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Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.

KEMRI is the Medical Research arm of the Government and provides advice to the Ministry on various aspects of healthcare and delivery. National diseases surveillance and rapid response capacity for major disease outbreaks (Cholera, Chikungunya Virus, H1N1 Flu, Yellow Fever, Rift Valley Fever, Ebola, Aflatoxicosis etc).

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In line with the constitutional requirements, KEMRI has developed a comprehensive framework under which the Institute has devolved its research activities and services, through seven regional clusters that serves the forty seven counties under the strategic pillar of health research in the context of devolution.

Technical and research support for the Emergency Care of Critically Ill Children (ETAT) guidelines. KEMRI provided Technical Facilitation in development of National Guidelines for Prevention of Cervix, Breast and Prostate cancers. (Latest Jobs at KEMRI – Laboratory Technician | Jobs in Kenya 2021, KEMRI Jobs 2021, KEMRI jobs, Lab Technician jobs in Kenya)

Developed a curriculum and guidelines on biosafety and biosecurity for Health Care Workers in collaboration with MOH. Rationalization and regulation of traditional medicine. Human resource capacity development for research though attachments and in the KEMRI-JKUAT

The KEMRI Innovation & Technology Transfer Division requires a Laboratory Technician.

KEMRI Values

We uphold zero tolerance to corruption.
We uphold the philosophy of respect and fairness to all.
We are committed to excellence and highest standards of professionalism.
We uphold purity/sanctity of life.
We are committed to promoting and supporting creativity and innovation.
We value our customers, and we endeavor to be customer focused.

KEMRI Vision is to be a leading centre of excellence in research for human health

KEMRI Mission is to improve human health and quality of life through research, capacity building, innovation and service delivery. (Latest Jobs at KEMRI – Laboratory Technician | Jobs in Kenya 2021, KEMRI Jobs 2021, KEMRI jobs, Lab Technician jobs in Kenya)

Duties and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Ensuring laboratory safety sample collection delivery and reception;
Processing documentation and reporting. (Latest Jobs at KEMRI – Laboratory Technician | Jobs in Kenya 2021, KEMRI Jobs 2021, KEMRI jobs, Lab Technician jobs in Kenya)
Perform simple analytical and diagnostic work;
Handling and disposing laboratory waste
Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen;
Assist in field work

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Vacancy Requirements:

Certificate in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Laboratory sciences, Laboratory Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable; Mandatory
Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board where applicable; Mandatory
Proficiency in computer applications Mandatory. (Latest Jobs at KEMRI – Laboratory Technician | Jobs in Kenya 2021, KEMRI Jobs 2021, KEMRI jobs, Lab Technician jobs in Kenya)
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution. Added Advantage
CRB Clerance Certificate Added Advantage
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commision Certificate Added Advantage
Good Conduct Certificate Added Advantage
HELB Clearance Certificate Added Advantage
KRA Certificate. (Latest Jobs at KEMRI – Laboratory Technician | Jobs in Kenya 2021, KEMRI Jobs 2021, KEMRI jobs, Lab Technician jobs in Kenya)

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