Research Assistant at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

To assist in field data collection

Research Assistant Job Responsibilities

• Timely abstraction of data from patients’ charts
• Verify quality of data by comparing abstracted data to source documents
• Ensure facilities have adequate data collection tools and request necessary supplies for the project
• Liaise with the health facility staff to ensure project activities are conducted as scheduled
• Providing project management team with regular feedback on field activities
• Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

Requirements for the Research Assistant Job

• College diploma in nursing, health records or any health related field
• Experience working in a Comprehensive Care Centre will be an added advantage
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Past experience in electronic data collection using Survey CTO/ ODK desirable
• Excellent organizational skills
• Good interpersonal skills