Research Assistant

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the RESEARCH ASSISTANT position.

Reference Number: RU/ASA/06/05/26

GRADE RU 10

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution;
2. Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable);
3. Registered for a relevant Master’s Degree within one (1) year of appointment;
4. Computer literacy; and
5. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. Any recommendations/commendations or additional certificate will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

An officer at this level shall be appointed on contract and shall:

1. Conduct tutorials, research, publish under the supervision of a senior academic staff;
2. Participate in writing proposals for grants;
3. Assist in planning, coordination and execution of special projects and initiatives;
4. Assist in drafting, reviewing and editing documents and correspondences;
5. Prepare reports, summaries and presentations;
6. Analyze data and provide insights to support strategic decision making;
7. Assist in academic demonstrations and assessment of undergraduate students reports;
8. Assist in the supervision of undergraduate projects, tutorials and practical, field and attachment sessions;
9. Participate in research projects;
10. Participate in professional and community service; and
11. Perform any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.