Study Coordinator - Migori at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, manage, and supervise the day-to-day operations of the study ;
• Supervise the study teams (Research Assistants and Data Analyst) to ensure that the study is conducted according to the study protocol and GCP;
• Oversee recruitment, retentions, and data collection activities ;
• Travel to field sites to ensure the smooth running of study activities;
• Develop and manage standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all study procedures
• Maintain Study Master File
• Prepare and submit study documents to ethics and regulatory committees, including protocol
• Organise and lead in-person and Zoom meetings regarding research updates, result.

Vacancy Requirements:

• A Master’s Degree in Public Health, Nursing, Psychology, or Clinical Research    Mandatory
• Prior experience with at least one of the following: adolescents, STI/HIV prevention, school-based, and/or livelihood interventions    Mandatory
• Additional training in a management-related field and research ethics will be an added advantage    Added Advantage
• Experience with Clinical Trials    Mandatory
• Valid practicing license where applicable    Mandatory
• Excellent interpersonal skills    Mandatory
• High level of competency in using Microsoft, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.    Mandatory
• Excellent organizational skills to independently manage workflow    Mandatory
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills    Mandatory
• Knowledge of sustainable agriculture practices.    Mandatory
• Experience in mentoring and supervising research staff.    Mandatory