Research Officer Job in Kenya

The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is an
African-led and Africa-based international research institution headquartered
in Nairobi, Kenya.

APHRC conducts policy-relevant research on population, health,
education, urbanization and related development issues in sub-Saharan Africa.

The APHRC seeks to recruit a Research Officer to work in the
Urbanization and Wellbeing in Africa Unit within the Research Division.

Duties / Responsibilities:

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Lead the development of study protocols and ensure ethical
approvals and research permits are obtained;

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Develop study tools, training manuals and field guides to use
for data collection;

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Coordinate the training and supervision of field team;

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Lead fieldwork activities of the proposed research projects to
ensure timely implementation of field activities while ensuring data is of high
quality;

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Prepare regular field and project reports; and

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Participate in writing scientific papers and dissemination of
research findings.

Qualifications and Experience

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Master’s degree in Environmental Health, Social Sciences,
Biotechnology or related disciplines.

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At least 2 years of relevant working experience in molecular lab
techniques, water, sanitation and hygiene, and Community/Environmental health.

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Experience in preparation of various samples, ability to carry
out microbiological and chemical analysis, and detection and characterization
of select pathogens through molecular techniques.

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Competency in quantitative and qualitative methods including
experience in data collection, cleaning and analysis.

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Demonstrated experience in designing and conducting molecular
laboratory techniques.

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Ability to supervise and coordinate field research teams.

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Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication
skills.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through our
recruitment portal https://aphrc.org/vacancies/ by January 12, 2022.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted; shortlisted
candidates will be required to have a Police Clearance Certificate.

Cover letters should be addressed to:

The Human Resources Officer

African Population and Health Research Center, Inc

APHRC Campus, Manga Close, off Kirawa Road, Kitisuru

P. O. Box 10787-GPO, Nairobi

Website: www.aphrc.org

APHRC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the
protection of vulnerable persons.