KEMRI / University of Washington Programmer and Internship Announcement

The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) in collaboration with the University of Washington is conducting a research study at multiple sites in Kenya.

As part of the international mission of the University of Washington to transfer technology and build capacity, a rotational fixed duration work/study (internship) position has been established in the research study and recruitment is currently underway.

This project invites application for the following positions:

Programmer

Basic qualifications

At a minimum, the applicant should have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.

Specifically, the applicant should have the following skills:

Proficiency in.NET programming and MySQL database
Must have a good understanding of PHP, HTML, CSS, java script, and VB script
Microsoft Access 2007
Microsoft Windows Operating Systems (XPP, Vista Business).
Basic networking.

Exposure to any UNIX based Operating Systems is desired.

Work Details

Working under the direct supervision of the ICT/Data coordinator, the programmer will be responsible for building new databases should the need arise, maintaining the existing study database(s), developing new modules as needed as well as undertaking general tasks which will promote the use of ICT across the research activities.

If you meet the above qualifications, please send an application with your current CV attached to the contact below. The application letter should state clearly your motivation for applying for the position.

Ensure that you use the title ‘Programmer Application’ as the subject of the email.

Duration

One year contract with a 3 month probation period

Remuneration

Remuneration will be according to KEMRI pay scale.

Internships

Programming Intern

Basic qualifications

At a minimum, the applicant should be an advanced student currently enrolled in a 2 or 4 year computing technology course. Specifically, the student should have basic training and proficiency in:

PHP & MySQL
Microsoft Access 2007
Strong skills in Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
Microsoft Windows Operating Systems (XPP, Vista Business).
Basic networking.

Exposure to any UNIX based Operating Systems and .NET programming language is desired.

Work Details

Working under the direct supervision of the ICT/Data coordinator and the Programmer, the programming intern will be responsible for maintaining new and existing study database(s), developing new modules as needed, as well as undertaking general tasks which will promote the use of ICT across the research activities.

If you meet the above qualifications, please send an application with your current CV attached to the contact below. The application letter should state clearly your motivation for applying for the internship.

Ensure that you use the title ‘Programming intern Application’ as the subject of the email.

Duration

The internship will run for a minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 4 months.

Remuneration

This position has a fixed monthly stipend of Ksh.5,000 per month for a time commitment of 25 hours per week (equivalent to 5 hours every day Monday to Friday).

ICT Intern

Basic Qualification

At a minimum, the application should be an advanced student currently enrolled in a computing technology course in at least a 2-year course but preferably a 4-year course. Specifically, the student should have basic training and proficiency in:

Basic Networking
Microsoft Server 2003 & 2008
Microsoft Access 2007
Microsoft Office 2007 Suite
Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
Microsoft Windows Operating Systems (XP, Vista Pro)
Exposure to any UNIX based Operating System and PHP/MySQL programming is desired.

Work Details

Working under the direct supervision of the IT Support Admin, the ICT intern will be responsible for general maintenance of defined computer equipment and for the resolution of identified technical problems, as well as undertaking general tasks which will promote the use of ICT across the research activities.

The ICT intern’s job responsibilities will spread across ICT and Data support.

Ensure that you use the title ‘ICT intern Application’ as the subject of the email.

Duration

The internship will run for a minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 4 months.

Remuneration

This position has a fixed monthly stipend of Ksh.5,000 per month for a time commitment of 25 hours per week (equivalent to 5 hours every day Monday to Friday).

Send your applications to the Email address: kemriuwjobs @ gmail.com

The application deadline for all the positions is Friday 17th July, 2009, 5:00 p.m