KEMRI Project Social Scientist Jobs in Kenya
KEMRI Project Social Scientist Jobs in Kenya
KEMRI–CCR PHRD (Thika) clinical trials Project is currently looking for a motivated individual to fill in the following vacant position: Project Social Scientist.
Job Purpose
To address qualitative research questions, generate data and contribute to research publications.
Responsibilities
Formulating standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the qualitative study
Ensure all related records and reports are handled and managed in line with the study protocol and the Standard Operation Procedures.
Ensure work is done within the project timelines.
Help to design, develop, critique and review data collection tools.
Collecting data through observation, in-depth interviews, focus group discussions and completion of quantitative surveys.
Transcribing and translating interview transcripts from recordings and interview notes.
Quality control through reviewing transcripts.
Recruiting participants for study participation.
Analysis and coding of raw data using relevant analysis software.
Generation of research progress reports and support manuscript writing.
Data storage and archiving of the qualitative documents.
Work closely with study investigators to help plan, deliver and report qualitative research.
Coordinate specific assigned studies and participate in team calls.
Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Staff Qualification and Competencies
Education and Professional training
At least a Masters Degree in Social sciences. PhD preferred.
Competencies
Excellent facilitation skills.
Good writing, presentation and communication skills.
Team
player.
Highly organized.
Very good IT and analytical skills.
Attention to detail.
Experience
At least five years’ experience working in behavioural science research.
Good experience with qualitative data and research.
Training in/exposure to interview planning, conducting and analysis.
Comfortable with interpreting SOPs and applying these to data collection and analysis.
Performance Management
Performance evaluation will be carried out by the respective HOD.
Performance evaluation will be carried out annually.
Performance evaluation will be based on verifiable data and information.
Performance evaluation will be done against the following key performance indicators:
Performance against responsibilities and duties as per job description.
Demonstrable professional growth.
Continued competence in line with set standards.
Performance against annual objectives in line with the balanced score card.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; KEMRI Project Social Scientist Jobs in Kenya
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