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Wellcome Trust International Post-doctoral Researcher in Vaccinology Jobs in Kenya

Responsibilities

Design, formulate and evaluate vaccines
Perform immunological assessments from vaccine studies

Work with partner organizations and collaborators (including the Pirbright Institute and Jenner Institute) to transfer technology and data when required.

Mentor and supervise junior academic staff and technical staff as appropriate

Presenting data and plans at meetings

And any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications

A PhD in a biological subject relating to laboratory bioscience.

A BSc with 2:1 or above in biological subject.

Experience in veterinary immunology

Experience in molecular biology (e.g. cloning)

Documented interest and track record in vaccine research

Desirables

Familiarity with next generation sequencing methods (e.g. Illumina) sample processing and sequence data analysis

Analytical skills, ability to think of new ideas/ outside the box and a well-developed capacity for follow through

Attentive to detail with the ability to take and follow instructions and to work with minimal supervision

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work in team and in a multi-cultural environment

Aptitude for supervising junior staff and supporting capacity building initiatives

How to apply

Interested candidates should apply online by 26th October, 2017

For more information and job application details, see; Wellcome Trust International Post-doctoral Researcher in Vaccinology Jobs in Kenya

Wellcome Trust International Laboratory Technician Jobs in Kenya

Responsibilities

Conduct experiments, interpret and document results through the use of routine and basic laboratory procedures involving manual techniques or use of laboratory instruments.

Standardise, calibrate and carry out preventive

maintenance and basic troubleshooting on laboratory equipment and instrument.

Receive samples and ensure that relevant support documentation is provided and process in line with relevant QC guidelines; document sample and process information.

Liaise with Nurses, clinicians, health care workers and public in order to ensure that relevant samples are taken/ provided, resolve discrepancies and to communicate results in line with laid down procedures.

Participate in various QAQC, EQA, IQC and regulatory agency activities within the assigned section, including developing and documenting QC monitors.

Provide technical advice to researchers in the design of experiments.

Qualifications

A Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences

Registered with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board

Knowledge and understanding of GCLPs and regulatory/ accreditation agency requirements
Knowledge of laboratory Health and Safety practices

Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft applications

Experience in peripheral blood mononuclear cell (PBMC) separation and cell culture techniques is an added advantage.

How to apply

Interested candidates should apply online by 27th October, 2017

For more information and job application details, see; Wellcome Trust International Laboratory Technician Jobs in Kenya

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