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OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT
NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION (NISTI) VACANCY
Principal Research Officer – Research and Development Programme Division
Job Description
Main Purpose of the Job: To provide overall support in the field of research and development (R&D) in accordance with the Institute’s functions. The role focuses on identifying national R&D needs and priorities, coordinating applied research programmes, and ensuring effective delivery of innovation initiatives that contribute to socio‑economic development.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Identify national R&D needs and priorities and contribute to resource allocation.
- Ensure research standards, techniques, and procedures are respected in line with international benchmarks.
- Assess proposals for relevance to national socio‑economic growth and development.
- Provide advice on research design, instruments, and techniques, and guide early‑career researchers.
- Supervise Senior Research Officers and Research Officers on projects and programmes.
- Liaise with local, regional, and international research centres to strengthen collaboration.
- Build networks with universities, industry, and government stakeholders to support applied research.
- Facilitate cross‑sector collaboration to minimise duplication and maximise impact.
- Plan and coordinate day‑to‑day research activities within agreed programmes.
- Contribute to planning and monitoring of projects, innovation grants, and pilot programmes.
- Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for inclusion in NISTI’s reporting framework.
- Contribute to research reports and publications, and present outcomes to stakeholders.
- Analyse and interpret research results, generate original ideas, and disseminate findings to academia, industry, and policymakers.
Benefits
Salary Grade: Band 5
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualification and Experience:
- Master’s Degree in any scientific field, with experience in research and publication work.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English, Creole, and French).
- Strong IT skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Databases).
- Proven ability to plan, organise, and supervise research projects.
- Experience in budget tracking, quality management, and reporting.
- Strong organisational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to work in stressful environments with composure and tact.
- Ability to maintain effective working relations internally and externally, and meet deadlines.
Working Relationships:
- Internal: Works closely with the CEO of NISTI and other senior staff.
- External: Coordinates and collaborates with agencies, universities, industry partners, donors, and service providers.
- Team Contribution: Supports collective outcomes by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday – 08:00 a.m. to 04:00 p.m.
How To Apply
Interested candidates should Sign-up or login to apply now or forward your application to the:
Chief Executive Officer
National Institute for Science, Technology and Innovation (NISTI)
OR email to [email protected] by 4 November 2026.
Note:
In order to increase your chances of a successful selection, kindly ensure that your application is complete and that all relevant information such as your qualifications have been provided with your application. Otherwise, the Employer reserves the right not to consider your application for selection.
