KEMRI Research Administrator Jobs in Kenya

KEMRI Research Administrator Jobs in Kenya

Program description:

This program is collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) whose main remit is to conduct research in Malaria, HIV, parasitology, TB and other diseases. The Malaria Branch has a vacancy for Research
Administrator for L9LS Study.

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.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; KEMRI Research Administrator Jobs in Kenya

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