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:

• Participate in participant review and care, and all study procedures as guided by study protocols.
• Perform pelvic exams, cervical cancer screening, contraceptive counselling administration, and removals
• Perform phlebotomy on all study participants
• Assess adherence to study products and take anthropometric measurements
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports of study activities
• Monitor adverse events and report them to the safety monitor as required.
• Act as liaison between investigators, and participants.
• Promote good clinical practice in the conduct of clinical studies and provide medical input at all stages of the project lifecycle
• Perform any other job-related duties as may be requested or required

Vacancy Requirements:

• Bcahelor’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery (MBChB    Mandatory
• A valid retention certificate from KMPDC    Mandatory
• Demonstrated competence in female reproductive health service delivery, including cervical cancer screening, counseling, and provision of various contraception methods    Mandatory
• Two years’ experience in a similar field.    Mandatory
• Experience in a research setting and having a Human Subject protection certificate will be an added advantage    Added Advantage
• Excellent interpersonal skills to deal effectively with clinicians, other study staff, participants, administrators, regulators, monitors, and sponsors.    Mandatory
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite.    Mandatory
• Excellent organizational skills to independently manage workflow.    Mandatory
• Ability to prioritize quickly and appropriately    Mandatory
• Ability to multi-task.    Mandatory
• Meticulous attention to detail    Mandatory
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills