NGO Jobs in Kenya – KEMRI

Chief Laboratory Technologist

MR 13
Location: Thika
Reports to: Principal Investigator

KEMRI –CCR PHRD (Thika) clinical trials Project is currently looking for a motivated individual to fill in the
following position:

Job Purpose:

The Chief Laboratory Technologist will be responsible for the management of operations and coordination of laboratory activities.

Responsibilities

·         Responsible for assisting the laboratory Director in the overall direction of the Clinical Research Centre Laboratory.

·         Responsible for assisting the Director in the design and implementation of the Quality management program.

·         Ensuring that the laboratory produces quality clinical results by directly participating in testing a supervising.

·         Responsible for supervising all the laboratory functions including but not limited to clinical laboratory SOP development and maintenance, proficiency testing, phlebotomy (policy and procedure).

·         Serve as the primary point of contact for all clinical laboratory related issues, results, interpretation and logistics.

·         Responsible for developing and facilitating a good management structure within the laboratory.

·         Conducting protocol for specific laboratory tests & procedures

·         Writing and implementing an analytical laboratory plan for newly implemented research and/or clinical studies

·         Management of overall in charge of shipments- by obtaining permission from ERC & MOH and Liaises with couriers and Seattle for shipment of samples.

·         Liaising with Clinic on matters related to the study and promoting Lab – Clinic interface.

·         Responsible for the coordination of all regulatory and compliance activities and training requirements for the laboratory.

·         Oversee annual review of lab SOPs & initiate updates as needed; collect signatures and maintain inventory of archived documents.

·         Managing the QA program including EQA and IQC.

·         Responsible for the overall maintenance of the laboratory equipment.

·         Maintaining laboratory records, data management and good documentation practices.

·         Preparing duty Rota and ensures all sections are adequately covered.

·         Conducting lab staff performance and appraisals, orientation and training new employees on Human subject, GCP.

·         Supervising laboratory technologists in the collection, processing and storage of samples.

·         Ensures adherence to study protocols and proper handling of bio-hazardous materials.

·         Coordinating collaborations with other laboratories

·         Serves as liaison to internal and external investigators and collaborators.

·         Ensures on-going integrity of laboratory samples by overseeing all handling and repository projects while assuring accurate documentation and adherence to protocols and to timelines.

·         Responsible for assisting the laboratory Director in the overall direction of the Clinical Trials Research Laboratory.

·         Advising the laboratory director on technical issues within the laboratory.

Requirements

·         Possess Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related discipline.

·         A Masters’ Degree in a Science related field.

·         At least seven (7) years’ experience in a busy clinical research laboratory.

·         At least five (5) years’ experience in management position

Job Knowledge and Skills:

·         Experience in carrying out laboratory testing for research and/or clinical trials.

·         Experience in usage of Laboratory information Management systems (LIMS)

·         Must possess a scientific imagination commensurate with the independent execution of research projects

·         Trained on Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP)

·         Experience in laboratory audit processes

·         Must have an aptitude for technical problem solving

·         Ability to effectively supervise laboratory staff, interns and students on attachment in the laboratory.

·         Good communication and management skills

·         Knowledge of basic word processing and basic statistical skills of analyzing laboratory data and evaluation of quality control laboratory data

Terms of Employment

Employment is on a one year renewable contract with a probation period for the first 3 months. Salary is negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency.

Research Assistant

M/R 8
Location: Thika
Reports to: Country Director Scale-Up Project

Job Purpose: The Research Assistant will be responsible for field data collection.

Responsibilities

·         Timely abstraction of data from patients’ charts

·         Verify quality of data by comparing abstracted data to source documents

·         Ensure facilities have adequate data collection tools and request necessary supplies for the project

·         Liaise with the health facility staff to ensure project activities are conducted as scheduled

·         Providing project management team with regular feedback on field activities

·         Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Requirements

·         College diploma in nursing, or other health related field

·         Experience working in a Comprehensive Care Centre will be an added advantage

·         Ability to work independently and as part of a team

·         Past experience in electronic data collection using Survey CTO/ ODK desirable

·         Excellent organizational skills

·         Good interpersonal skills

Terms of Employment

Employment is on a one year renewable contract with a probation period for the first 3 months. Salary is negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency.

Data Internship

Location: Thika
Reports to: Data Manager

Job Purpose

To assist in data management including data collection, mining, filing, archiving, QA/QC, database updates, reports generation, etc.

The internship programme will be for six (6) months renewable once.

Responsibilities

·         Data collection, compilation , cleaning , investigational analysis and processing for entry into databases

·         Designing, improving and updating live databases for long term data storage and back-ups

·         Assisting in data analysis

·         Installing and configuring computer hardware, software systems, networks, printers and scanners

·         Ensure technology is accessible and equipped with current hardware and software

·         Trouble shoots all technology issues including hardware, software and network operating system

·         Preparing daily and weekly reports

·         Scanning and filing of records, archive systems in accordance to department procedures

·         Monitor security of all technology

·         Any other duties assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and computer science or a related field from a recognized university

·         Training on data analysis (STATA and or R)

·         Experience in data entry/data management an added advantage

·         Skills in database development

Competencies

·         Very Good IT skills including hardware, software and networks

·         Good communication skills.

How to Apply

A duly signed application letter indicating the vacancy reference with copies of documents listed above
should be sent to: phrdrecruit@pipsthika.org not later than 13th July 2018.

KEMRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY; PERSONS WITH DISABILITY, WOMEN, YOUTH AND THOSE FROM MARGINALIZED AREAS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. KEMRI DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS RECRUITMENT PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION, INTERVIEW AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY.

Only those shortlisted will be contacted.