Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.
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Coordinate and supervise field collection teams and overall field operations.
Oversee study activities including chart preparation, scheduling protocol-specific procedures, consent administration, SOPs, and training of clinical staff.
Support the PI in informed consent administration in compliance with study protocols, local regulations, and GCP guidelines.
Ensure accurate data collection, workflow adherence, data capture in eCRFs/CRFs, and resolution of data discrepancies.
Monitor study compliance with protocols and GCP; audit study records, source documents, and maintain essential files.
Document study communications, protocol deviations, adverse events, and maintain regulatory reporting with IRB and investigators.
Liaise with sponsors, monitors, County Ministry of Health teams, CHMT, CAB, and other partners; prepare for monitoring and close-out visits.
Support field logistics including supplies, reimbursements, payments, troubleshooting site issues, and preparation of field and progress reports for the PI.
Any other duties as assigned by PI
Vacancy Requirements:
Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery/Community health from a recognized institution. Mandatory
Experience in conducting clinical research trials in busy clinical research environments with related quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) activities is desirable. Added Advantage
Must be registered with the Clinical Officers’ Council Mandatory
Proficiency in computer application skills Mandatory
Understanding and experience working with the primary healthcare system Mandatory
Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy Mandatory
Ability to read and understand complex clinical research documents Mandatory
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment Mandatory
Ability to prioritize tasks, establish timelines and meet multiple deadlines on concurrent projects/study cohorts Mandatory
Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with patients, co-workers, & physicians Mandatory
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Mandatory
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