Data Intern at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

A KEMRI –CCR Clinical Trials Research Project based in Thika is currently conducting clinical trials and is
looking for motivated individuals to fill in the following positions: Data Intern (One position) -To be based in Thika

Purpose

The purpose of the internship is to assist in data management including data transcription, mining, filing, archiving of records, QA/QC, database updates and generating reports.

Responsibilities

• Data transcription, compilation, cleaning , and processing for entry into databases
• Updating live databases for long term data storage and back-ups
• Preparing daily and weekly systemic reports
• Scanning and filing of records, archive systems in accordance to department procedures
• Basic monitoring of security and IT technology
• Any other duties assigned by Supervisor
• Education and Professional training
• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics (preferably statistics) and computer science or a related field from a
  recognized university
• Novice data analysis skills (STATA and or R)

Competencies

• Very Good IT skills including hardware, software and networks
• Good communication skills.

Experience

• Experience in data entry/data management.
• Skills in database development is an added advantage.

Terms of Engagement:

Appointment in the Internship program will be for six (6) months. This may be extended for another six (6) months depending on performance.

Please Note:

1. A stipend will be provided.
2. Interns will be expected to take up a personal accident cover and medical Insurance cover