Social Scientist at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

To address qualitative research questions, generate data and contribute to research publications.

Responsibilities for the Social Scientist Job

• Help to design, develop, data collection tools
• Collecting data through observation, in-depth interviews and focus group discussions, Transcribing and translating interview transcripts from recordings and interview notes
• Verification of data for analysis- Analysis and coding of raw data using relevant analysis software.
• Generation of research progress reports
• Quality control through reviewing transcripts
• Work closely with study investigators to help plan, deliver and report qualitative research activities
• Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Social Scientist Job Qualifications

• Postgraduate Degree in Social sciences or relevant field
• At least two years’ experience in qualitative research
• Excellent facilitation skills
• Good presentation and communication skills
• Team player
• Highly organized
• Very good IT and analytical skills