12 Feb 2026

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Job Description

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

Biostatistician/Bioinformatics – Nairobi

Key Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to designing research projects that apply valid scientific techniques and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses
  • Assist in planning data collection methods for specific projects and determine the types and sizes of sample groups to be used
  • Assist in adapting statistical methods to solve specific problems in biomedicine and other relevant fields
  • Help develop and test experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods
  • Provide support for analysis and interpretation of statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information
  • Participate in developing an understanding of fields to which statistical methods are to be applied to determine whether methods and results are appropriate
  • Help in evaluating sources of information to determine any limitations in terms of reliability or usability
  • Contribute to evaluating the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy
  • Help identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research
  • Participate in preparing data for processing by organizing information, checking for any inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data
  • Contribute to reporting results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables
  • Help examine theories, such as those of probability and inference, to discover mathematical bases for new or improved methods of obtaining and evaluating numerical data
  • Support in presentation of statistical and non-statistical results using charts, bullets, and graphs in meetings or conferences to audiences such as clients, peers, and students
  • Assist in the processing of large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers

Vacancy Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in the following fields: Mathematics, statistics, biostatistics, Informatics, Computer Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution    Mandatory
  • Proficiency in statistical software application    Mandatory
  • Analytical and report writing skills    Mandatory
  • Presentation skills    Mandatory
  • Good Team player    Mandatory

 

Legal Officer

Key Responsibilities:

  • Reviewing and verifying documentation vis-à-vis historical information contained in individual case files;
  • Obtaining information required on case files and communicating to the supervisor;
  • Identifying legal and compliance risks;
  • Compiling contract documentation for preparation and related documents for the Institute
  • Drafting of legal opinions;
  • Undertaking such assignments as may be assigned by immediate supervisor;

Vacancy Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Law degree from a recognized institution;    Mandatory
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Council of Legal Education;    Mandatory
  • Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court;    Mandatory
  • Valid practicing certificate;    Mandatory
  • Proficiency in computer application    Mandatory
  • Strong communication and reporting skills    Mandatory
  • Interpersonal and negotiation skills    Mandatory
  • Integrity    Mandatory
  • Team player    Mandatory

 

Corporate Communications Officer

Key Responsibilities:

  • Write and edit content (press releases, newsletters, website copy, speeches, reports)
  • Create social media content (posts, captions, campaigns)
  • Ensure consistent brand voice and messaging across all platforms
  • Plan, script, and storyboard video projects
  • Shoot high-quality video footage (events, interviews, campaigns, promotional content)
  • Operate cameras, lighting, audio, and related equipment
  • Set up and manage video shoots independently
  • Edit video content using professional software (e
  • Add graphics, subtitles, music, and visual effects
  • Ensure videos align with branding and communication goals
  • Optimize videos for different platforms (social media, website, YouTube, TV)

Vacancy Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following; Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Film Production, or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution    Mandatory
  • Membership to Professional body such as Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK), Media Council of Kenya (MCK) or Kenya Union of Journalists (KUJ); Marketing Society of Kenya (MSK) where applicable    Mandatory
  • Proficiency in computer applications    Mandatory
  • Organizational skills    Mandatory
  • Team building    Mandatory
  • Negotiation skills    Mandatory
  • Interpersonal skills    Mandatory
  •  Organizational skills    Mandatory

 

Bachelor of Science in Biostatistics – Internship

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implementation of research projects and/or supervising designated aspects of the work;
  • Carrying out fieldwork and laboratory experimental procedures;
  • Organization of the internal scientific seminars;
  • Interpretation and validation of results;
  • Maintaining the scientific laboratory in good working condition; and
  • Ensuring that all chemicals, reagents and consumables are properly stored in the laboratory

Vacancy Requirements:

  • Be a Kenyan youth below 30 years of age    Mandatory
  • Should have graduated and obtained the relevant final certificate    Mandatory
  • Provide a Certificate of good conduct    Added Advantage
  • Analytical and report writing skills    Mandatory
  • Interpersonal and communication skills    Mandatory
  • Presentation skills    Mandatory
  • Good team player    Mandatory


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