinary or other related health field.
  • At least two (2) years of experience in laboratory or veterinary work.
  • Knowledge in computer skills (able to run programs such as Microsoft word, Excel ).
  • Knowledge of English.
  • Experience with laboratory animal rearing is an added advantage.
  • ( 2+ ) years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

    Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.

    How to Apply

    Interested candidates should apply online by 30th May, 2018

    For more information and job application details, see; VectorLink Project Assistant / Entomology Lab Technician Jobs in Kenya

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