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:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution;
- Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable);
- Registered for a relevant Master’s Degree within one (1) year of appointment;
- Computer literacy; and
- 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:
- Conduct tutorials, research, publish under the supervision of a senior academic staff;
- Participate in writing proposals for grants;
- Assist in planning, coordination and execution of special projects and initiatives;
- Assist in drafting, reviewing and editing documents and correspondences;
- Prepare reports, summaries and presentations;
- Analyze data and provide insights to support strategic decision making;
- Assist in academic demonstrations and assessment of undergraduate students reports;
- Assist in the supervision of undergraduate projects, tutorials and practical, field and attachment sessions;
- Participate in research projects;
- Participate in professional and community service; and
- Perform any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.