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Job Description

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Biomedical Sciences, Medical Sciences, Public Health, any relevant Social Science or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office suite and other packages.
• Able to communicate effectively with members of the research team and national stakeholders
• Excellent written/oral communication, interpersonal and organization skills
• Fluency in English and Swahili, written and spoken, with additional fluency in Dholuo is preferred.
• Participated in at least one health related research activity as coordinator or supervisor

Key Skills and Competencies

• Planning and organizational skills;
• Ability to work with flexibility on several tasks simultaneously;
• Communication skills;
• Team player.

Job Summary: Reporting to the Study PI, the Research Administrator will be responsible for planning, and implementation of the study activities of the project, this includes training and supervision of clinical team and field staff, and ensuring that the research activities conducted according to study protocol.

Major duties and responsibilities:
Coordinate and implement study activities for L9LS according to research protocol including:

• Prepare Study Specific Standard Operating Procedures and train study staff on the same.
• Draft and translate Informed Consent document and other study research documents.
• Assist the Principal Investigator (PI) to oversee administration of consent forms in compliance with study procedures, local regulations and GCP guidelines.
• Review laboratory results and assist the PI in determining eligibility and selection of qualified subjects.
• Prepare recruitment, consenting, screening and enrolment logs.
• Monitor study team compliance with required study procedures and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
• Audit clinical study records; compare case report forms with source documents; review drug accountability records and other relevant study supplies.
• Document study-related communication with subjects, investigator, laboratories, sponsor and the rest of the research team.
• Document protocol deviations and ensure appropriate reporting.
• Maintain records and ensure communication with the ERC and Investigators regarding adverse events, safety reports, protocol amendments, committee reviews, informed consent modifications and Continuing review reports.
• Oversee the upkeep of Investigational Medicinal Product (IMP) inventory by liaising with the Pharmacy to ensure safe storage of IMP supplies according to site procedures, sponsor’s instructions, and product requirements.
• Assist in monitoring and documenting adverse events and reporting to the IRBs.
• Schedule and prepare for sponsor/monitor visits; and organize closeout visit.
• Attend and participate in meetings with local stakeholders and any other meetings as appropriate.
• Participate in regular team teleconference calls and provide updates
• Develop reporting mechanism for bringing critical and high priority issues to the investigators and the study coordinator
• Conduct community mobilization and sensitization activities
• Supervise and provide guidance to all study staff, including community health workers and other field staff. Carry out regular supervisory field visits
• Develop good working relationships with the County and Sub-County MOH, community leadership, and the research partners
• Adequately respond to questions about the study posed by participants and the community.
• Any other duties as assigned by the PI.

Interested candidates who meet the criteria above are encouraged to send in their applications. Terms of Employment: This is a one year (1) renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service with a probation period for the first 3 months. Remuneration: Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on education level, relevant experience and demonstrated competency. The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI guidelines.

Applications should include the following:

• Letter of Application (indicate vacancy number)
• 3 letters of reference
• Current Resume or CV, with names and contact information (telephone and e-mail address)
• Copies of Certificates or transcripts

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply through post to Deputy Director,CGHR, P. O. Box 1578-40100 Kisumu not later than December 20, 2022. KEMRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER; WOMEN AND DISABLED PERSONS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. KEMRI DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS SELECTION PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY TO RELEVANT AUTHORITY. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

To Apply:
https://www.kemri.go.ke/careers/