University of California San Francisco Research Assistant Jobs in Kenya

University of California San Francisco Research Assistant Jobs in Kenya

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Social Network of Youths after HIV Seroconversion in the Sustainable East Africa Research in Community Health (SEARCH) Study will compare the social networks of youth before and after seroconversion and evaluate the association of the network changes with clinical outcomes.

Youths who were 15-24 years old and HIV uninfected during the baseline year and seroconverted prior to follow up year three will be involved in this cross-sectional survey.

Global Programs for Research & Training is seeking to employ one (1) Research Assistant. The position will require a 5 months commitment.

The Research Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Conduct recruitment, screening, and informed consent activities for the study

Timely Data entry of study information collected from participants

Conduct interviews at the clinic and participants’ homes using tablet PCs

Respond to data queries

Work with Clinicians to ensure accurate data collection and entry

Understand the study design and objectives to assist n the successful implementation of the study

Screen, recruit and consent study participants

Communicate with study coordinator, data manager and other HODs regularly on study data progress

Ensure compliance to protocol and procedures for the study

Ensure accurate and timely reporting as per study protocol

Works in a professional and ethical manner with competence, accountability and integrity

Required Qualifications

Diploma in IT, computer science, community development or related field required

Required Experience

Must have at least 2 years’ experience in data entry

Knowledge of computer packages such as MS Word, Excel, Access and databases such as Kenya EMR, Open MRS and comfortable working with computers

Familiarity

with using Android tablets to collect survey data and troubleshoot tablet malfunctions

Other Required Skills

Good understanding of HIV data collection tools such as Blue (Green) cards, MOH registers

Experience with questionnaire implementation on tablets and data abstraction

HIV research experience strongly preferred

Experience with research studies in community and/or HIV care settings

Excellent communication and organizational skills; detail oriented

Independent judgement and resourcefulness, understanding of the local social and geographical landscape as well as the community required
Fluency in English, Kiswahili and Dholuo required
High level of integrity

Ability to travel to study sites and participant homes on a regular basis

Ability to ride a motorbike (with a valid driving license) will be an added advantage

How to Apply

Qualified Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply.

All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed in the minimum requirements above with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

All applications must include the following:

Cover letter

Current CV with names and telephone numbers for three referees

Copies of academic and professional certificates

Salary history

Applications must be sent by email to HR.Kenya@ucglobalprograms.org with the email subject Research Assistant by end of day Friday, 26th July 2019.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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