Principal Research Scientist I
2026-07-28T14:18:45+00:00
Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI)
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https://wrti.go.ke/
FULL_TIME
Naivasha (Field Research Centre)
kenya
00100
Kenya
Hospitality, and Tourism
Science & Engineering, Civil & Government, Animal Care, Farming & Outdoors
2026-08-18T17:00:00+00:00
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Background information about the job or company
The Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI) is a body corporate established under section 50 of the Wildlife Conservation and Management Act Cap 376 (WCMA 2013). The Institute seeks to recruit a suitable innovative and result-oriented Principal Research Scientist I to join our team.
Responsibilities or duties
- Lead and coordinate wildlife research initiatives.
- Provide scientific-based solutions to inform policy decisions and management approaches.
- Develop innovative wildlife-based products and services.
- Enhance capacity in wildlife conservation and management through training.
- Supervise and mentor research staff.
- Prepare research proposals, reports, and publications.
Qualifications or requirementsÂ
- Relevant qualifications in Wildlife Science, Ecology, Zoology, Conservation Biology, or a related field.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Experience needed
- Proven experience in wildlife research and management.
- Strong publication record and research leadership.
Any other provided details
- Permanent and Pensionable employment type.
- Successful candidates will be required to comply with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.
- WRTI is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and women are encouraged to apply.
- Lead and coordinate wildlife research initiatives.
- Provide scientific-based solutions to inform policy decisions and management approaches.
- Develop innovative wildlife-based products and services.
- Enhance capacity in wildlife conservation and management through training.
- Supervise and mentor research staff.
- Prepare research proposals, reports, and publications.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Relevant qualifications in Wildlife Science, Ecology, Zoology, Conservation Biology, or a related field.
- Proven experience in wildlife research and management.
- Strong publication record and research leadership.
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Vacancy title:
Principal Research Scientist I
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Hospitality, and Tourism, Category: Science & Engineering, Civil & Government, Animal Care, Farming & Outdoors]
Jobs at:
Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI)
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, August 18 2026
Duty Station:
Naivasha (Field Research Centre) | kenya
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, July 28 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Background information about the job or company
The Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI) is a body corporate established under section 50 of the Wildlife Conservation and Management Act Cap 376 (WCMA 2013). The Institute seeks to recruit a suitable innovative and result-oriented Principal Research Scientist I to join our team.
Responsibilities or duties
- Lead and coordinate wildlife research initiatives.
- Provide scientific-based solutions to inform policy decisions and management approaches.
- Develop innovative wildlife-based products and services.
- Enhance capacity in wildlife conservation and management through training.
- Supervise and mentor research staff.
- Prepare research proposals, reports, and publications.
Qualifications or requirementsÂ
- Relevant qualifications in Wildlife Science, Ecology, Zoology, Conservation Biology, or a related field.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Experience needed
- Proven experience in wildlife research and management.
- Strong publication record and research leadership.
Any other provided details
- Permanent and Pensionable employment type.
- Successful candidates will be required to comply with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.
- WRTI is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and women are encouraged to apply.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: postgraduate degree
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