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  • Posted: Nov 18, 2022
    Deadline: Dec 2, 2022
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    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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    Study Coordinator

    Vacancy No. FN-01-11-2022

    Duration: 9 Months as per KEMRI Scheme of Service. The first 2 months is a probation period

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Develop an in-depth understanding of the study protocols, goals and logistics required to conduct research studies and implementation projects
    • Maintain daily oversight of study implementation
    • Coordinate study team to ensure proper performance of study and project activities
    • Evaluate potential patients for inclusion in the study according to the study protocol
    • Oversee the recruitment of study participants by providing counseling and linkage of study participants in conjunction with research assistants
    • Perform study visits and clinical assessments of participants, document study procedures, and interpret laboratory results in collaboration with study PIs.
    • Ensure participant safety through monitoring of clinical and laboratory adverse events
    • Ensure timely reporting of SAEs/UAEs and protocol deviations.
    • Take the lead in training and supervising the functions of relevant clinical personnel.
    • Ensure participant privacy and confidentiality are maintained
    • Overseeing, improving, and coordinating the study implementation in the health facilities and ensuring all services comply with the Quality Management Plan
    • Mentoring and supervising clinic staff members in participating sub-counties
    • Compiling clinical and study data and regular reports from the study sites
    • Developing clinic Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS) to be used in the study sites
    • Oversee and monitor study budget expenditure
    • Maintain relationships with collaborating partners and the MoH
    • Work professionally and ethically with competence, accountability, and integrity
    • Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by the study PIs
    • Works professionally and ethically with competence, accountability, and integrity

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from a recognized training institution.
    • Be duly registered by the relevant professional body
    • Hold a valid practicing license

    Additional desirable qualities

    • At least three years’ experience working in a clinical trial or research setting – or equivalent, preferably in a supervisory role or with supervisory duties
    • Experience working in HIV care, either in a clinical or research setting
    • Comfortable working in Siaya and Kisumu County, including in rural clinics and communitybased projects
    • Be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and preferably Dholuo
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    • Effective written communication skills, including project reporting, including using MS Word, Power point, and MS Excel

    Method of Application

    • All applicants must meet each selection criteria detailed in the minimum requirements.
    • Indicate Position & Vacancy Number as the subject of the Email
    • Must include a current CV with names of at least three referees.
    • Must include copies of academic and professional certificates.

    A duly signed application letter indicating the vacancy reference with copies of documents listed above should be sent to: hrrctp@kemri-rctp.org not later than 2nd December, 2022.

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