Research Interns (2 Positions) at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Required Qualifications

• Must have graduated with a BSc. Biochemistry / Molecular Biology/ Biotechnology/ Genomics or any related course from a recognized institution.
• Familiarity with molecular biology laboratory equipment.
• Conversant with molecular biology techniques; DNA /RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, Fragment analysis and sequencing.
• Familiarity with qPCR testing of COVID-19 samples.
• Under the training, guidance and supervision of Head Schistosomiasis research division, the interns will be involved in:
• Assisting in running of routine laboratory assays
• Assisting in running assays for research project
• Assisting in the maintenance of laboratory inventory
• Assisting in sample reception and documentation
• Carrying out COVID-19 sample testing and storage
• Maintaining proper records of all experimental data
• Assisting in preventive maintenance and daily monitoring of equipment
• Adhering to all safety and quality control requirements
• In Search of Better Health
• Assisting in other tasks to support the day to day running of the laboratory.

Terms of Engagement:

• Appointment in the Internship program will be for a period of six (6) months. The successful candidate (s) will be paid a monthly stipend Ksh. 25,000 without any other benefits.
• Interns will be expected to take up a personal accident cover and medical Insurance cover for the period of internship.