Research Scientist jobs in Nairobi

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. Key Responsibilities: To coordinate teaching, research support, and other capacit...

The World Agroforestry Centre, is an international institute headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, and founded in 1978. The Centre specializes in the sustainable management, protection and regulation of tropical rainforest and natural reserves. Summary Overview CIFOR seeks expressions of interest from qualified candidates in the following thematic specializations: Environmental Economics/Value Chains,...

Duties andResponsibilities Contribute to the development of information systems and provision of analytical methodological support and advice to researchers. Lead and contribute to proposal development and fundraising for research projects in the unit. Provide statistical advice and support to researchers developing proposals and writing scientific papers. Supervise and mentor junior staff to con...

About The Position WorldFish is seeking Post-Doctoral Fellow or Scientist, Specialist in integrated multi-trophic aquaculture to be based in Kenya. This position will be responsible to support the achievement of the work package 2 Integrated Multitrophic Aquaculture (IMTA): seawater Farming of Finfish-Bivalves-Seaweed in Kenya. The primary purpose of this position is to successfully manage and im...

At UjuziKilimo, a soil and plant scientist specializes in the study of soil, crops, and other vegetation. They work to understand the complex interactions between plants and their environment, including the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils, as well as the impact of climate, water availability, and other factors on plant growth and development. They will use their knowledge t...

The Data Scientist role at Farsight Africa Group is an Analyst level position within the Research and Data Analytics Unit. The Data Analyst will be based in the Nairobi, Kenya office, with a hybrid nature of work requiring at least 50% physical presence in the office. The role involves providing data-driven consulting services to Farsight clients and requires an innovative and analytical thinker ...

About the role: The Research Associate will work closely with the Agricultural Economist in the GBPP project and Scientist, Agricultural Economist in Seed Equal Initiative in ensuring the smooth and efficient realization of the projects and supporting planned impact assessment activities. Key responsibilities: Support the Agricultural Economist in the GBPP project in: Conducting stakeholder and m...

JOB PURPOSE: The post has been developed to promote the ability of the KWTRP to engage and communicate with multiple audiences including Ministry and County Education and Health stakeholders, schools and colleges, the media, health practitioners and the public, on the nature, conduct, results and implications of KWTRP's research. Description: REPORTS TO:PI, Nairobi Programme Director and Head of ...

Founded in 2010, Farsight Africa Group is a leading full-service Pan-African communications company that delivers impactful solutions to companies, governments, development organisations and individuals across East Africa. Summary The Data Scientist role at Farsight Africa Group is an Analyst level position within the Research and Data Analytics Unit. The Data Analyst will be based in the Nairobi...

ROLE DESCRIPTION: We are looking for a data scientist who can drive notable improvements in how we use and adapt existing and new data in understanding sector financing issues in Africa and the Middle East, particularly for young people, women, and marginalised people. This team player will build on our existing work on human development, in particular in social sector financing and youth, and on...

Overall purpose of the job Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is currently a threat to global health. It is estimated that AMR may cause up to 10 million deaths annually by 2050, adverse symptoms to patients, and more than $100 trillion in economic loss globally. The misuse of readily available antibiotics both in agriculture and human health propels bacterial mutations, consequently leading to AMR. ...

UNEP's Communication Division is looking for a dynamic, creative self-starter as " Science editor for publications". Under the supervision of the Managing Publisher, and working closely with the publication managers/authors, the "Science editor for publications" will be responsible for the effective and efficient performance of the following duties: Provide science editing services for UNEP Spotl...

The World Agroforestry Centre, is an international institute headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, and founded in 1978. The Centre specializes in the sustainable management, protection and regulation of tropical rainforest and natural reserves. Overview To provide technical support to the Scientist/Maize Breeder in charge of line development under Eastern Africa Product Profile 2 (late maturity maize)...

Our purpose is to unlock value in Africa. We use our analytical capabilities to improve decision-making and, through better decisions, to unlock substantial value for our clients and society. While we are the largest economics-based consulting firm in Africa, we use a large number of techniques and approaches to achieve clarity for decision-makers. ANOUT JOB We are looking for a data scientist wh...

The International Potato Center, known by its Spanish acronym CIP, was founded in 1971 as a root and tuber research-for-development institution delivering sustainable solutions to the pressing world problems of hunger, poverty, and the degradation of natural resources. About the role: The Research Associate will work closely with the Agricultural Economist in the GBPP project and Scientist, Agric...

We know that timely and accurate information on fertilizers, seeds, weather, crop management and markets, is the turning point of rural agricultural production. Rural smallholders account for over 70% of the food produced in Africa. With the expected population increase of over 2 billion by 2050, world population will be in great food demand. Small holder Farmers are at the centre stage to bringi...

WorldFish is an international, non-profit research and innovation organization reducing hunger, malnutrition and poverty across Africa, Asia and the Pacific. For over 45 years, our work on sustainable aquaculture and fisheries has improved the lives of millions of women, men and youth About The Position WorldFish is seeking Post-Doctoral Fellow or Scientist, Specialist in integrated multi-trophic...

The KEMRI Wellcome Trust Research Programme (KWTRP) is based within the KEMRI Centre for Geographic Medical Research (Coast). Our core activities are funded by the Wellcome Trust. We conduct integrated epidemiological, social, laboratory and clinical research in parallel, with results feeding into local and international health policy. JOB PURPOSE: The post has been developed to promote the abili...

The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is leading Africa-based, African-led, international research institution headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, and conducting policy-relevant research on population, health, education, urbanization and related development issues on the continent. Duties and Responsibilities Contribute to the development of information systems and provision of a...

Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, icipe was established in 1970, to address this very paradox of insects and accompanying challenges. The Centre s mission is to use insect science for sustainable development, to ensure food security and improve the overall health of communities in Africa by addressing the interlinked problems of poverty, poor health, low agricultural productivity and environmental...

The University of Nairobi, a body corporate established under the Universities Act 2012 of the laws of Kenya and the University of Nairobi Charter, is the pioneer institution of University education in Kenya and the region. The only institution of higher learning in Kenya for a long time, the University of Nairobi responded to the national, regional and Africa s high level manpower training needs...

International Business Machines Corporation is an American multinational technology company headquartered in Armonk, New York, United States, with operations in over 170 countries. Wikipedia Summary We are seeking candidates with proven interest and experience in implementing innovative software solutions and applications. The work you do will be required to do is to accelerate discoveries in hea...

Our purpose is to unlock value in Africa. We use our analytical capabilities to improve decision-making and, through better decisions, to unlock substantial value for our clients and society. While we are the largest economics-based consulting firm in Africa, we use a large number of techniques and approaches to achieve clarity for decision-makers. ROLE DESCRIPTION: We are looking for a senior da...

Flexi Personnel Ltd is a HR Company that was founded in 2008. It is currently the fastest growing HR firm in Kenya offering a wide range of services including Headhunting and Executive selection, Outsourced Labor management, HR Outsourcing, Outsourced Payroll Management, HR consultancy, Psychometric Assessments and Expatriate Services and relocation support. What makes us a unique Recruitment and...