KEMRI / UW Research Study Coordinators
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The KEMRI / UW research collaboration aims to conduct interdisciplinary, setting-specific research aimed at improving the lives of women and children living in Kenya.
Specifically our research strives to understand various infectious diseases afflicting these populations and testing interventions.
We are looking for motivated, committed, and honest staff member to join our team.
Job Title: Study Coordinator
(2 Positions)
Job Description: The Study Coordinator will be responsible for the coordination of clinical trials and observation studies to ensure smooth implementation of the study.
She/he will manage the project on a day-to day basis, recruit research participants and oversee the collection of study and trial data whilst ensuring that these research processes adhere to regulatory requirements.
She/he will also work with study primary investigators to develop standard operating procedures, prepare and submit regulatory authority documents, design and edit appropriate logs to document study-related activities, design and edit case report forms, conduct internal monitoring to ensure all protocols are being followed, and leading regular in-house trainings.
Qualifications
Master of Science Degree in Nursing or Public Health or Degree or Higher Diploma in Nursing or Public Health with at least 5 years of experience in infectious diseases related research activities
Be able to design, amend and implement Research Protocols
Ability to manage and supervise a team of study personnel
Ability to communicate effectively and frequently to domestic and international supervisors
Be able to manage and supervise study staff
Computer literate (Word, Excel)
Good communication and organizational skills
More than 3 years experience in Clinical Research
Able to multi-task
Be a team player
Willing and ready to travel within countryResponsibilities
The clinical study coordinator will act as the primary point person for the Study and will oversee all study activities including but not limited to:
Scheduling and managing all staff members at various study sites, training new staff members including giving briefings on all operational policies and procedures; ensuring each person understands his/her role and responsibilities
Fill in for study staff when necessary
Maintain strong relationship with study clinical sites and community groups involved
Develop standard operating procedures and best practices for the studies
Develop quality control and assurance checks for study procedures and data
Attend trainings and organize follow-up training of study procedures
Ensure that all data and adverse event forms are filled out appropriately
Observation of study procedures to ensure adherence to protocol
Maintenance of Master File
Responsible for all ethical and pharmacy review board applications
Pilot testing of case report forms and database
Ensure that participant charts and specimens are conveyed daily between clinic site and the laboratory
Coordinate staff evaluation procedures
Make weekly reports on the administration of the study
Address weekly data queries
Perform other duties that may be given by the Investigators
Uphold the mission and vision of KEMRI/UW OrganizationTerms of Employment: One year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service and a probation period for the first 3 months. The successful candidate shall be based in Nyanza.
Remuneration: Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency.
The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI salary scales.
If you meet the above requirements, please CLICK HERE to complete the application form: and then send an application letter with your current CV that contains details of your qualifications, experience and the full time telephone number and names and addresses of 3 professional referees and copies of certificates and testimonials to Email address: kemriuwjobs@gmail.com to reach us by Monday 4th July, 2016 at 5.00 p.m.
Note: Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
