Job Description
SENIOR RESEARCH SCIENTIST, JOB GROUP, KMR 5 – (1
POSITION)
a) Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:-
i. Participating in defining research problems;
ii. Participating in planning of research activities and implementation of
approved projects;
iii. Assisting in communicating and dissemination of scientific results;
iv. Participating in broad planning of research projects;
v. Participating in interpretation and validation of results;
vi. Participating in supporting visiting scientific students /students on
attachment.
b) Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
i. At least four(4) years relevant work experience;
ii. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Biomedical
Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Public Health, any
relevant Social Science, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized
institution;
iii. Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Biomedical
Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Public Health, any
relevant Social Science, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized
institution;
iv. Supervisory Course not lasting less than two (2) weeks from a recognized
institution;
v. Developed at least eight (8) proposals, four (4) of which have been
funded;
vi. Published at least four (4) articles in refereed journals with at least
two (2) article as the first or lead author;
vii. Proficiency in computer application;
c) Key Skills and Competences
i. Planning and Organizational skills;
ii. Communication and reporting skills;
iii. Interpersonal skills;
iv. Creativity and Innovativeness;
v. Critical thinking skills
vi. Team player.