- Advertised Date: 08/28/25
- Closing Date: 09/17/25 5:00:00 PM
- Applications: 4
Job Tite/Designation
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 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 |
| 2 | Proof of current PhD registration with a recognized University, either local or International. | Mandatory |
| 3 | Must have in-depth knowledge of helminth infections, specifically soil-transmitted helminthiasis (STH). | Mandatory |
| 4 | Willingness to commit 100% (full) time and effort to the PhD. | Mandatory |
| 5 | 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 |
| 6 | Knowledge and skills relevant to the PhD topic (e.g. experience in research on helminths in particular STH, immunology or related fields) | Mandatory |
| 7 | Must have excellent communication, analytical and writing skills in English | Mandatory |
| 8 | Personal motivation of the candidate as demonstrated by their motivation letter and responses during the interview | Mandatory |
| 9 | Must have published at least two (2) manuscripts in peer-review journals, at least one (1) as first author. | Mandatory |
| 10 | Demonstrate intention to pursue a long-term career in NTD research. | Mandatory |
| 11 | Commitment to work and reside in Kisumu and/or Bungoma, Kenya. | Mandatory |
| 12 | Willing to travel to Freie Universität Berlin (FUB), Germany for training. | Mandatory |
| 13 | Masters degree in parasitology, immunonutrition, molecular biology | Desirable |
| 14 | Ability to use data analysis software and statistics | Desirable |
| 15 | Experience of field and laboratory work with soil-transmitted helminths. | Desirable |
| 16 | Team player | Desirable |