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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Register and consent study participants and assist with eligibility determination, screening, and enrolment of study participants.
Informed Consent administration per study protocol and collection of participant medical, surgical and reproductive history.
Support in health talks to participants at the clinic and mobilization sources.
Respond to questions about the study posed by participants and the community in consultation with the study doctor.
Maintain up-to-date participant visit notes
Administer Case Report Forms (CRFs), accurate recording of data on CRFs, and perform self-
Perform phlebotomy on all study participants
Assess adherence to study products and take anthropometric measurements
Closely work with other staff members to ensure the success of the study
Vacancy Requirements:
Diploma in Nursing
Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
At least two (2) years Clinical research experience
Demonstrated competence in female reproductive health service delivery, including cervical cancer screening, counselling, and provision of various contraception methods
Knowledge of HIV prevention and treatment services
Good Clinical Practice training/Human Subjects Protection training in mental Health/Psychiatry Nursing, is an added advantage Added Advantage
Commitment to integrity and high-quality performance
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team
Keen and attentive to detail
Ability to follow instructions and procedures
Articulate in both verbal and written communication in English and Swahili.