International Livestock Research Institute Study Manager Jobs in Kenya
International Livestock Research Institute Study Manager Jobs in Kenya
The ProgramILRI is in the process of developing a Contract Research Organization (CRO) arm to provide services to internal and external research projects utilizing its animal research facilities.
To ensure the delivery of efficient and high-quality research in line with compliance (VICH GCP) and time lines, ILRI is looking for an experienced person to manage the animal facility operations, resources scheduling and animal facility compliance to applicable standards ensuring good quality work, delivery and in a cost-efficient manner.
Key Responsibilities
Study Director/Investigator
Serve as Investigator as needed on studies as appointed by Test Facility Management,
Primary role in drafting study proposals and budget development; protocol development, writing, editing and review; study report writing, editing, and review,
Drafting and submission of research approvals to IACUC and IBC, including addressing any questions received from these committees,
Ensure the health and welfare of the personnel involved in the study and the animals during the study through monitoring adherence to the Biosafety Manual and animal welfare policies,
Overseeing the receipt, dispensing, and disposal of test articles or investigational veterinary products according to the study protocol, local regulations, and internal standard operating procedures,
Overseeing the receipt, dispensing, and disposal of imported biological material according to the import permit and protocol requirements,
Manage & oversee study phases outsourced to approved external laboratories / consultants / vendors,
Provide guidance and training on studies to research and technical staff,
Study sponsor interaction and effective and timely communication to study sponsor representatives, study monitors and site management on study progress and results, including addressing any study related questions,
Coordinate and/or participate in day-to-day research activities such as dose preparation, administration, observations, sample collection and other related research tasks.
In the role as assistant study Investigator
Serve as lead support to a Study Director/Investigator/Coordinator as needed on studies as appointed by Test Facility Management,
Study master file administration, including, but not limited to the preparation and close-out of files, raw data reviews, and data management tasks,
Assist in
drafting study proposals, protocols, and reports,
Assist in drafting research approval applications to IACUC and IBC,
Coordinate study related activities with other applicable departments as necessary,
Coordinate and/or perform study setup: preparation and review of facility/study logs, study rooms/cages, animal selection and acclimation, environmental enrichment, scheduling study activities, and other related duties as needed,
Coordinate and/or participate in day-to-day research activities such as dose preparation, administration, observations, sample collection, and other related research tasks,
Communicate study progress to the Study Director/Investigator/Coordinator and Study Sponsor when requested,
Timely reporting of study adverse events to the Study Director/Investigator/Coordinator.
General
Team Lead duties which includes resource scheduling and updating of departmental worksheets in line with good people practices and in accordance with departmental objectives,
Coordinate and/or respond to QA, regulatory agency, and sponsor audits in a timely manner,
Develop, validate, and execute novel study models,
Identify and implement preventative measures in accordance with set instructions and procedures in cases where serious diseases are suspected,
Control document development and review as required.
Requirements
Masters degree in Natural or Biological Science with 9 years of experience or PhD in Natural or Biological Science with 2 yrs of experience
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and 2 years’ research experience
Expertise in animal health, animal welfare, biosecurity, bio-safety issues, and the 3Rs (Refine, Replace and Reduce) concept associated with animal health research
Ability to work in multi-cultural environment and foster teamwork
Ability to work with limited supervision and to take initiatives
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; International Livestock Research Institute Study Manager Jobs in Kenya
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