The Kenya BioVax Institute is a State Corporation tasked with the mandate of manufacturing, packaging and commercialization of specialized Health Products and Technologies (HPTs) that include vaccines, therapeutics and other biomedical products.
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Minimum of four (4) years relevant work experience;
Bachelor’s Degree in the following disciplines; Microbiology, Biomedical Engineering, Biology, Biometry, Medicine, Virology, Immunology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Applied biology, General biology, Animal Science, Medical Laboratory sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Science Environmental science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Training in Current Good Manufacturing practices (cGMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP);
Training in Quality Management Systems;
Supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks;
Proficiency in computer applications; and
Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.
Key Competencies and skills
Good analytical skills;
Effective communication skills;
Interpersonal skills;
Creativity and innovative;
Result – driven;
Integrity and professionalism
Team player.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Analyze raw materials, intermediates, standards and finished products;
Ensure safety standards and cleanliness of laboratory are maintained;
Prepare deviation reports, testing protocols, and trend analyses in technical reports;
Conduct assessment on new technologies and methods to make recommendations regarding their usage;
Write/revise standard quality control operating procedures;
Monitor storage conditions for materials and products;
Ensure performance and evaluation of in-process controls;
Evaluate and sign Quality Assurance records;
Implement Standard Operation Procedures;
Undertake process validations and calibrations of control equipment;
Undertake drawing up equipment specifications and modifications;