Program Description: The Research Care and Training Program (RCTP) is
collaboration between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University
of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and University of Washington (UW).
We are seeking a motivated,
pro-active individual to work on the THINK2 Study.
THINK2 is a longitudinal
observational study of individuals with HIV-associated neurocognitive
disorders.
Job Title: Study Clinical Officer
(1 Position)
Reports to: The Principal Investigator
Location: Suba
Duration: Oct
2014 through to 30 April 2015
Vacancy No. FN-41-09-2014
Job Summary: The
incumbent will oversee daily clinical activities of the research project at the
Suba site.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out medical and neurological
examinations, interpret laboratory results, perform lumbar punctures
- Conduct neuropsychological testing
- Dispense and manage medications
- Accurate and prompt study documentation,
safety monitoring and follow-up of adverse events
- Assist with data entry and verification
- Reports to the Assistant Study Coordinators
- Other duties as assigned
Key Requirements:
Education: Diploma
in Clinical Medicine with current registration with Clinical Officers Council
of Kenya
Experience:
- At least one year experience with clinical
research
- At least one year experience in provision of
HIV care including anti-retrovirals
Other Skills:
- Excellent verbal and written communication
skills
- Excellent leadership, management and
interpersonal skills
- Excellent computer skills
- Fluent spoken English, Dholuo, and Kiswahili
required
Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technologist
(6 Positions)
Reports to: SEARCH Laboratory Coordinator
Duty Station: Suba/Rongo
Districts
Duration: 9 Months
Vacancy Number: FN-42-09-2014
Job Summary: Successful
applicants will be responsible for running tests in the field laboratory
station during the community health campaigns, Post CHC tracking and processing
samples in the
mobile RNA laboratory station.
mobile RNA laboratory station.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform SEARCH study specific assays: POC CD4
using PIMA™ analyzers, HIV rapid tests, Malaria RDTs, Sputum for AFB, and
Blood glucose levels, Full haemogram and blood Chemistries e.g. Liver
function tests and renal function tests
- Sample collection and processing: Infant DBS
and finger prick whole blood capillary blood for viral load RNA
- Adhering to Professional Code of Conduct and
Research Ethics
- Preparing Sample aliquots, archival and
storage in the freezer works software
- Performing maintenance and troubleshooting on
laboratory equipments
- Laboratory Waste segregation and management
- Stock control using stock cards
- Ensure efficient chain of custody of all
samples collected, laboratory study documents, results and perform tests
as per the specific laboratory SOPs
- Projection on consumables and reagents, and
re-ordering whenever due.
- Any other duty as assigned by the laboratory
coordinator
Key Requirements:
- Diploma in Medical laboratory Technology from
the Kenya Medical Training College or any relevant, recognized institution
- Registered with the Kenya Medical Laboratory
Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB)
- Current KMLTTB Practicing License
- Current and valid Motorcycle riding license
would be an added advantage.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Laboratory Skills:
- Good clinical and laboratory practices
training (GCLP)
- Phlebotomy :Venous whole blood and capillary
blood collection
- Conduct rapid HIV antibody testing, Malaria
RDT test, Blood sugar tests, Sputum for AFB and DBS sample collections
- Sample archival and storage
- CD4 count using PIMA Machine
- Laboratory commodity management
2. Ability to communicate effectively
both orally and in writing in English and Dholuo
3. Should embrace community-based
development work.
4. Knowledge of computer software applications
including MS-Office suite.
5. Interest in working in an
innovative and demanding environment with extensive travel to rural sites in
Suba/Mbita and Rongo Districts.
Applications must include the
following:
- A cover letter stating current work (if
applicable), current salary and date available to start work on the
project
- A current CV with names and telephone contacts
for at least 2 referees
- Copies of academic and professional
certificates and copy of the latest pay slip
- At least two recommendation letters,
preferably from previous employers
All applications must be sent
electronically to the email address below followed by hard copies which should
be delivered or posted so as to reach the following address by 30th September
2014
eMail: hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org
Human Resources Manager
KEMRI – RCTP/ FACES Program
P. O Box 614-40100
Kisumu
KEMRI – RCTP/ FACES Program
P. O Box 614-40100
Kisumu
Please write the Vacancy Number, and
Position applied for on the envelope and in the subject Line of the Email.
Note: RCTP or any of its programs, Studies or Projects
does not solicit for Money or any form of reward for a Job applicant to be
considered for employment.
Any such requests should be
immediately reported to the HR department.
Any job applicant who tries to
corrupt our employee during any stage of the staff hiring process will be
disqualified.
KEMRI is an equal opportunity
employer.
Women, the Youth, people with
disabilities are encouraged to apply.