Career Opportunities at Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)

Vacancy No. CGHR/226/11/21

Program Description: This Program is collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) whose remit is to conduct research in Malaria/HIV and other diseases. Due to its continued growth, the Family Health Unit at
KEMRI–CGHR, Kisumu, has a vacancy in Pregnancy Risk Stratification and Measure Alliance (PRiMA) study for the following position.

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Requirements

1. O–Level secondary education with a minimum grade of a D+ (plus)
2. Good command of English, Kiswahili and Dholuo in written and spoken
3. Ability to write brief reports and keep records.
4. Previous experience in research in Maternal and newborn research and service delivery.
5. Willingness to devote additional time to work including working during weekends, public holidays and night shifts.
6. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with members of the community and health facility staff
7. Knowledge of GCP principles

Job Description

The clerk (Labor monitor) will be responsible for monitoring study participants through labor process and document study data using appropriate study tools. They will also support Screening, consenting and enrolment of study participants as well as collection of relevant information to facilitate follow up and retention and ensure that these tasks conducted in the highest standards possible as per the FHU study protocols and GCP. S/he must be flexible and work within the existing structure, in a professional and ethical manner with competence, accountability and integrity.

Specific Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Follow up and track study participants due for delivery then plan for deliveries and data collection.
2. Support monitoring study participants during labor in the respective facilities and record study labor and pregnancy outcome data.
3. Collection of accurate intrapartum data from the study participants in line with the standards and guidelines set in the study protocol
4. In coordination with community team and MOH team, schedule and prepare a work plan for phone calls, home follow up visits and reminders for scheduled intrapartum and related follow–up visits for participants
5. Checking ANC/PNC registers to verify if all pregnant mothers can be approached and enrolled if eligible
6. Administer the consenting process and enroll participants in the study.
7. Taking a detailed locator for all the enrolled participants
8. Ensure that all the relevant case reports and appointment cards are administered appropriately, and all research questions are asked when interviewing each participant
9. Check questionnaires for accuracy and completeness at the end of interview sessions
10. Keep clean and comprehensive records of study visits and their outcomes
11. Conduct debriefing with each study participant at the conclusion of interviews
12. Ensure that one has requisite supplies in time
13. Adhere strictly to the project deadlines for completion of duties assigned
14. Attend all the routine study meetings in time and with progress reports as appropriate
15. Any other duties assigned/ delegated from time to time by your immediate supervisor.

Terms of Employment

This is a six (6) months fixed term contract. Compensation is as per the stated salary grade.

Applications should include the following:

1. Letter of Application (indicate vacancy number)
2. Current Resume or CV, with names and contact information
3. 3 letters of reference from referees listed on the CV
4. Copies of Certificates or transcripts

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Vacancy No. CGHR/227/11/21

Program description:

The Kenya Medical Research Institute is committed to providing the youth with opportunities to acquire, sharpen their knowledge and gain technical/practical skills to complement their studies in order to enhance their employability in line with the Kenya Vision 2030. The KEMRI internship program (KIP) seeks to develop a pool of young talent adequately exposed to working in the research industry. After the planned one year (Non–renewable) internship program, the candidates will have gained practical workplace experience to enable them to have a competitive edge in their job search. It is from this background that KEMRI–CGHR Kisumu seeks to recruit several interns in the below mentioned field.

Internship Area: Statistics, Computer Science – 4 Positions

Research – 4 Positions

Project: Enterics for Global Health (EFGH)–Shigella Study, Data and Field Section

Requirements:

1. Bachelor / Diploma Degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Public Health, Community Health and Development, Social Work and Social Sciences from a recognized university in Kenya
2. Be below thirty (30) years of age

Terms of Engagement:

Appointment in the Internship program will be for a period of one year. The successful candidate (s) will be paid a monthly stipend of shs. 25,000 for a degree holder and shs. 15,000 for a diploma holder without any other benefits. Interns will be expected to take up a personal accident cover and medical insurance cover for the period of internship

Applications should include the following:

1. Letter of Application indicating vacancy number
2. Current Resume or CV with names and contact information (telephone and e–mail address)

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Vacancy: CGHR/236/11/21

Project description: Base is a platform created to serve collaborative projects with shared facilities and equipment in Kisumu, Siaya, Busia and Homabay Counties. Base has a vacancy in the ICT section as stated below:

Location: Kisumu, Kisian

Duration: One (1) year with a possibility of extension

Reporting to: Senior ICT Officer

Job Specification

This is the entry and training grade for Bachelor’s Degree holders in this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the supervision of a Senior officer.

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Develop documentation of computer programs according to instructions and specifications
2. Install and configure computer systems
3. Maintain application systems
4. Train users on effective and efficient use of ICT facilities
5. Maintain up to date equipment maintenance register
6. Install, configure and monitor Local Area Network components
7. Participate in the planning and or deployment of ICT physical infrastructure
8. Assist users in the Active Directory, e–mail server and User applications
9. Update and maintain the Institute’s website as may be required from time to time
10. Service and repair ICT equipment; and
11. Perform regular data and application backups.

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:–

1. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: – Information Technology,
2. Computer Science or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution
3. Training and Certification in CCNA

Key Skills and Competencies

1. Analytical skills
2. Interpersonal skills
3. Communication kills
4. Remuneration: Compensation will be based on education level and demonstrated competency.

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Vacancy: CGHR/237/11/21

Project description: Base is a platform created to serve collaborative projects with shared facilities and equipment in Kisumu, Siaya, Busia and Homabay Counties. The Platform has a vacancy in the Maintenance section as stated below:

Location: Kisumu, Kisian
Duration: One (1) year with a possibility of extension

Reporting to: Senior Administrative Officer

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications

The duties and responsibilities:–

1. Install, inspect and test electrical installations in the Institute
2. Prepare repair and maintenance schedules in the relevant sections for Institute infrastructure, installations and equipment
3. Operate, maintain and service Plant, equipment, electrical infrastructure/ systems in the Institute
4. Operation, repair and maintenance of Institute utilities
5. Operate plant and equipment

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

1. Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized Institution.
2. Training and or experience in air–conditioning equipment/system
3. Training and experience in diesel generator plant maintenance
4. Proficiency in computer application
5. At least one year exposure to busy work environment with busy maintenance schedules

Key Skills and Competencies

• Communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Teamwork skills
• Integrity

Remuneration: Compensation at the stated grade is based on education level, relevant experience and demonstrated competency.

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Vacancy CGHR/241/12/21

The Kenya Medical Research Institute is committed to providing the youth with opportunities to acquire, sharpen their knowledge and gain practical skills in order to enhance their employability in line with the Kenya Vision 2030. We have opportunities for internship in the Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance study to conduct Community engagement and Qualitative Rapid Assessments on topical issues related to child and maternal health. These activities are important for sustained acceptability.

The CHAMPS project has internship opportunities in the Social and Behavioral Science (SBS) section for the following positions:

Location: KEMRI–CGHR, Kisumu

Reports to: SBS Coordinator

1. The interns will be trained on:
2. Stakeholder mapping and Community Engagement planning
3. Social science Research Methods (Key Informant Interviewing, Focus group discussions,
4. Qualitative Rapid Assessments, Transcription, Thematic Analysis
5. Rumors Surveillance

Requirements

Graduates of Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University in a Social Science discipline (Anthropology, Sociology, Community Health, Social work, Community development or related discipline)

In addition, the applicants must:

1. Be a Kenyan below 30 years of age; and
2. Should possess interpersonal and communication skills
3. Must be a person of integrity

Applications should include the following:

1. Letter of Application (indicate vacancy number)
2. Current Resume or CV, with names and contact information
3. Copies of Certificates or transcripts
4. The Internship programme will be for twelve (12) months and monthly stipend of Kes. 25,000 will be given without any other benefits

Please Note:

Interns will be expected to take up a personal accident cover and medical insurance cover

CHAMPS project DO NOT provide guarantee of employment in KEMRI after completion of the internship

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Vacancy No. CGHR/242/12/21

Position Description: The Kenya Medical Research Institute/Centre for Global Health Research (KEMRI/CGHR), the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are collaborating to conduct research on malaria, HIV, TB , COVID–19 and other diseases of public health importance. An opportunity is currently open for young motivated and enthusiastic Laboratory technologist within Malaria laboratory to work with the Immunology and Molecular Biology team

Reporting: Laboratory In–Charge

Essential Requirements

1. An applicant must be a graduate of a Diploma OR Higher Diploma in Biological Sciences (Medical Laboratory Technology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Parasitology, Microbiology) or any relevant field from a recognized institution of higher education in Kenya.
2. Sufficient knowledge in infectious sample handling
3. Sufficient knowledge in different types of ELISA assays
4. Sufficient knowledge on molecular testing procedures, analysis and interpretion
5. Minimum of one year of experience in a research laboratory
6. Proficiency in the use of computers and familiarity with laboratory information systems

Desired skills

1. Ability to work independently, in a timely manner and under minimum supervision
2. Ability to maintain project schedules and work extra hours as may be required
3. Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.

Major Duties

1. Study sample reception and accessioning based on established Criteria
2. Perform routine and complex technical Serological assays according to departmental standard
3. Operating Procedures
4. Monitor, Operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
5. Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
6. Report accurate and timely test results as per set study protocols
7. Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures
8. Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary

Additional Duties and responsibilities

1. Maintain proper safety working standards in the laboratory.
2. Monitor supply consumption and make request for additional reagents and laboratory equipment.
3. Maintain and clean and equipment.
4. Organise biological samples for appropriate storage and shipment.
5. Produce regular reports to the Laboratory Supervisor
6. Verification of samples received from the field for purposes of sample tracking
7. Entry of all laboratory data and production of simple summaries and reports
8. Carry out all other duties as may be assigned by the Research Officer

Terms of Employment: One year contract as per KEMRI scheme of service

Remuneration: Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, salary scheme is based on the KEMRI scales.

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 Vacancy No CGHR/244/12/21

Program description: This program is collaboration between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It involves conducting research and program support for activities related to malaria, HIV, Tuberculosis and other diseases. Due to its continued growth, the HIV Research Division has the following vacancy in the pharmacy unit.

Essential requirements:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy
2. Master’s Degree in Pharmacy related field or Master’s Degree in Public Health.
3. Licensed by the Pharmacy and poisons Board of Kenya.
4. At least two years Clinical Research experience.

Desired requirements:

1. Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Human Subject Protection (HSP) in research.
2. Good judgment in problem solving, awareness of own limitations and strong internal motivation.
3. Position description: The Pharmacist will report to the division lead and will be responsible for investigational products management and accountability for the clinical research site. S/he will be required to make contribution to protocol development and implementation, including providing technical advice on pharmacy related issues.

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Coordinate all issues related to investigational products importations, supply and preparation of all doses for administration/use to/by the study participants.
2. Maintaining appropriate records of the receipt and disposition of investigational products and Inventory of all medicines.
3. Maintain a system to monitor and document storage conditions for investigational products to ensure quality of the products is not compromised.
4. Manage study participant randomization process where applicable and ensure compliance to assigned treatment groups.
5. Maintains the blinding of the participant’s treatment assignment to investigators, study nurses, clinic staff and participant, where required.
6. Maintains the confidentiality of the participant, participant’s pharmacy file and the study drug/placebo accountability record.
7. Establishes a system to ensure that the participants sign an informed consent before dispensing the drugs and the current IRB approved version of the protocol is being followed when dispensing the investigational products.
8. Prepares pharmacy related standard operating procedures ensuring they meet GCP, NIH and other regulatory requirements.
9. Follows established departmental policies, procedures and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives and safety, environmental and/or infection control standards. Ensure compliance to established local and international pharmacy research standards and delivering acceptable monitoring reviews.
10. Lead and/or support in the conduct of clinical, pharmaceutical or epidemiological research.
11. Perform any other duty as assigned by the division lead.

Terms of Employment: A one year Renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service. Probation period for the first three months.

Remuneration: The salary scheme is based on KEMRI scales.

Applications must include the following:

1. Letter of Application (INDICATE VACANCY NUMBER)
2. Current Curriculum Vitae with contact telephone number and e–mail address
3. Three referees with contact telephone numbers and e–mail addresses
4. Copies of Certificates and Transcripts

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Vacancy: CGHR/245/01/22

Project description: Base is a platform created to serve collaborative projects with shared facilities and equipment in Kisumu, Siaya, Busia and Homabay Counties. Base has a vacancy in the Human Resource/Administration section as stated below:

Location: Kisumu, Kisian

Duration: One (1) year with a possibility of extension

Reporting to: Administrative Officer

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities will entail:–

1. Cleaning of offices and compound;
2. Recording and dispatching letters, files and documents;
3. Planting, weeding and pruning/mowing gardens;
4. Collecting, assembling and disposing waste.
5. Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by immediate supervisor

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:–

1. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean Grade D or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
2. Proficiency in computer application; and
3. Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

Key Skills and Competencies

1. Organizational skills
2. Public Relations skills
3. Communication skills in both English and Kiswahili
4. Interpersonal skills

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Vacancy: CGHR/247/01/22

Project Description

The Family Health Unit (FHU) is a section in the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) Centre for Global Health Research (CGHR). FHU conducts Clinical and Epidemiological Research focusing on maternal and child health. Ongoing research conducted within FHU include the Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) and Antenatal and Postnatal Care Research Collective
(ARC) platform studies that seek to collect high quality and accurate information on pregnancy,
COVID–19 prevalence in pregnancy and mitigating the impact of COVID–19 on maternal and new–born care.

Reporting to: Study Coordinator

Position Summary:

The incumbent, working with study and MOH teams, will be responsible for performing ultrasound scans, training and mentoring frontline health providers to perform obstetric ultrasound for the FAMLI study and other studies in the ARC platform. This will entail performing scans and archiving images for the ARC studies and assisting the ministry of health staff to perform routine scans.

Requirements:

1. Diploma in Radiography with two years’ experience in Obstetric Sonography.
2. A Higher National Diploma in Sonography will be an added advantage.
3. Ability to work with multiple stakeholders including ministry of health staff.
4. Licensed by the Kenya Radiation Protection Board.
5. Strong technical, communication, interpersonal, and patient service skills.
6. The ability to explain technical terms in a clear and understandable way.
7. Good eyesight and attention to detail.

Knowledge/Skills & Abilities

1. Excellent skills in obstetric ultrasound
2. Ability to work within a team environment and in diverse cultural environment
3. Experience with ultrasound picture archiving and communication software
4. Experience working with Ministry of Health staff
5. Computer literacy in Microsoft office suite
6. Experience using one or more statistical analysis software packages
7. Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, resourcefulness and attention to detail.
8. Works well with minimal supervision, employing sound judgment in problem solving and awareness of own limitations
9. Work in a professional and ethical manner with competence, accountability and integrity, maintaining positive working relationships

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Support coordination of FAMLI protocol in liaison with ARC platform coordinator and study team
2. Performing obstetric ultrasound scans for pregnant women participating in the ultrasound sub– study and other studies on the ARC platform
3. Assisting ministry of health staff to perform ultrasound for non–study participants
4. Training and mentoring health care providers (nurses, clinical officers) on obstetric ultrasound.
5. Explaining sonographic procedures to patients, answering questions, preparing patients by applying the gel to the skin, and positioning the patients on the table.
6. Selecting and examining images, looking for differences between healthy and pathological areas, and determining if the scope of the exam should be extended, based on preliminary findings
7. Presenting the sonograms and preliminary findings to the Physicians
8. Completing the appropriate documentation and maintaining patients’ histories and medical records

Applications MUST include the following:

• A cover letter addressing your interest and qualifications (Indicate Vacancy Number)
• Current Resume’ or Curriculum Vitae with Telephone number and e–mail address
• Copies of certificates and testimonials
• Three letters of reference with contact information (phone and email)

Terms Of Employment: Employment is on a one–year contract with a probation period for the first
3 months.

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KEMRI– RCTP VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Background Information:

The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), in collaboration with the University of Washington is currently conducting a research piloting HIV pre–exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) Integration into Services for Early Pregnancy Loss among Adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) in 4 health facilities (public and private) within Kisumu County. The PrEDIRA 2 Study is currently looking for a mature, motivated individual to fill in the following position:

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Vacancy No. FN–003–01–2022

Reports to: Study Coordinator

Duration: 9 months

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Register and consent study participants and assist with eligibility determination, screening and enrolment of study participants.
2. Informed Consent administration per study protocol and collection of participant medical, surgical and reproductive history.
3. Work in consultation with the study TAs in all steps above.
4. Provide contraceptive counselling, HIV/AIDS counselling and testing and STI risk reduction assessment counselling and support.
5. Pre–screening and screening of participants.
6. Support in health talks to participants at the clinic and mobilization sources.
7. Perform pelvic exams, cervical cancer screening, contraceptive counselling administration and removals.
8. Respond to questions about the study posed by participants and the community in consultation with the study doctor.
9. Ensure participant retention and adhere to site retention strategies.
10. Maintain a good relationship with the community, study participants and other clinic staff.
11. Maintain up to date participant visit notes.
12. Administer Case Report Forms (CRFs), accurate recording of data on CRFs and perform self QC.
13. Perform phlebotomy on all study participants.
14. Assess adherence to study products and take anthropometric measurements.
15. Develop and review clinic related SOPs.
16. Laboratory results interpretation.
17. Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports of personal study activities.
18. Closely work with other staff members to ensure the success of the study.

Qualifications

1. Diploma in Nursing – Registered Community Health Nurse (KRCHN) with extensive and recent hands–on clinical experience.
2. MUST be registered with the Nursing officer’s Council of Kenya.

Required Experience

1. More than two (2) years Clinical research experience.
2. Knowledge of HIV prevention and treatment services.
3. Good Clinical Practice training/Human Subjects Protection training in mental Health/Psychiatry Nursing, is an added advantage.

Other Required Skills

1. Commitment to integrity and high quality performance.
2. Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
3. Keen and attentive to detail.
4. Ability to follow instructions and procedures.
5. Articulate in both verbal and written communication in English and Swahili.
6. Counselling skills.
7. Computer literacy.

NOTE

1.  All applicants must meet each selection criteria detailed in the minimum requirements.
2. Must include a current CV with names of at least three referees.
3. Must include copies of academic and professional certificates.
4. A duly signed application letter indicating the vacancy reference with copies of documents

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Vacancy No: CGHR/238/11/21

The Kenya Medical Research Institute is committed to providing the youth with opportunities to acquire,

sharpen their knowledge and gain technical/practical skills to complement their studies in order to enhance their employability in line with the Kenya Vision 2030. The KEMRI internship program (KIP) seeks to develop a pool of young talent adequately exposed to working in the research industry. After the planned one year (Non–renewable) internship program, the candidates will have gained practical workplace experience to enable them to have a competitive edge in their job search.

KEMRI–CGHR Kisumu is seeking to recruit an intern in the below mentioned field; – Internship Area:

1. Human Resource –Two Positions)
2. ICT– One Position
3. Engineering and Maintenance–Two Positions
4. Project: Base

Requirements:

1. Human Resource: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma from a recognized institution in any of the following disciplines:
2. Business Management/Commerce, Human Resource Management or any related field
3. ICT: Diploma from a recognized institution in any of the following disciplines:
4. Computer Science or Information Communication Technology
5. Engineering and Maintenance: Diploma from a recognized institution in any of the following
6. disciplines: Electrical/Electronic, Medical, Biomedical engineering or any other related field
7. Below thirty (30) years old

Terms of Engagement:

Appointment in the Internship program will be for a period of one year. The successful candidate (s) will be paid a monthly stipend without any other benefits. Interns will be expected to take up a personal accident cover and medical Insurance cover for the period of internship

Applications should include the following:

1. Letter of Application indicating vacancy number
2. Current Resume or CV with names and contact information (telephone and e–mail address)
3. Copies of Certificates and transcripts.