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Key Responsibilities:
- i.Conduct research activities at the hospitals, laboratories, communities and environments that span the studies within the MHK
- ii.Prepare complete documentation of research activities and follow applicable standard operational procedures and data management protocols.
- iii.Analyze, interpret, and document research findings for review.
- iv.Compare actual and expected results, troubleshoot and suggest solutions to correct the deviations or redesign experiments
- v.Evaluate existing research or modeling techniques and recommend improvements to ensure quality and productivity.
- vi.Generate new research questions and write grant proposals
- vii.Mentor, advise and provide technical support to junior scientists, graduate students and interns
- viii.Foster a network of colleagues within the institution and with collaborators to enhance training opportunities
- ix.Presenting their work at conferences and different forums.
- x.Coordinate workshops and seminars
- xi.Prepare proposals, presentations, reports and policy documents for stakeholders and collaborators
- xii.Produce lead or single-author publications, and collaborative publications
Vacancy Requirements:
| # | Description. | Requirement Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | i.Minimum of a Phd. or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant discipline. | Mandatory |
| 2 | ii.Must have been awarded individual fellowships, grants, or other awards | Mandatory |
| 3 | iii.Record of peer-reviewed publication with at least 3 as first author | Mandatory |
| 4 | iv.Experience in teaching, training, and mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students | Mandatory |
| 5 | v.A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in antimicrobial resistance of bacterial pathogens | Mandatory |
| 6 | vi.Experience in clinical microbiology an added advantage | Added Advantage |
| 7 | vii.Training in Human Subjects Research, and safety in the workplace | Mandatory |
| 8 | viii.Very good problem solving and communication skills in English (writing, reading, and oral). | Mandatory |
| 9 | ix.Computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. | Mandatory |
| 10 | x.Mature and responsible individual with leadership ability, attentive to detail and able to work in a team and work flexible hours. | Mandatory |
| 11 | xi.Computer skills, including Microsoft office and Internet. | Mandatory |
| 12 | Demonstrated originality, creativity, and productivity. | Mandatory |
| 13 | Excellent teamwork and communication skills. | Mandatory |
| 14 | Scientific writing skills demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications | Mandatory |
| 15 | Uphold tenants of good scientific method including consistency and reproducibility of data. | Mandatory |
| 16 | Excellent project and time management skills | Mandatory |
| 17 | Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills | Mandatory |
| 18 | Self-motivated; able to work independently and under pressure | Mandatory |
| 19 | Able to integrate well into a workplace with diverse individuals | Mandatory |
