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PhD Studentship – Kisumu at KEMRI

Biosciences
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  • Date posted

    September 5, 2025

  • Closing date

    September 5, 2025

  • Hiring location

    Kisumu

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Description

PhD Studentship - Kisumu
  •  Closing Date: 09/17/25 5:00:00 PM

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PhD Studentship - Kisumu

Key Responsibilities:

  • Carry out literature review and design and develop protocols to address the research objectives
  • Conduct study entry preparatory activities including obtaining all relevant approvals and permissions.
  • Carry out collection of quantitative and qualitative data using various methods
  • Conduct qualitative data transcription, analysis and interpretation
  • Supervise field personnel supporting in this project
  • Conduct quantitative data analysis, interpretation and produce timely summary reports including upgrading report.
  • Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-review journals.
  • Produce final thesis.
  • Participate in protocol development and manuscript review.
  • Perform all other duties as requested by the supervisor(s).

Vacancy Requirements:

#Description.Requirement Type
1Masters degree or the equivalent from a recognized University, relevant to the area of study (Biology, Immunology, Parasitology, Molecular biology, Immunonutrition, Biotechnology or related field).Mandatory
2Proof of current PhD registration with a recognized University, either local or International.Mandatory
3Must have in-depth knowledge of helminth infections, specifically soil-transmitted helminthiasis (STH).Mandatory
4Willingness to commit 100% (full) time and effort to the PhD.Mandatory
5Must demonstrate capacity for continued career growth through publications in peer-reviewed journals and/or presentation at scientific meetings. Previous publications related to the research themes of the project will be an added advantage.Added Advantage
6Knowledge and skills relevant to the PhD topic (e.g. experience in research on helminths in particular STH, immunology or related fields)Mandatory
7Must have excellent communication, analytical and writing skills in EnglishMandatory
8Personal motivation of the candidate as demonstrated by their motivation letter and responses during the interviewMandatory
9Must have published at least two (2) manuscripts in peer-review journals, at least one (1) as first author.Mandatory
10Demonstrate intention to pursue a long-term career in NTD research.Mandatory
11Commitment to work and reside in Kisumu and/or Bungoma, Kenya.Mandatory
12Willing to travel to Freie Universität Berlin (FUB), Germany for training.Mandatory
13Masters degree in parasitology, immunonutrition, molecular biologyDesirable
14Ability to use data analysis software and statisticsDesirable
15Experience of field and laboratory work with soil-transmitted helminths.Desirable
16Team playerDesirable

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