Research Officer II

Requirements/ qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Public Health or any other related field.
  
• At least 5 years’ experience in entomological research, including molecular lab work and semi-field trials.
  
• Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) certified.
  
• Familiar with data analysis tools (e.g., R, STATA) and inventory management.
  
• Additional training in vector taxonomy, medical entomology, and bioinformatics.
  
• Proficient in laboratory diagnostics, mosquito infection assays, and behavioral bioassays.
  
• Strong expertise in insecticide resistance testing and net durability evaluation.
  
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to peer-reviewed publications.
  

The successful candidate is expected to:

• Lead and coordinate field collections of Anopheles mosquitoes and manage insecticide resistance monitoring (e.g., WHO tube tests, CDC bottle assays).
  
• Oversee mosquito colony rearing, including maintenance of resistant strains and infection studies (e.g., membrane feeding).
  
• Conduct molecular laboratory analyses, including PCR, qPCR, and ELISA for vector species identification, resistance markers, and Plasmodium detection.
  
• Develop and maintain SOPs for laboratory and field activities; ensure compliance with biosafety and quality standards.
  
• Train and supervise junior staff, students, and technicians on entomological and molecular methods.
  
• Manage laboratory inventory, prepare reagents, and maintain accurate records of protocols and results.
  
• Assist with data analysis, reporting, and manuscript preparation.
  
• Any other duties assigned.