About Us

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:

  • Receiving/collecting, recording of specimens;
  • Processing and analyses;
  • Preparing reagents;
  • Recording and reporting of results;
  • Dispatching the results for clinical/Research management;
  • Routine and daily maintenance of laboratory equipment;
  • Ensuring adherence to biosafety and biosecurity guidelines;
  • Taking part in preparation of Standards Operations Procedures (SOPs)

Vacancy Requirements:

  • Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences from a recognized institution in Kenya     
  • Must be computer literate     
  • Must reside in the study area     
  • Must be fluent in oral & written Dholuo     
  • Be below thirty (30) years of age.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to: Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI on erecruitment.kemri.go.ke to apply

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