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; and
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; and
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.