KENYA MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established in Kenya in 1979 through the Scien
KENYA MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established in Kenya in 1979 through the Science and Technology (Repealed) Act, Cap 250 of the Laws of Kenya operated under the Science Technology and Innovation Act, 2013 as the national body responsible for carrying out research in human health in Kenya. Currently, KEMRI operates under Legal Notice No. 35 of March 2021 KEMRI has grown from its humble beginning over 40 years ago to become a regional leader in human health research. The Institute currently ranks as one of the leading Centres of excellence in health research both in Africa as well as globally.
Project description:
The Kenya Medical Research Institute in collaboration with the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention and Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine conduct research activities related to malaria, HIV, tuberculosis and other diseases. Due to its continued growth in research, the program has the following vacancy in Malaria Labs;
Position: Laboratory Technologist, Job Group, KMR8 – (1) position
Location: KEMRI/CGHR Malaria Laboratories, Kisumu, Siaya and Homa Bay
Reporting to: Laboratory Supervisor
Deadline: 10th October, 2025
Job Summary:
The candidate will be responsible for conducting laboratory analyses of biological samples, which include but not limited to Malaria microscopy, Haematology, Biochemistry, Immunology, molecular biology to support clinical trials and laboratory research within the KEMRI/CGHR Malaria Division.
Qualifications required
- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution
- A minimum of 2 years of experience working in a busy biomedical laboratory
- Registered by Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board(KMLTTB)
Responsibilities and tasks
- Preparation of laboratory reagents
- Processing of biological samples, laboratory supply inventory management, storage and shipment of biological samples
- Perform microscopic parasitological diagnosis of malaria
- Perform full blood count using automated analyser
- Perform full biochemistry analysis using automated analyser and point of care devices
- Perform other laboratory assays as per protocol and relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Maintaining of quality control procedures in all assays performed
- Development of laboratory SOPs
Key Skills and Competencies
- Strategic thinking
- Analytical skills
- Lab technique troubleshooting skills
- Communication and reporting skills
- Team player
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This is a one (1) year contract, renewable subject to availability of funds, with a probation period for the first 3 months. Salary is negotiable within the KEMRI scheme of service depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency.
Applications MUST include the following:
- Letter of Application (INDICATE VACANCY NUMBER)
- Current Curriculum Vitae with contact telephone number and e-mail address
- Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses
- Copies of Certificates and Transcripts
- Valid practicing licence from KMLTTB
All the applications to be done through KEMRI Website https://www.kemri.go.ke/e- recruitment –
E Recruitment Portal on or before 10th October, 2025 latest 5.00 p.m.
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