Research Assistant at KEMRI Wellcome Trust Research Programme (KWTRP)

Reports to: Study Lead.
Job Purpose: The Research Assistant will be responsible for recruitment and data collection.

Responsibilities

1. Ensure all related records and reports are handled and managed in line with the study protocol and the Standard Operation Procedures
2. Contact study participants as per study protocol and complete relevant study collection tools
3. Prepare daily report on progress of each study participant contacted and update the study coordinator and field coordinator
4. Liaise with field coordinator and lead clinician on home visits/trace-ups for study participants
5. Assist the clinic team complete relevant data collection forms
6. Provide study team with regular feedback on study activities
7. Participate in regular team calls and meetings
8. Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Requirements

1. College Diploma in Clinical Medicine, Pharmacy or Nursing field
2. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
3. Excellent organizational skills
4. Good interpersonal skills
5. Immediate availability

Terms of Employment

Employment is on a one year renewable contract with a probation period for the first 3 months.
Salary is negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency.