KEFRI Laboratory Technologist Job Vacancy in Kenya 2015

Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) is a State Corporation established in 1986 with obligation to undertake forest research, generate and promote improved technologies for sustainable management, conservation and development of forest and allied natural resources.

The Institute wishes to recruit dynamic, result-oriented and self driven persons to fill the vacant positions below:

Laboratory Technologist III 

JG: RF6

4 Posts
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, manage and safely dispose samples and specimens;
• Maintain and preserve specimens
• Carry out elementary analytical work;
• Record experimental data
• Keep laboratory records;
• Maintain and preserve specimens;
• Carry out basic maintenance of laboratory equipment;
• Clean laboratory apparatus, equipment and surface;
• Train and supervise students on attachment and staff in the unit;
• Carry out demonstrations for clients and visitors; and
• Participate in planning and evaluating laboratory services;

Requirements for Appointment

• At least 3 years‟ experience as a Laboratory Technologist
• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum grade “C-” (C minus) or its equivalent, with a minimum “C” plain in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics;
• Diploma in Applied Biology/Analytical Chemistry/Physics from a recognized institution; and
• Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.

How to Apply

Interested persons should send their applications and attach their curriculum vitae containing details of qualifications, experience, present position as well as copies of relevant professional/academic certificates and national identification card.

They should also include their day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address and names and addresses of three referees and reach the Director KEFRI on or before Friday, 5th June 2015.

Applicants should include the position applied for on the envelop.

Envelopes containing the documents should be clearly marked and addressed to:-
 

The Director, 

Kenya Forestry Research Institute, 

P.O Box 20412-00200, 

City Square, Nairobi,

Kenya

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

KEFRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

KEFRI IS ISO 14001:2004 CERTIFIED