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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting fieldwork for data collection, including surveys and sample collection;
• Conducting laboratory experiments to optimize ONT protocols for pathogen detection;
• Utilizing ONT sequencing and bioinformatics tools to analyze genomic data and identify disease pathogens and antimicrobial resistance genes;
• Participating in training sessions and workshops aimed at building research translation skills and promoting evidence-based policymaking;
• Contributing to the dissemination of research findings through publications and presentations at national and international conferences.

Vacancy Requirements:

• Must have a MSc in Biochemistry/Microbiology/Molecular Biology/Biotechnology/Genomics/Epidemiology or any related biological science course from a recognized institution and should have registered for PhD in any of the above-mentioned fields;    Mandatory
• Familiar with conducting extensive literature reviews;    Mandatory
• Conversant with microbial culture techniques and molecular epidemiology;    Mandatory
• Experience in Laboratory Techniques such as DNA extraction, PCR, and sequencing;    Mandatory
• Proficiency in bioinformatics analysis, including scripting languages (e.g., Python, R) and relevant software tools;    Mandatory
• Familiar with whole genome sequence technologies and applications;    Mandatory
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for collaborative research.