KENYA MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE E-RECRUITMENT PORTAL
Key Responsibilities:
- Receive, label, process, and store biological specimens in accordance with study protocols and Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) standards.
- Perform routine and specialized laboratory analyses (e.g., hematology, biochemistry, microbiology) as required by clinical trial protocols, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Accurately record test results and promptly report abnormal findings to the study team, ensuring timely data entry into clinical trial databases.
- Ensuring timely dispatch of test results
- Prepare and package biological samples for domestic and international shipment in compliance with IATA regulations and study-specific protocol requirement.
- Ensure all laboratory procedures and documentation meet regulatory, ethical, and sponsor requirements, including proper handling of SOPs, logs, and deviation reports.
- Maintain strict adherence to quality control procedures, calibration schedules, and equipment maintenance to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Monitor lab supplies and reagents, ensuring stock levels are adequate and that all materials are within expiration and validated for use.
- Adhere to biosafety and infection control protocols to maintain a safe laboratory environment.
- Participate in training sessions, internal audits, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain laboratory excellence
Vacancy Requirements:
| # | Description. | Requirement Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | At least four (4) years of relevant work experience; | Mandatory |
| 2 | Diploma in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Laboratory sciences, Laboratory Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; | Mandatory |
| 3 | Valid practicing license from the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board, where applicable; | Mandatory |
| 4 | At least three years’ experience working in a clinical trial or research setting will be an added advantage | Added Advantage |
| 5 | Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution. | Mandatory |
| 6 | Analytical Skills | Mandatory |
| 7 | Communication skills | Mandatory |
| 8 | Interpersonal skills | Mandatory |
| 9 | Team player | 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.