Laboratory Analysts (Organic Chemistry) at Kenya Marine And Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI)

KMFRI was established to conduct research on aquatic systems covering both marine and freshwater. The Institute has grown from staff strength of two Research Scientists at inception to the current 122 scientists. KMFRI’s approved staff establishment stands at 1,350 employees. KMFRI infrastructure capacity has also expanded from two research stations based in Mombasa and Kisumu with acquisition of seven additional stations. KMFRI is managed by a Board of Management appointed by the Cabinet Secretary, for Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries. The Board has a gazetted Chairman and the Institute Director is the Secretary. Administratively, the Director is the Chief Executive Officer, assisted by three Deputy Directors, one in charge of Ocean and Coastal Systems Directorate, the other responsible for Freshwater Systems Directorate and the third in-charge of Finance and Administration Directorate.

KMF/ 8.  LABORATORY ANALYST -ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (KMFRI GRADE 7) – POSITION – ONE (1) 

Basic Salary Scale: KShs. 61,394 – KShs. 79,812 P.M.
House Allowance: KShs. 28,000 P.M.
Commuter Allowance: KShs 6,000 P.M.
Annual Leave Allowance: KShs 6,000 P.A.
Medical Cover & Other Allowances: As provided by KMFRI
Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

The laboratory analysts shall be deployed in any of the following research areas: Oceans and Coastal Systems & Blue Economy, Freshwater Systems, Aquaculture and Socioeconomics research areas.

Duties and responsibilities of the officer entail;

1. Identifying the chemical and consumables required for an experiment;
2. Collecting and preparing samples and specimens, managing and safely disposing samples and specimens;
3. Maintaining the inventory of laboratory equipment;
4. Carrying out experimental work;
5. Undertaking analytical work (extraction, purification and analysis of samples for organic pollutants);
6. Maintaining and preserving specimens and cultures;
7. Recording of experimental data;
8. Setting and maintaining laboratory equipment;
9. Maintaining laboratory records; and
10. Carrying out demonstrations of laboratory functions to clients/visitors.

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

1. Relevant work experience in the usage of HPLC, LCMS and GC equipment or any other relevant equipment;
2. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum grade of C+ and above;
3. Bachelor’s degree in analytical chemistry from a recognized institution or its equivalent;
4. Proficiency in computer application; and
5. Meets the requirements of chapter six of the constitution.

Key Competencies and skills

1. Communication and reporting skills
2. Interpersonal and negotiation skills
3. Analytical skills
4. Strong managerial skills
5. Mentoring, coaching and Leadership skills

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