International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)
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Key Responsibilities:
Provide logistical support for field activities, including sampling and processing
Support laboratory operations and the establishment of primary cell line cultures
Maintain and monitor stem cell cultures and biobanked cell lines to ensure quality and viability
Perform organoid differentiation in line with established protocols
Conduct biobanking activities, including cryopreservation and sample storage
Conduct molecular biology analyses and support cellular characterization processes
Maintain accurate data records and support data management and Digital Sequence Information (DSI) processes
Ensure compliance with project documentation requirements, laboratory biosafety standards, and quality assurance protocols
Support capacity building initiatives and collaborate effectively with WorldFish and NARS project partners
Support stakeholder engagement activities, including training sessions and outreach initiatives
Implement and promote adherence to biosafety and ethical research protocols
Contribution to manuscripts and publications drafting
Perform any other related duties as may be required
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or diploma in molecular biology, biotechnology, animal science, cell biology, genetics, biomedical sciences, veterinary sciences, aquatic biology or related disciplines
Two years of relevant experience with a degree or four years of relevant experience with a diploma
Strong laboratory experience in molecular biology and biotechnology workflows
Experience in sterile tissue culture techniques
Knowledge of molecular biology methods (PCR, nucleic acid extraction, gel electrophoresis)
Experience handling biological samples and laboratory equipment
Ability to maintain detailed laboratory records
Good understanding of biosafety and laboratory quality systems
Experience with stem cell culture or organoid systems
Experience in cryopreservation and biobanking
Familiarity with livestock or aquatic genetic resources
Knowledge of genomics or sequencing workflows
Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
Familiarity with ABS, DSI, or biodiversity governance frameworks