Technical Laboratory Assistant at International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

Key Responsibilities:

• Extraction & filtration of soil, manure and plant samples for photometric nutrient analysis
• Preparation of soil, manure and plant samples for elemental analysis (C/N analyser)
• Running photometric nutrient assays for extractable phosphate, nitrate and ammonium
• Preparation and analysis of soil, manure and plant samples for total phosphorus (dry digestion, extraction, colorimetric analysis)
• Preparation of animal feed for dry matter, ash and fiber analysis.
• Collection of feed, manure and soil samples from a field.
• Supporting animal trial at Mazingira and Kapiti.
• Summarizing all lab data in a clear and concise manner, performing regular data quality checks and giving feedback to the supervising lab technicians
• Assisting Mazingira’s lab technicians with other sample preparations and sample analyses to ensure timely analysis
• Perform any other related duties as may be required

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Science, Environmental studies, Agriculture, Chemistry, or relevant field
• One year relevant experience with degree or there years relevant experience with diploma
• A general understanding of livestock systems, with a basic knowledge of soil, manure, and animal management for sustainable livestock systems.