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Reference Number: ARO31082018
Employment Type: Full time
Category: Research, Science and Biotechnology
Job Grade: 6.01
Country: Kenya
Location: Kilifi
JOB PURPOSE:
This post involves supporting Mass spectrometry based proteomics investigations providing technical expertise and experimentation in the laboratory.
Description:
REPORTS TO:
- Principal Investigator
DIRECTLY SUPERVISES:
- Any interns as assigned by the Principal Investigator.
BUDGET AND RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITY:
- Responsible for a laptop computer/desktop.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Carry out sample preparation for liquid chromatography mass spectrometry based proteomics.
- Execute database searches and interpretation of mass spectrometry proteomics data
- Carry out protein analysis using SDS-PAGE, western blotting, and ELISA.
- Prepare proteomics based SOPs for different sample types in collaboration with the QMS team and record and maintain data and other information, as relevant and appropriate.
- Ensure that all work done complies with the applicable regulations concerning biohazards, Good Clinical and Laboratory Practice and maintain all documentation.
- Coordinate the purchase and inventory of laboratory supplies for the group
- Contribute to the presentation of results to the group and the programme
- Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- An undergraduate degree in Biochemistry, molecular biology, or biotechnology or equivalent
- Experience in laboratory research
- Detailed knowledge of the procedures relevant to the work
- Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft applications
COMPETENCIES:
- Must be enthusiastic with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to take and follow instructions, initiative, keen to learn and proactive with the ability to work under minimal supervision
- Flexibility, adaptability, multi-tasking and attention to detail
- Good analytical and follow through ability
- Good planning, organisation and co-ordination skills
- Team working and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment