KEMRI CAREERS

KEMRI has built a strong professional team of over 4,000 employees deployed across the country. We have created a favorable work environment with able mentors who ensure talent is developed. We have also been ranked among the top Research organisations in Africa in research out put.

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AVAILABLE OPENINGS

VACANCY NUMBER POSITIONDESCRIPTIONVACANCY OPENING DATEVACANCY CLOSING DATEDOWNLOAD DOCUMENT
Laboratory TechnologistThe candidate will be responsible for conducting laboratory analyses of biological samples, which include but not limited to Malaria microscopy, Haematology, Biochemistry, Immunology, molecular biology to support clinical trials and laboratory research within the KEMRI/CGHR Malaria Division. October 10, 2025Job Description
Senior Research ScientistThe incumbent will be based at the Malaria Division of KEMRI’s Malaria Laboratories at CGHR in Kisumu, western Kenya. The project is interested in recruiting an exceptional laboratory technologist with Masters level training in a relevant subject. He/She will work closely with other laboratory staff in the adaptation of laboratory technologies from the CDC’s Division of Parasitic Diseases and Malaria, and NOMADs Nanopore Technology group to expand and improve these assays at KEMRI/CGHR, and will work in collaboration with and be supported by CDC laboratory scientists in Atlanta and Nairobi, as well as other external collaborators. The role involves supporting adaptation of new technologies, analyzing data, writing manuscripts, training staff, and contributing to project progress reports and research dissemination. October 10,2025Job Description
Senior Administrative OfficerApplicant should hold Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Public Health, Human Resource Management, or related field.October 1, 2025Job Description