Scientific Research and Development Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya

Performs scientific research to develop new technologies, treatments, or understandings in various fields. Explore open Scientific Research and Development roles in Nairobi, Kenya on CareerHub.

Director / Associate Director, Research-Informed Delivery

Precision Development (PxD)

Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

In-OfficeFull TimeSenior-Level

Acts as the technical bridge between the Research Professional Group and program teams to embed research rigor into program design and delivery. Key focus includes: Acts as the technical bridge betwee…

Tupande Soko Laboratory Specialist (Fixed - Term)

One Acre Fund

Sagana, Kirinyaga County, Kenya

In-OfficeFull TimeMid-Level

The Laboratory Specialist will lead the setup, commissioning, and routine operations of the laboratory to ensure high-quality and food-safe processing. Key focus includes: Lead the setup and commissio…

Regional Climate and Anticipatory Modeling Specialist

Action Against Hunger (ACF) - Pakistan

Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

In-OfficeFull TimeSenior-Level

The Regional Climate and Anticipatory Modeling Specialist will lead the development and validation of multi-hazard climate models and translate climate intelligence into operational trigger matrices a…

Independent Science for Development Council (ISDC) Member

CGIAR

Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

In-OfficeFull TimeSenior-Level

Provide independent strategic advice and oversight for the CGIAR Strategy, research structures, and funding requests. Lead foresight work, horizon scanning, and priority-setting exercises to inform lo…

Head of Research Projects

Millar Cameron

Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

In-OfficeFull TimeMid-Level

The Head of Research Projects provides strategic leadership for Jacaranda Health’s research portfolio, overseeing the design, execution, and dissemination of research projects. Key focus includes: Pro…

Regional Climate and Anticipatory Modeling Specialist

Action Against Hunger (ACF) - Pakistan

Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

In-OfficeFull TimeSenior-Level

. Company: Action Against Hunger (ACF) - Pakistan. Responsibilities: Lead the development and validation of multi-hazard climate and hydrometeorological models to support anticipatory action across th…

Internship Data Science & AI

EventsIT

Kitui County, Kenya

In-OfficeInternshipEntry-Level

Interns will work on real-world data-driven challenges and focus on AI-driven products alongside experienced professionals. Key focus includes: Work on real-world data-driven challenges.

Scientist (Gender, Social Inclusion and Development)

WorldFish

Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

In-OfficeContractMid-Level

The Scientist will lead and publish strategic research on gender-inclusive and pro-poor value chains and markets within aquatic food systems. Key focus includes: Lead and publish strategic research on…

Supervisory Research Fish Biologist

Schmidt Marine Technology Partners

Kitui County, Kenya

In-OfficePart TimeMid-Level

As a Supervisory Research Fish Biologist, you will prepare and direct research programs involving ecosystem and fisheries science. Key focus includes: Prepare and direct research programs

Ph.D. Scholar - Rapid Cycling and Predictive Breeding

CIMMYT

Kiboko, Makueni County, Kenya

In-OfficeInternshipEntry-Level

The scholar will develop and implement a research plan to evaluate if rapid cycling and AI-assisted breeding improve genetic gain in dryland crops. Key focus includes: Develop and implement a research…

Research Associate - Digital Agriculture

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

In-OfficeFull TimeEntry-Level

The Research Associate provides technical and analytical support for climate data processing and agricultural analytics to develop decision-support tools. Key focus includes: Managing weather and soil…

Research Fellow Jr.

European Institute of Policy Research and Human Rights AISBL

Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

RemoteInternshipEntry-Level

Conduct literature reviews and prepare research summaries on policy, legal, or human rights topics in a remote environment. Key focus includes: Conduct literature reviews

Scientist (Gender, Social Inclusion and Development)

WorldFish

Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

RemoteContractMid-Level

The Scientist will design, lead, and publish strategic research on gender-inclusive and pro-poor value chains within aquatic food systems. Key focus includes: Design and lead strategic research on gen…

Behavioral Science Intern

Urban Resilience Hub by UN-Habitat's CRGP

Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

In-OfficeInternshipEntry-Level

The intern will assist in various research and analytical tasks related to behavioral science, including data collection, analysis, and reporting. Key focus includes: Assisting in research and analyti…

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