KENYA MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE E-RECRUITMENT PORTAL
Key Responsibilities:
- Pre-screening, screening, enrollment and follow up of participants
- ii.Identifying symptomatic participants indicating potential malaria infection and conducting testing using gene-deletion RDTs.
- iii.Assisting in the distribution of rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) for priority conditions to participants.
- iv.Providing guidance on the proper use of home-based RDTs and ensuring participants understand when to contact the CHW or research team.
- v.Carry out QA/QC of study CRFs and source docs and resolve queries that may arise.
- vi.Counsel participants on adherence to study products
- vii.Laboratory results interpretation and participant management accordingly
- viii.Perform projection and orders of the required testing commodities in liaison with the health center staff and account for their use
- ix.Establish and maintain good relationships with participants to foster study retention.
- x.Literacy in multiple Microsoft-based computer applications
- xi.Take history from study participants and carry out clinical services and procedures.
- xii.Document all aspects of study participant care and maintain accurate and complete medical records
- xiii.Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen;
- xiv.Filling case report forms including electronic data capture and ensure data confidentiality;
- xv.Data Collection and involvement in field activities;
- xvi.Ensure good retention of study participants
- xvii.Completing medical referrals appropriately
- xviii.Other duties as assigned by the Study Coordinator
Vacancy Requirements:
| # | Description. | Requirement Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | i.Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery; | Mandatory |
| 2 | ii.Registration Certificate from the Clinical Officers’ Council; | Mandatory |
| 3 | iii.Membership to a relevant professional body; | Mandatory |
| 4 | iv.At least three years’ experience working in a clinical trial or research setting will be an added advantage | Added Advantage |
| 5 | v.Certificate in “Good Clinical Practice” and/or “Human Subjects Protection” | Mandatory |
Application Procedure:
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- Candidates must supply an email and telephone contact that will be used when offering interviews. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce ORIGINALS of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates, original transcripts and testimonials, detailed curriculum vitae and valid clearance certificate (certificate of good conduct) during the interviews.