The University of Nairobi is seeking a Scholarly Communications Coordinator/Editor to support its research activities. This role involves assisting researchers in transforming complex scientific work into clear and accurate proposals, reports, and publications. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the scientific publishing process and the ability to manage multiple projects within diverse research teams.
Duties and Responsibilities
Support researchers in transforming scientific work into clear, accurate proposals and reports.
Understand the scientific publishing process: preparing submissions, managing revisions, and communicating with journals.
Work with scientific data—ensuring consistency, accuracy, and organization.
Assist in developing and coordinating grant applications, timelines, and documentation.
Maintain strong writing, editing, and project-management standards.
Collaborate across diverse research teams and manage multiple projects.
Translate complex scientific ideas into polished written materials.
Required Skills and Attributes
Strong writing and editing skills.
Scientific and research literacy.
Technical and software proficiency.
Project management skills.
Effective communication and collaboration.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Expertise in grant and proposal support.
Job Specifications
Master's degree in a research-intensive field within biomedical sciences.
Strong preference for PhD Holders.
Experience working with international funding bodies.
Budget development skills.
Knowledge of compliance and ethics requirements.
Proven track record of publishing in peer-review journals.
How to Apply
Applicants should email their application letters, certified copies of certificates, and a resume (maximum two pages) to microbiometudy@uonbi.ac.ke.
Note the following requirements:
The resume must include details of qualifications, experience, and three (3) referees with their telephone and e-mail contacts.
Applications and related documents should be forwarded addressed to the Director, Human Resource, University of Nairobi.
Applicants must state their current designations, salaries, and other benefits attached to those designations.
The application letter must bear the reference code indicated in the advertisement.
All documents must be merged into one PDF file.
Late applications will not be considered.
Closing Date: Monday, May 11, 2026
How to Apply
Applicants should email their application letters, certified copies of certificates, and a resume (maximum two pages) to microbiometudy@uonbi.ac.ke.
Application Guidelines:
Applications should be addressed to the Director, Human Resource, University of Nairobi.
Include details of qualifications, experience, and three (3) referees with their telephone and e-mail contacts.
State your current designations, salaries, and other benefits.
The application letter must bear the reference code indicated in the advertisement.
