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Internal Training Opportunity – LC3 Doctoral School At EPFL in Switzerland (Open)

Full time @Meru University of Science and Technology posted 4 months ago in Education/Training
  • Meru, Imenti North, Meru County, Eastern, 60200, K..., 972 View on Map
  • Post Date : July 9, 2025
  • Salary: Ksh30,000.00 - Ksh150,000.00 / Monthly
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Job Detail

  • Job ID 2311
  • Offered Salary  1000
  • Career Level  Others
  • Experience  3 Years
  • Gender  Both
  • Industry  Education/Training
  • Qualifications  Degree Bachelor
  • State  Meru
  • City  Meru

Job Description

Internal Training Opportunity – LC3 Doctoral School At EPFL in Switzerland (Open)

INSTITUTE OF CEMENT & CONCRETE

Internal Training Opportunity

(LC3 Doctoral School At EPFL in Switzerland)

Background
Limestone Calcined Clay Cement (LC3) Technical Resource Centre for Africa (LC3-TRC Africa) is a project domiciled at the Institute of Cement & Concrete (ICC) at Meru University of Science & Technology, Kenya. The project aims to support the cement and concrete industry as well as the general construction industry in Sub-Saharan Africa in the uptake of LC3 technology.

LC3-TRC Africa is participating in the LC3 Doctoral School training at Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Lausanne, Switzerland from February 2026. The project seeks applications from highly motivated postgraduate students and/or staff to participate in the LC3 Doctoral School program. The project seeks to support qualified and motivated individuals to attend this training at EPFL, Switzerland. This opportunity is open to candidates who meet and/or shall meet the following requirements:

Pre-training requirements
a) Must have a valid Kenyan Passport.
b) Successful candidates will sit for a qualifying exam.
c) Show evidence of participation in research, training and outreach activities at the Institute of Cement and Concrete.
d) Evidence of an approved MSc/PhD proposal in the field of cement and concrete at MUST.

Post-training requirements
a) Participate in intensive training sessions at EFPL in Switzerland
b) Develop and implement a dissemination plan for the lessons learned at EPFL
c) Develop a database for key cement industry, construction industry, government, and non-governmental organizations with the potential to collaborate with LC3
TRC Africa
d) Submit a back-to-office office report upon return from Switzerland
e) Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives at the Institute of Cement and Concrete.

Skills and Competencies
a) Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
b) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
c) Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy
d) Ability to work independently and as part of a team
e) Strong organizational skills

Required Documents
Submit the following documents to apply for this competitive training opportunity:
a) Motivation Letter: Outline your enthusiasm for participation in the LC3 doctoral school
b) Copy of National Identity Card: Provide a clear copy of your national identity card
c) Copy of the Biometric page only of the new generation travel passport: Provide a clear copy of your passport biometric page
d) Application Letter: Detail your relevant experience and qualifications for this role
e) A resume /CV
f) Two Letters from Referees:
 Internal Referee: A letter from a Head of the Department / Supervisor within the University who can attest to your skills and work ethic.
 External Referee: A letter from an external professional who can provide insights into your qualifications and character.
Note: Applicants are request request their referees to send the letters of recommendation directly to Email: icc@must.ac.ke by 20th July, 2025 at 5:00 p.m EAT.

Benefits
a) The successfully candidate(s) will receive subsistence allowances, training registration fees, and travel costs including a return flight ticket (economy class)
b) Expand your personal and professional network globally
c) Gain specialized expertise on characterization techniques adapted to LC3
d) Enhance your professional skills and credentials
e) Opportunity for career advancement
f) Contribute to maintaining high standards of quality and excellence

Application Procedure
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit the required documents listed above to the Email: icc@must.ac.ke by 20th July, 2025 at 5:00 p.m EAT. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and further assessment.

For Inquiries, contact Ms. Emily Mukiri, Email: emukiri@must.ac.ke

 

Application Deadline: 20th July, 2025 at 5:00 p.m EAT
Don’t miss this chance to take your career to new heights. Apply now.

‘Qualified women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply’

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