ILRI Research Associate I Jobs 2022 – Kenya NGO Jobs. ILRI Kenya looking for “Research Associate I”. Applicants with a BSc. in Environmental Science may apply on or before 27 October 2022.
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works for better lives through livestock in developing countries. ILRI is co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, has 14 offices across Asia and Africa, employs some 700 staff and has an annual operating budget of about USD80 million.
ILRI Research Associate I Jobs 2022
The ILRI has published a job vacancy announcement on 15 October 2022 for qualified Kenya’s to fill in the vacant post of Research Associate I to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
| Recruiter | International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) |
| Position | Research Associate I |
| Location | Nairobi, Kenya |
| Country | Kenya |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | BSc. in Environmental Science |
| Experience Required | One year |
| Application Deadline | 27 October 2022 |
ILRI Job Vacancy 2022
Job Purpose: The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Technical Assistant to provide technical assistance in the daily running analyses in the Mazingira Soil and Manure Laboratory.
Key responsibilities:
- Soil & manure sample preparation (drying, grinding, sieving), storage, weighing, and analysis following Standard Operating Procedures
- Collection of gas samples from manual chambers for soil and manure GHG flux measurements; preparation of GC vials (evacuation, labelling, cleaning)
- Collection of soil and manure samples from manure trials in the lab and field (Kapiti).
- Assisting the laboratory technician with analysis of soil pH, texture, and nutrient content
- General Soil Lab cleanliness, cleaning and storage of glassware using prescribed methods
- Safe disposal of spent chemicals and containers and organizing with EOHS under guidance of the lab manager for safe collection
- Summarize the analyzed data in a clear concise manner using prescribed spreadsheets and submit weekly to the soil lab technician in charge
Qualification & Experience:
- BSc. in Environmental Science, Ecology, Rangeland Management, Environmental Management, Agriculture, or similar
- One year of experience in the relevant field
- Technical training in greenhouse gas sampling and soil sampling
- Experience with lab incubations and field experiments is an asset
- Basics in biosafety and First Aid Training
- Ability to communicate effectively, work independently and work productively in a multidisciplinary, multicultural team.
Other Details
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Selection Process: Interview
- Salary: negotiable
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply ILRI Research Associate I Jobs 2022
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The Closing Date: 27 October 2022
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.ilri.org |
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