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Position Summary:

• The position holder will be expected to provide clinical support to a clinical research team conducting
• an oral PrEP study and provision of reproductive health services to adolescent girls, young women
• and older women. In addition, they will provide oversight and leadership to the daily conduct of
• clinical studies as a designee of the Principal Investigator.
• Responsibilities
• Provide training, mentoring and guidance to clinical staff in all aspects of trial conduct and project
• orientation to ensure compliance with protocols and guidance documents
• Promote good clinical practice in the conduct of clinical studies and provide medical input at all
• stages of the project lifecycle
• Ensure preparedness of staff and site for study implementation.
• Participate in participant review and care, and in all study procedures as guided by study protocols.
• Oversee all clinic and other study personnel performing study specific tasks and procedures.
• Oversee regulatory submissions and approvals to local ethical review committees and liaise with
• other project managers to ensure timely submissions to international institutional review
• boards.
• Maintain all study records including but not limited to, regulatory binders, study specific source
• documentation and other materials as required.
• Monitors adverse events and reports them to the safety monitor as required.
• Coordinates and facilitates monitoring and auditing visits, notifies appropriate institutional
• officials audits, responses to any findings and implements approved recommendations.
• Act as liaison between investigators, participants and staff.
• May perform other job related duties as requested or required

Qualifications

• Degree in Medicine and Surgery (MBChB)
• At least 3 year work experience as a Medical Officer
• Previous management and leadership experience.
• Experience in a clinical research setting is preferred
• Demonstrated clinical competence.
• Knowledge of clinical trial ethics and Good Clinical Trial Practice will be an added advantage Licensure
• Must have valid retention certificate from KMPDC

Other Required Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational skills to independently manage work flow.
• Ability to prioritize quickly and appropriately
• Ability to multi-task.
• Meticulous attention to detail

Applicants should attach the following:

• Letter of Application (Indicate Vacancy Number) and date available to start working for the study
• Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae with Telephone number and e-mail address
• Two letters of reference with contact telephone numbers
• Copies of Academic Certificates and Transcripts
• A copy of National Identity card or passport

Applications to be done through the email phrdrecruit@pipsthika.org no later than 28th February 2022. (Indicate Position & Vacancy Number as the subject of your Email)
KEMRI or any of its programs, Studies or Projects does not solicit for Money or any form of reward for a Job applicant to be considered for employment. Any such requests should be immediately reported to the HR department.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
KEMRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY PERSONS WITH DISABILITY, WOMEN, YOUTH AND THOSE FROM MARGINALIZED AREAS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• Installing, inspecting and testing installations in the institute
• Preparing repair and maintenance schedules in the relevant sections for institute infrastructure, installations and equipment.
• Maintaining, repair, servicing and operating Plant, vehicles, equipment, roads
• buildings, plumbing and drainage systems in the institute
• Operation, repair and maintenance of institute utilities
• Participating in design and preparation of specifications for simple structures and
• installations
• Taking and updating inventory of institute assets
• Servicing and calibrating institute equipment

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• At least four(4) years relevant work experience;
• Diploma in any of the following fields: Electrical/Electronics, biomedical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, building and construction, architecture or other relevant field from a
• recognized Institution.
• Basic Calibration course by the relevant standards body.
• Proficiency in computer application.
• Demonstrated work performance and results; and
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Teamwork skills
• Integrity

Terms of Employment

• Employment is for one (1) year contract, as per KEMRI Human Resource Policy and Procedures Manual with a probation period for the first three (3) months.
• The following will be required during the interviews:– Certificate of good conduct, Higher Education Loans Board compliance certificate, KRA Tax compliance certificate, Credit Reference Bureau clearance certificate, Ethics and Anti–Corruption Commission clearance

Kindly attach your cv, cover letter, copies of certified academic and professional certificates, testimonials and other relevant documents.
All the applications to be done through KEMRI Website E–Recruitment Portal on or before 27th February 2022 latest 5.00 p.m.

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Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:–

• Implementing records management policies and procedures;
• Ensuring security of files and information;
• Ensuring proper handling of documents, pending correspondences and bring ups;
• Preparing disposal schedules in accordance with relevant government laws and regulations;
• Classifying and indexing of records;
• Ensuring effective mail management ;and
• Maintaining, verifying and evaluating existing records management systems.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:–

• At least four (4) years relevant work experience;
• Diploma in Records Management, Information Management, Information Science, Library Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
• Key Skills and Competencies
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Integrity
• Team player
• Attention to detail

How To Apply

Kindly attach your cv, cover letter, copies of certified academic and professional certificates, testimonials and other relevant documents.
All the applications to be done through KEMRI Website E–Recruitment Portal on or before 27th February 2022 latest 5.00 p.m.

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Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:–

• Participating in Implementation of records management policies and procedures;
• Providing support in security of files and information;
• Providing support in handling of documents, pending correspondences and bring ups;
• Participating in disposal schedules in accordance with relevant government laws and regulations;
• Providing support in Classifying and indexing of records;
• Providing support in mail management; and
• Participating in maintaining, verifying and evaluating existing records management systems.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:–

• Diploma in Records Management, Information Management, Information Science, Library Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.
• Key Skills and Competencies
• Organizational skills;
• Communication skills;
• Interpersonal skills;
• Integrity;
• Team player;
• Attention to detail;

Terms of Employment

• Employment is for one (1) year contract, as per KEMRI Human Resource Policy and Procedures Manual with a probation period for the first three (3) months.
• The following will be required during the interviews:– Certificate of good conduct, Higher Education Loans Board compliance certificate, KRA Tax compliance certificate, Credit Reference Bureau clearance certificate, Ethics and Anti–Corruption Commission clearance.

How To Apply

Kindly attach your cv, cover letter, copies of certified academic and professional certificates, testimonials and other relevant documents.
All the applications to be done through KEMRI Website E–Recruitment Portal on or before 27th February 2022 latest 5.00 p.m.

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Required Qualifications

•  Must have graduated with a BSc. Biochemistry / Molecular Biology/ Biotechnolo-
• gy/ Genomics or any related course from a recognized institution.
•  Familiarity with molecular biology laboratory equipment.
•  Conversant with molecular biology techniques; DNA /RNA extraction, PCR,
• qPCR, Fragment analysis and sequencing.
•  Familiarity with qPCR testing of COVID–19 samples.
• Under the training, guidance and supervision of Head Schistosomiasis research division, the interns will be involved in:
•  Assisting in running of routine laboratory assays
•  Assisting in running assays for research project
•  Assisting in the maintenance of laboratory inventory
•  Assisting in sample reception and documentation
•  Carrying out COVID–19 sample testing and storage
•  Maintaining proper records of all experimental data
•  Assisting in preventive maintenance and daily monitoring of equipment
•  Adhering to all safety and quality control requirement In Search of Better Health
•  Assisting in other tasks to support the day to day running of the laboratory.

Terms of Engagement:

• Appointment in the Internship program will be for a period of six (6) months. The successful candidate (s) will be paid a monthly stipend Ksh. 25,000 without any other benefits.
• Interns will be expected to take up a personal accident cover and medical Insurance cover for the period of internship

Applications should include the following:

• Letter of Application indicating the field of study
• Current Resume or CV with names and contact information (telephone and e–mail address)
• Copies of Certificates and transcripts.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application together with their detailed CV to:
The Director General & CEO
P.O. Box 54840 – 00200,
NAIROBI
Attention: Deputy Director, CBRD [Shistosomiasis Laboratory].
OR
Email: cbrd@Kemri.go.ke NOT LATER than Monday 21st February, 2022.
The Email subject should indicate: “CBRD COVID INTERN APPLICATION”
KEMRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITED TO DIVERSITY; PERSONS WITH DISABILITY, WOMEN, YOUTH AND THOSE FROM MARGINALIZED AREAS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. KEMRI DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS RECRUITMENT PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION, INTERVIEW AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY.

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Reporting to: Site Coordinator

JOB PURPOSE

The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring compliance with the clinical trial protocol; ensure site adheres to Good Documentation Practice (GDP); handling of the data and other materials at the site, including the Investigator Site File, completed CRFs, and the original medical records or files for each participant; internal quality checks in accordance with required study procedures and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.

Essential Requirements:

1. Diploma /BSc. degree in Nursing and Clinical Officer.
2. Experience in clinical trials with at least two (2) year clinical work experience.
3. Have a good working knowledge of GCP requirements for clinical trials.
4. Attention to detail and systematic approach to their work.
5. Work with minimal supervision and have a high standard for research ethics

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Monitor study team compliance with required study procedures as outlined in the protocol and GCP standards.
2. Review participant files for accuracy and ensure specific visit on CRF are completed as per GCP standards.
3. Assess and ensure site complies with GCP principles on study participant safety throughout participation in trial
4. Assist in monitoring, documenting and reporting adverse events to IRB and Sponsor
5. Maintain documents as required by regulatory agency guidelines
6. Resolve data queries and record discrepancies identified during in-house reviews
7. Report the problems requiring action to the clinical research coordinator and PI
8. Ensure that study ICFs are complete and obtained according to GCP standards and site SOP
9. Conduct staff training on quality assurance issues
10. Perform real-time quality control checks on Source documents and performing updates (if any)
11. Performs source data verification (SDV).
12. Supervision of maintenance of subject screening and enrollment logs
13. Writing and reviewing of study Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
14. Knowledge of protocol submission to IRB / Regulatory authorities is an added advantage
15. Perform other duties as assigned by the CRC, PI or clinical management team

Terms of employment

Employment is a one year renewable contract with a probation period for the first 3 months.

Salary is negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency. 

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Reports to: Principal Investigator

Position Summary:

The position holder will be expected to provide clinical support to a clinical research team conducting an oral PrEP study and provision of reproductive health services to adolescent girls, young women and older women. In addition, they will provide oversight and leadership to the daily conduct of clinical studies as a designee of the Principal Investigator.

Responsibilities

1. Provide training, mentoring and guidance to clinical staff in all aspects of trial conduct and project orientation to ensure compliance with protocols and guidance documents
2. Promote good clinical practice in the conduct of clinical studies and provide medical input at all stages of the project lifecycle
3. Ensure preparedness of staff and site for study implementation.
4. Participate in participant review and care, and in all study procedures as guided by study protocols.
5. Oversee all clinic and other study personnel performing study specific tasks and procedures.
6. Oversee regulatory submissions and approvals to local ethical review committees and liaise with other project managers to ensure timely submissions to international institutional review boards.
7. Maintain all study records including but not limited to, regulatory binders, study specific source documentation and other materials as required.
8. Monitors adverse events and reports them to the safety monitor as required.
9. Coordinates and facilitates monitoring and auditing visits, notifies appropriate institutional officials audits, responses to any findings and implements approved recommendations.
10. Act as liaison between investigators, participants and staff.
11. May perform other job related duties as requested or required

Qualifications

1. Degree in Medicine and Surgery (MBChB)
2. At least 3 year work experience as a Medical Officer
3. Previous management and leadership experience.
4. Experience in a clinical research setting is preferred
5. Demonstrated clinical competence.
6. Knowledge of clinical trial ethics and Good Clinical Trial Practice will be an added advantage
7. Licensure
8. Must have valid retention certificate from KMPDC

Other Required Skills

1. Excellent interpersonal skills.
2. Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite.
3. Excellent organizational skills to independently manage work flow.
4. Ability to prioritize quickly and appropriately
5. Ability to multi-task.
6. Meticulous attention to detail

Applicants should attach the following:

1. Letter of Application (Indicate Vacancy Number) and date available to start working for the study
2. Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae with Telephone number and e-mail address
3. Two letters of reference with contact telephone numbers
4. Copies of Academic Certificates and Transcripts
5. A copy of National Identity card or passport

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Reports to: Fiscal and Administration Manager.

Job purpose: The selected candidate will handle project accounting, logistics and administrative duties at the clinical trials site in Thika.

Responsibilities:

1. Maintain project accounting records using QuickBooks accounting software.
2. Prepare and submit timely and accurate financial monthly reports on usage of project funds
3. to multiple donors and sponsors for various studies.
4. To prepare monthly study budgets.
5. Monitor budgets utilization and communicate variances on a regular basis to the
6. management and sponsors.
7. To receive and account for office petty cash.
8. Maintain complete and accurate office petty cash records and reconciliations.
9. To assist in the management of office and study supplies.
10. Effectively manage service providers and suppliers.
11. Provide administrative, operations and logistical support to ongoing study activities.
12. Manage project vehicles and coordinate transport.
13. To implement financial policies and procedures.
14. Assist in managing vendor and utility bills.
15. Ensure all project equipment are well maintained and operating optimally and maintain fixed
16. assets register.
17. Maintain assets register and ensure that project equipment is well maintained.
18. Any other duty assigned by the management from time to time.

Education and Experience:

1. Should have a degree in business related course
2. Be a Certified Public Accountant

Work experience of at least one year.

1. Advanced excel knowledge and experience are required
2. Exposure to QuickBooks accounting package will be an added advantage
3. Competencies and skills:
4. Excellent computer skills
5. Excellent administrative skills
6. Excellent report writing skills
7. strong personal communication
8. Mature and self-motivated
9. High Integrity and confidentiality
10. Experience of accounting and/or bookkeeping
11. Excellent communications skills
12. Good planning and organizing skills
13. Ability to work independently

Terms of employment

Employment is a one-year renewable contract with a probation period for the first 3 months. Salary is negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency.