KEMRI / University of Washington Study Study Clinical Officers Jobs in Kenya
KEMRI / University of Washington Study Study Clinical Officers Jobs in Kenya
The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) in collaboration with the University of Washington (UW) is conducting research studies in Kenya.
The KEMRI / UW research collaboration aims to conduct interdisciplinary, setting-specific research aimed at improving the lives of women and children in Kenya.
Specifically, our research strives to understand various infectious diseases afflicting these populations and testing interventions.
We are looking for staff who will assist the Study Coordinator in implementing an upcoming clinical trial.
Job Description:
The Study Clinical Officer (CO) will be responsible for managing the study site.
She/he will oversee a study team responsible for screening, enrollment, follow up, and management of care for study participants.
She/he will also be responsible for performing physical examination, administration of study investigational product.
The Study CO will also be responsible for data collection, direct data entry, and responding to data queries.
She/he will be based in Nyanza region where patient recruitment will be happening.
The Study Clinical Officer will report directly to the Deputy Study Coordinator.
Qualification
Diploma in Clinical Medicine
At least three (3) years working experience in clinical research or in a busy clinic setting
Registration certificate and valid practicing license from the relevant professional body
Experience in clinical trials will be an added advantage
Ability to manage and supervise a team of study personnel
Ability to communicate effectively and frequently to domestic and international supervisors in person, over the phone, on Skype, and over email.
Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Skype, email).
Able to multi-task.
Team player.
Highly detail oriented.
Willing and ready to travel within the Nyanza Region.
Direct clinical care to infants.
Fluency in English and Kiswahili.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated track record working in busy clinic
Research experience
Responsibilities
Screen and consent study participant who meet the eligibility criteria
Perform baseline and follow up physical examination
Attend to study participants at the health
facility and do daily ward rounds
Administer the investigational product to the enrolled study participant
Management and recording of incidental illnesses and any side effects from the study investigational product
Make diagnoses and decisions to admit patients per the study protocol
Ensure accuracy, correctness and completeness of questionnaires by performing quality control
Ensure real time data entry of the questionnaires into the database within 24 hours
Present weekly and monthly reports of clinic activities on patients enrolled and all excluded patients and reasons for exclusion where applicable and plans for follow up
Record and report any SAEs observed or reported by the care giver immediately within 24 hours of becoming aware
Maintain a chart of initial and follow up visits by clients to track their progress and clinic attendance
Collect specimens and ensure tracking to ensure delivery. Oversee the work in the laboratory.
Perform verbal autopsy on all cases of mortality occurring at home.
Maintain proper communication between clinic and Study Coordinators office.
Manage study clinic staff at the study site.
Manage stock inventory within the study site.
Make weekly reports on the administration of aspects of responsible study site.
Address weekly data queries.
Fill-in for site staff members when necessary.
Perform other duties that may be given by the Study Coordinator and investigators.
Uphold the mission and vision of KEMRI/UW organization.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; KEMRI / University of Washington Study Study Clinical Officers Jobs in Kenya
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