Vacancies at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop budget for the project based on proposed activities and resources.
• Monitor and control expenses to ensure the project stays within budget limits.
• Record and track all financial transactions related to the project.
• Ensure all expenses are properly documented with receipts and supporting documents.
• Ensure that the project’s financial activities comply with institutional policies, grant conditions, and relevant regulations.
• Advise the Site principal investigator on financial planning and resource allocation.
• Assist in preparing financial sections of progress reports or final project reports for funders.
• Prepare periodic financial reports showing expenditures, commitments, and available funds.
• Prepare payment vouchers as well as revenue vouchers and submit for processing in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations;
• Entering in the system entries relating to revenues and expenses
• Maintaining primary records such as cashbooks, ledgers, vote books, registers and preparation of simple management reports e.g. imprest and expenditure returns.
• Generate donor invoices, receipt funds from donor and budget in the study account.

Vacancy Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting option) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;    Mandatory
• Proficiency in computer applications; and    Mandatory
• Fulfilled the requirement of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.    Mandatory
• Proficiency in IT    Skills & Competencies
• Planning skills    Skills & Competencies
• Analytical skills    Skills & Competencies
• Communication and reporting skills;    Skills & Competencies
• Interpersonal skills;    Skills & Competencies
• Team player and    Skills & Competencies
• Ethical and integrity    Skills & Competencies

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Key Responsibilities:

• Enter data from Case Report Forms (CRFs) into Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems with high accuracy.
• Perform source data verification and assist in resolving data discrepancies.
• Organize, label, and securely store physical participant files and trial source documents.
• Maintain up-to-date CRF tracking logs, visit logs, and query resolution logs.
• Prepare and retrieve files for internal monitoring, sponsor audits, and regulatory inspections.
• Support the management and inventory of the data archive room and file storage systems.
• Provide first-level ICT support including troubleshooting of data entry devices (scanners, tablets, desktops) and internet connectivity issues within the station.
• Report ICT-related issues to the Data/ICT Manager and follow up on ticket resolution.
• Assist in configuration and routine checks of EDC hardware and peripheral devices.
• Ensure data handling complies with GCP, institutional SOPs, and data protection guidelines.

Vacancy Requirements:

• Diploma in Health Records, Information Technology, Information Science, or a related field.    Mandatory
• At least one year experience working in a clinical trial or research setting or equivalent.    Mandatory
• DBMS Skills (Data Cleaning/Query resolutions, and normalization).    Mandatory
• Familiarity with EDC platforms (e.g., REDCap, OpenClinica, Castor,Medidata Rave) is an added advantage.    Added Advantage
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills    Mandatory
• Effective written communication skills, including project reporting, including using    Mandatory
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint.    Mandatory
• Works professionally and ethically with competence, accountability, and integrity.    Mandatory

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Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and manage sign-in sheets, appointment logs, and visit or records
• Handle inquiries in person, via phone, or email, and direct them appropriately
• Assist in printing, photocopying, and organizing trial-related forms or documents
• Assist in distributing internal communications, meeting notices, or updates
• Maintain logs for participant visits, courier shipments, and general office supplies.
• Issue visitor badges and maintain security logs as required
• Assist in coordinating refreshments or logistics for study meetings or training sessions
• Cleaning of offices and compound
• Recording and dispatching letters, files and documents
• Coordinate participant transport reimbursement and keep meticulous records
• Planting, weeding and pruning/mowing gardens
• Collecting, assembling and disposing of waste
• Any other office work that may arise

Vacancy Requirements:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean Grade D or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;    Mandatory
• Proficiency in computer application; and    Mandatory
• Organizational skills;    Mandatory
• Public Relations skills    Mandatory
• Communication skills in both English and Kiswahili    Mandatory
• Interpersonal skills    Mandatory
   

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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:

• At least four (4) years of relevant work experience;    Mandatory
• 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
• Valid practicing license from the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board, where applicable;    Mandatory
• At least three years’ experience working in a clinical trial or research setting will be an added advantage    Added Advantage
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.    Mandatory
• Analytical Skills    Mandatory
• Communication skills    Mandatory
• Interpersonal skills    Mandatory
• Team player    Mandatory

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Key Responsibilities:

• Dispense investigational products, compounded medicines, and concomitant medications per protocol and Standard Operating Procedures
• Maintain accurate participant/patient medication records in compliance with Good Clinical Practice
• Order, receive, and reconcile pharmaceutical and clinical trial supplies
• Ensure proper custody, storage, and accountability of study drugs and related supplies
• Maintain a compliant, audit-ready, and organized pharmacy environment
• Support the development and implementation of study-specific Standard Operating Procedures and pharmacy documentation
• Conduct quality checks on investigational medicinal products, including physical inspections and verifying packaging integrity.
• Report any discrepancies, deviations, or adverse events related to investigational medicinal products handling.
• Manage the return or destruction of unused or expired investigational medicinal products according to regulatory guidelines and trial protocols.
• Perform other pharmacy-related duties as assigned by the Investigator or Clinical Research Scientist

Vacancy Requirements:

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology or its equivalent from a recognized institution;    Mandatory
• Registration Certificate issued by the Pharmacy and Poisons board;    Mandatory
• Proficiency in computer application; and    Mandatory
• 3 years of relevant experience in clinical research.    Mandatory
• Communication Skills    Mandatory
• Interpersonal Skills    Mandatory
• Team player    Mandatory

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Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to ICH-GCP, local regulations, and ethical standards.
• Monitor compliance with study protocols, SOPs, and sponsor requirements.
• Identify deviations, non-compliances, or risks, and ensure CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) are implemented.
• Support inspection readiness for audits by regulatory authorities and sponsor.
• Train clinical trial staff on GCP, SOPs, and QA best practices.
• Provide ongoing QA guidance and support to research teams.
• Identify and escalate quality issues or trends affecting trial integrity.
• Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives based on audit findings and process reviews.
• Assisting in preparing the project for monitoring of quality assurance Activities;
• Assisting in carrying out internal audits on quality compliance and follow-up audits;
• Oversee daily quality checks and error resolution

Vacancy Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences, Nursing, Health sciences or any other relevant field from a recognized Institution;    Mandatory
• Proficient in computer applications;    Mandatory
• One year of relevant experience in clinical research, or quality management.    Mandatory
• Planning skills;    Mandatory
• Creativity and innovation skills;    Mandatory
• Analytical skills;    Mandatory
• Communication and reporting skills;    Mandatory
• Interpersonal skills;    Mandatory
• Ability to work independently and Team player.    Mandatory

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Key Responsibilities:

• Assessing patients and clients and establishing health care needs;
• Planning and implementing care interventions based on patients’/clients’ health needs;
• Ensuring infection prevention control providing appropriate healthcare services, Including, administration of medication,
• Providing health education counseling on identified health and socio-economic needs to patients/clients;
• Referring patients and clients appropriately;
• Ensuring a tidy and safe clinical environment; and
• Ensuring safe custody of the nursing equipment and nursing records.

Vacancy Requirements:

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing, Nursing, Kenya Registered Midwifery, Nursing/Midwifery, Nursing/Mental Health and Psychiatry, or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution    Mandatory
• Registration Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya;    Mandatory
• Valid Practicing Licensing from the Nursing Council of Kenya;    Mandatory
•  Proficiency in computer applications;    Mandatory
• Experience in clinical trials will be an added advantage    Added Advantage
• Analytical skills.    Skills & Competencies
• Strong communication and reporting skills.    Skills & Competencies
• Strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams.    Skills & Competencies
• Mentoring and coaching skills.    Skills & Competencies
•  Interpersonal and negotiation skills.    Skills & Competencies
• Team player.    Skills & Competencies