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:

• Masters 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
• Proof of current PhD registration with a recognized University, either local or International.    Mandatory
• Must have in-depth knowledge of helminth infections, specifically soil-transmitted helminthiasis (STH).    Mandatory
• Willingness to commit 100% (full) time and effort to the PhD.    Mandatory
• Must 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
• Knowledge and skills relevant to the PhD topic (e.g. experience in research on helminths in particular STH, immunology or related fields)    Mandatory
• Must have excellent communication, analytical and writing skills in English    Mandatory
• Personal motivation of the candidate as demonstrated by their motivation letter and responses during the interview    Mandatory
• Must have published at least two (2) manuscripts in peer-review journals, at least one (1) as first author.    Mandatory
• Demonstrate intention to pursue a long-term career in NTD research.    Mandatory
• Commitment to work and reside in Kisumu and/or Bungoma, Kenya.    Mandatory
• Willing to travel to Freie Universität Berlin (FUB), Germany for training.    Mandatory
• Masters degree in parasitology, immunonutrition, molecular biology    Desirable
• Ability to use data analysis software and statistics    Desirable
• Experience of field and laboratory work with soil-transmitted helminths.    Desirable
• Team player    Desirable