The KEMRI / University of Washington
Study
Internal / External Job Announcement
We are looking for a motivated,
committed, and honest staff members to join our team.
Internal / External Job Announcement
The KEMRI / UW research collaboration
aims to conduct interdisciplinary, setting-specific research aimed at improving
the lives of women and children living in Kenya.
Specifically, our research strives to
understand various infectious diseases afflicting these populations and testing
interventions.
Job Title: Study
Lab Technologist
(2 Positions)
Job Group MR/7
Job Description: The Study Lab Technologist will work as part of a study team.
She/he will be responsible for collecting, processing, and shipping participant
samples.
The same person will be responsible
for entering collected data from paper forms into a computer based database and
responding to data queries. She/he will be based in Migori or Homa Bay Counties
where patient recruitment will be happening.
The Lab Technologist will report
directly to the site supervisor and will be a part of a large clinical-research
team located in Kenya and the United States. She/he is expected to work under
minimal supervision and provide guidance to other study staff under her/him.
Qualifications
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Diploma in Medical Laboratory
Technology
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Certificate in safe phlebotomy and
good clinical laboratory practice
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Be registered by the Kenya Medical
Laboratory Technologist Board
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Three year’s experience in laboratory
setting (clinical research preferred)
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Computer literate (Word, Excel,
email)
·
Excellent communication and
organizational skills
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Team player
·
Highly detail oriented
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Willing and ready to travel within
the Nyanza Province
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Flexible working schedule, depending
on conditions in the field. Overtime/weekends/public holidays if required
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Fluency in English and Kiswahili.
Knowledge of Dho/Luo/Kuria an added advantage
Responsibilities
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Ensure standardization of all
laboratory tests performed on specimens that are collected
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Ensure that all laboratory equipment
function and all supplies adequately stocked and ordered in a timely fashion
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Ensure that the correct protocols and
techniques for processing and storing of samples are used
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Ensure proper storage of specimen
material
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Ensure all specimens are labeled
appropriately and logged in appropriately
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Ensure proper tracking and recording
of all specimens in the laboratory
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Accurately enter data to computerized
database in a timely manner
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Perform regular checks of data
entered on paper forms to those entered in the database
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Respond to data queries
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Present weekly and monthly reports of
laboratory activities
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Prepare weekly data reports of the
site activities
·
Liaison with staff working in the
clinic
·
Perform other duties that may be
given by the site supervisor
·
Uphold the mission and vision of
KEMRI/UW organization
Terms of Employment: One year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service
and a probation period for the first 3 months. The successful candidate shall
be based in Nyanza.
Remuneration: Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on
educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency. The salary
scheme is based on the KEMRI salary scales. Health Insurance Cover is provided
for the staff members only.
How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements,
please CLICK HERE to complete the online
application form and send an application letter with your current CV that
contains details of your qualifications, experience and the full-time telephone
number and names and addresses of 3 professional referees and copies of
certificates and testimonials to Email address: kemriuwjobs@gmail.com to reach
us by Friday 19th October, 2018 at 3.00 pm.
Job Title: Study Coordinator
Job Group MR/9
Job Description: The Study Coordinator will be responsible for the coordination
of clinical trials and observational studies to ensure smooth implementation of
the study.
She/he
will manage the project on a day-to day basis, recruit research participants
and oversee the collection of study and trial data whilst ensuring that these
research processes adhere to regulatory requirements.
She/he
will develop standard operating procedures, prepare and submit regulatory
authority documents, manage study implementation teams, design and edit
appropriate logs to document study-related activities, design and edit case
report forms, maintain records of all study-related documents, conduct internal
monitoring to ensure all protocols are being followed, and lead regular
in-house trainings.
Qualification
·
Degree in Nursing or Public Health or
Degree or Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine Nursing or Public Health with at
least 5 years of experience in infectious diseases related research activities
·
At least 5 years’ experience
coordinating research studies; clinical trial experience is preferred
·
Experience in coordination of
multiple sites and teams
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Experience in coordinating externally
monitored studies
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Be able to design, amend and
implement research protocols
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Ability to manage and supervise a
large and diverse team of study personnel
·
Ability to communicate effectively
and frequently to domestic and international supervisors in person, over the
phone, on Skype, and over email.
·
Computer literate (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, email)
·
Excellent communication and
organizational skills
·
Able to multi-task
·
Be a team player
·
Highly detail oriented
·
Willing and ready to travel within
country on a regular basis
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Must have Certificate of good conduct
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Must have KRA Certificate of Tax
compliance
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Must have Clearance Certificate from
HELB
·
Must have credit reference Bureau
Certificate
Responsibilities
The
clinical study coordinator will act as the primary point person for the study
and will oversee all study activities including but not limited to:
·
Scheduling and managing all staff
members at various study sites, training new staff members including giving
briefings on all operational policies and procedures; ensuring each person
understands his/her role and responsibilities
·
Set up and manage enrollment sites at
various health facilities in Homa Bay and Kisii Counties
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Act as a liaison between members of
hospitals, Ministry of Health, and communities including conducting regular study
sensitization sessions and discussion forums
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Maintain strong relationship with
study clinical sites and community groups involved
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Develop and update standard operating
procedures and associated logs
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Ensure compliance to standard
operating procedures and best practices for the study
·
Develop and maintain quality control
and assurance checks for study procedures and data
·
Organize and lead training of study
procedures
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Ensure all data and adverse event
forms are filled out appropriately, submitted in a timely fashion, and records
maintained
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Observation of study procedures to
ensure adherence to protocol
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Maintenance of Trial Master File and
all quality control documentation
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Responsible for all ethical and
pharmacy review board applications
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Coordinate staff evaluation
procedures
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Make weekly reports on the
administration of the study
·
Fill-in for site staff members when
necessary
·
Act as a liaison between site staff
members and Nairobi and Seattle based study leadership through regular
communication with both site staff and study leadership
·
Lead weekly study calls with the
leadership team in Nairobi and Seattle
·
Perform other duties that may be
given by the Study Investigators
·
Uphold the mission and vision of
KEMRI/UW Organization
Terms of Employment: One year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service
and a probation period for the first 3 months. The successful candidate shall
be based in Nyanza.
Remuneration: Compensation
is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on educational levels, relevant
experience and demonstrated competency. The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI
salary scales.
How to Apply
If
you meet the above requirements, please CLICK HERE to complete the online application form and then
send an application letter with your current CV that contains details of your
qualifications, experience and the full-time telephone number and names and
addresses of 3 professional referees and copies of certificates and
testimonials to Email address: kemriuwjobs@gmail.com to reach us by Friday 19th
October, 2018 at 3.00 p.m.
KEMRI
is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.
Persons
with disability, women, youth and those from marginalised areas are encouraged
to apply.
KEMRI
does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process including
application, interview meeting and processing of offer letter.
Note: Only the
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.