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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Consent study participants;
• Collect stool samples as per the protocol;
• Complete study forms and books accurately and completely;
• Ensure proper labelling and tracking of samples and accuracy before leaving the household and Clinics;
• Ensure that there are requisite supplies and procured in good time;
• Attend study field briefs and share progress of work;
• Must be flexible to work during weekends and public holidays;
• Be responsible for the study supplies and equipment’s while in the field;
• Perform any other duties assigned or delegated by the Project Coordinator

Vacancy Requirements:

• Minimum of a Diploma in any Biomedical Sciences;    Mandatory
• Good English and Swahili, both spoken and written;    Mandatory
• Must be able to write brief reports and keep records;    Mandatory
• Must be computer literate;    Mandatory
• Must be a team player.    Mandatory
• Team player    Mandatory
• Excellent Communication and people skills    Mandatory
• Highly organized    Mandatory
• Ability to work under minimum supervision    Mandatory