Clinical Officer- Kwale (2 positions) at Kenya Medical Research Institute – KEMRI

Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.

Vacancy No. CVDC/011/03/23

Position summary

The candidate will be expected to assist the study medical officer (MO) with the safety monitoring of the BOHEMIA clinical trial. The CO will be part of a team of two COs and one MO and they will be responsible for implementing trial safety monitoring, follow-up, documenting, reporting and evaluation of adverse events

Job Specification

• Follow guidance given by the MO of the BOHEMIA clinical trial;
• Be familiar with the study protocol, procedures, informed consent forms, participant diaries, study medication and dosage, and timeline;
• Obtain all necessary training and participate in study specific trainings;
• Provide training support to field officers or others as required;
• Assist with the establishment of a reporting system between the field staff, the site clinical team and the Sponsor for SAEs and pregnancies;
• Carry out an investigation for every SAE registered and fill out follow up reports;
• Adhere to strict reporting guidelines;
• Assist the clinical trial team during the monitoring visits;
• Address the monitoring team findings of the clinical trial;
• Undertake any other clinical related duties as required by study principal investigator.

Person specification

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine;
• Be registered with relevant authorities and in possession of a valid practicing license;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written;
• Training in Good Clinical Practices and Paediatric Life Support are added advantages.
• Experience in medical research and clinical trials is desirable;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel;
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to motivate a team and inspire others;
• Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking skills;
• Excellent time management, prioritization and organizational skills;
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, ability to handle troublesome situations and anticipate issues with a decisive attitude;
• utstanding communication skills with ability to adapt to different types of audiences maintaining cultural sensitivity and professionalism;
• Willingness to live in Kwale and proficiency in Mijikenda languages;
• Experience working in Kwale will be an added advantage.

Terms of Employment

Eight (8) months renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service. Probation period for the first 3 months. Salary is payable within the stated job grade