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Description
Project Management & Coordination
The Researcher is responsible for conducting research projects across the Institute; these include the following aspects of the projects:
Research planning and initiation.
Equipment and Research Materials.
Project Human Resources.
Project Finances.
Risk Management and Mitigation.
Monitoring, Evaluation, reporting and project close out.
Research, Development, and Innovation
The Researcher is responsible for conducting research, development and supporting innovation These include supporting the following research aspects:
Invention.
Translation.
Commercialization.
Adoption and Use.
Research Collaboration
The Researcher is responsible for supporting strategic research collaboration and collaboration opportunities these include:
Strategic Research partnerships / networks / collaborators.
Intra-Inter Institutional Collaboration & Partnerships.
Human Capacity Building
The Researcher is responsible for supporting Human Capacity Development that includes support of
Project staff and students.
Self
Requirements
PhD in Biotechnology, Agronomy, Plant Production, or a closely related field, with demonstrated knowledge of -omics technologies.
Minimum 3 years’ post-MSc research experience.
3–5 peer-reviewed scientific publications relevant to phytochemical analysis.
Proven expertise in chemical analysis of plant samples, including qualitative and quantitative identification of compounds using LC-MS, GC-MS, and related techniques.
Demonstrated ability to write successful research proposals and generate external research funding.
Experience as a speaker at national or international conferences.
Proven ability to initiate, plan, and execute research projects, including personnel and financial management.
Track record of mentoring and/or supervising postgraduate students.
Established national and/or international research collaborations or networks.
Experience working with biologicals is essential.
Experience in cultivation R&D will be an added advantage.
Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an added advantage.
Valid driver’s license.
CLOSING DATE OF THE APPLICATIONS: 08 OCTOBER 2025
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